Soundgarden

In July 2011, when Soundgarden took the stage at The Gorge Amphitheatre, they were riding a wave of resurgence following their 2010 reunion. This performance came two decades after their last studio release, "Down on the Upside," which had debuted in 1996. It was a thrilling time, as fans witnessed the band reliving their grunge legacy and re-establishing their presence after a lengthy hiatus. Interestingly, just a year before this live recording, they had also dropped a compilation album called "Telephantasm," which showcased their iconic hits and included the new song "Black Rain"—a treat for those craving fresh Soundgarden material. The Gorge show encapsulated a moment of revival not just for the band, but for a genre that had deeply influenced the rock music landscape, proving that even after years apart, their sound resonated powerfully with both old and new fans alike.

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