RIP Chris Cornell

marcos

PJammer4life said:

I listened to Light Years today and thought of Chris. I saw Chris solo every tour since 1999 in Amsterdam (9 times) and Soundgarden 2 times. Although I didn't know him, it feels like I lost a loved one and there is a huge loss of a creative energy in the world.

I've seen him solo, Audioslave, and Soundgarden so many times as well.  I first saw SG way back August 19, 1990 here at the Trocadero here in Philly, they were opening for Danzig which is why I was primarily at the show for.  I didn't know much about them however they blew me and Danzig away.  I even think Glenn was a bit pissed at the time.  I have been such a huge fan of everything they did and Chris's voice ever since that amazing performance.

Spiritual_Chaos

marcos said:

Howard Stern is playing the Superunknown concert from NYC tomorrow as well as the interviews he did with Chris which I believe there were only 2, from 2007 & 2011.  Stern obviously had some really nice things to say about Chris on Monday.  They were great interviews as Howard usually does though I'm uncertain if I'm ready.  https://www.howardstern.com/show/2017/5/22/howard-remembers-chris-cornell-and-his-most-memorable-stern-show-performances/

2 interviews in the studio and one "phone in" I heard Stern and Robin say.

Merkin Baller

Fixer13 said:

I've been wanting to post my thoughts for a while but find it hard to put into words.  My first memory of Chris' music goes back to Temple of the Dog, back when I was in college.  That album just blew the doors off my music collection back then.  I also remember getting into Soundgarden as they released album after album over the years.  Despite how much I liked/listed to SG, I didn't get to see them live until 2013 at a show in Boston.  He was so talented and gave the world so much over the years.  It's sad that he is gone and feels a little different listening to his music now...sort of like looking at a photo of lost family or friend.  Despite the loss that I, and may fans feel, I know it cannot come close to the loss his family and close friends are feeling. I wish them the best in the coming days/months and just want to thank Chris for everything he gave and shared.   

Was that the Orpheum show they played on the night of Pats / Ravens AFCCG? 

If so, that was a great show, and my first SG concert too. I took some pretty nice pictures that night, i would be happy to share if you're interested; shoot me a PM. 

OceansJenny

Blredyellow said:

The internet can be a horrible place. Social media is even worse. 

It's better not to read most of it. 

OceansJenny

HughFreakingDillon said:

asgoodased said:

I am worried about Ed - he must feel so lonely. Being the only singer left...it must feel overwhelming. I hope he has people around him that love him.

the media are the only ones that think Ed is the only one left. he has loads of contemporaries, peers, and friends in the business, he is not limited to the "big four". 

Exactly. Why would he feel alone? He has plenty of musician and non-musician friends. Thank god he stays out of the media as much as he can. It's the only way to live a real life.

OceansJenny

It was a rainy day yesterday so I tossed on the Audioslave debut album, which I had never listened to in entirety. As a teen, I was never really into Chris' slow, melodic vocals and songs. But on that rainy day I realized it was perfect for the mood. Thanks for the music Chris. Say hello to heaven.

Edved82

Listening to Superunknown at the moment - maybe the album of the 90s for me. Been so upset for the last week since the news broke.Thoughts and love to everyone out there affected by this. Stay strong everyone.

PSUS2H

Is anyone else heading over to the Hollywood Cemetery this afternoon for the public viewing?

failedpersephone

PSUS2H said:

Is anyone else heading over to the Hollywood Cemetery this afternoon for the public viewing?

I don't think I want to be involved in that circus. It's the  Karayiannis show.  Im going to listen to Chris Cornell (as I have for the past week and change) and talk about his musical legacy. 

JOEJOEJOE

We may venture over the Hollywood Forever sometime this weekend.   There is a very cool Johhny Ramone statue to check out there.

hedonist

failedpersephone said:

PSUS2H said:

Is anyone else heading over to the Hollywood Cemetery this afternoon for the public viewing?

I don't think I want to be involved in that circus. It's the  Karayiannis show.  Im going to listen to Chris Cornell (as I have for the past week and change) and talk about his musical legacy. 

Bless you for this (as I am now listening to "Be Yourself" live - holy fuck, he was a beautiful soul).  The cemetery is a few miles from us from here in W. Hollywood, but...I choose to honor the man from here, from home, in his music and that energy he gave off.

Can't imagine what his wife and children are feeling today.  I hope, much love, from 'round this world.

cp3iverson

Thinking about Chris Cornell right now.  PJ was my favorite 20 some years ago but Cornell was always the coolest of the frontmen. 

Would love for Eddie to open with Long Road tomorrow

THEBIBLEISTEN

Great way to stArt the show would be , Immortality, Come back, hold on, nothingman, release, man of the hour, without you, needle and the damage done, angel, sunshower, can't keep, the end

mr_perfect

http://people.com/music/chris-cornell-funeral-hollywood-forever/

sk8drchik

mr_perfect said:

http://people.com/music/chris-cornell-funeral-hollywood-forever/

I saw this....sad day. Jeff and Matt were there. I know Eddie is about to start his tour. I also saw Chris Cornell's mother in law not happy with Eddie for not showing up. I'm and sure he is dealing with this his own way and torn up about it all. I can't even imagine what he's going through. 

FoxyRedLa

Great interviews and music on 22. Wish my kids would let me listen.

eyecanwalk

I was lucky to see them from many early Badmoterfinger club shows, to the show at The Vic.That  show was so special for me & very lucky to have been there. all the way to  the 2 nights at the tabernacle in Atlanta or the Fox show there just weeks ago, where Prince played his last show, then the monday before the Sondgarden show Colonel Bruce Hampton died on that stage.

I even told two of the crew to do a smudge stick on them, they kind of had a weird laugh.....+ being at all all the '92 Lollapalooza shows will  never be forgotten for so many ways, still can't listen to any Soundgarden & that might last a long time

Tim Simmons

What's 22?

cp3iverson

Jeff went too?  I know Matt went. Wasnt sure if Ben Shepherd went.  Even if Ed is taking this badly i hope he has had some contact.  

oftenreading

Tim Simmons said:

What's 22?

Am guessing Sirius 22 - it's the PJ station.