I dislike Chris Cornell

Restless Soul

I think when Chiris cornell's voice is on form its one of the best male voices around (apart from Ed of course) Both are really underrated as well.

The thing I like best about chris's voice is the "blues" feel he can bring to it, like in the song "All night thing" on temple. I think that's when he elevated himself voice-wise for me.

Am indifferent to his audioslave stuff though.

yosi1

Most of what I'm going to say has been said. I really love Chris's voice on his studio work, especially Soundgarden/TotD, and even his solo album and Audioslave. I definitely think you can tell that his voice doesn't have the power on his Audioslave records, that it did back in the early 90's. But the power he had on those cds is pretty tremendous.

That said, I haven't heard that much live Soundgarden, but I have seen Audioslave, and I was really dissapointed by how Chris sounded. Basically just weak. It's possible that his voice just doesn't translate well live, or that it's deteriorated a lot since his earlier days. But, that still doesn't take away from the incredible sound he was able to get when he was with SG and TotD.

Pearl Jam and toast

yosi wrote:

Most of what I'm going to say has been said. I really love Chris's voice on his studio work, especially Soundgarden/TotD, and even his solo album and Audioslave. I definitely think you can tell that his voice doesn't have the power on his Audioslave records, that it did back in the early 90's. But the power he had on those cds is pretty tremendous.

That said, I haven't heard that much live Soundgarden, but I have seen Audioslave, and I was really dissapointed by how Chris sounded. Basically just weak. It's possible that his voice just doesn't translate well live, or that it's deteriorated a lot since his earlier days. But, that still doesn't take away from the incredible sound he was able to get when he was with SG and TotD.

When did you see audioslave?

He pretty much sucked it up on the first tour (not terrible, but not very good).

The second tour was rehabilitation.. what with dropping his addictions.. he was constantly getting laryngitis (see: live in cuba DVD).

He really has improved tremendously since 2002.

yosi1

Pearl Jam and toast wrote:

When did you see audioslave?

He pretty much sucked it up on the first tour (not terrible, but not very good).

The second tour was rehabilitation.. what with dropping his addictions.. he was constantly getting laryngitis (see: live in cuba DVD).

He really has improved tremendously since 2002.

First tour, and it's possible that was it. But, even though I've only heard a limited number of SG boots, I just don't think he sounded that great live back in SG either. At least nothing that could compare to the albums.

Brisk.

wtf aare you on about

cornell is incredible

Pearl Jam and toast

yosi wrote:

First tour, and it's possible that was it. But, even though I've only heard a limited number of SG boots, I just don't think he sounded that great live back in SG either. At least nothing that could compare to the albums.

Depends what you listen to.

He was a GOD back in 1990/91 and on and off brilliant past that..

The Down on the Upside Tour had the most off nights I believe.

True though, no matter how brilliant he is live his studio work is incomparible to really anyone else i've ever heard.

Jeremy1012

Poyndexter wrote:

I'm sorry. I think he sucks as a singer. Different strokes for different folks. Gimme Eddie, Layne or the guy from Seven Mary Three.

Have you ever listened to say hello 2 heaven by temple of the dog? Even if you don't LIKE his voice, to say it "sucks" is just moronic and, frankly, untrue.

DCGARDEN

cutback wrote:

Well you might have been taken seriously 'till you said that.

Yeah, my sentiments exactly - I kinda laughed when I read that, but didn't comment - thanks for that

No matter how good that guy's voice you may think is, a singer that has basically one album that people know of is not really a guy you want to be comparing to Cornell's

While I'm on it, I'm gonna go out on a limb and say
AH HA! Are you the singer from Seven Mary posting on here? What's up dude????? .....Too Black or Too White...
Cumbersome!!!!!.....I feel ya man, don't hide, reveal baby

dharma69

DCGARDEN wrote:

I believe you qualify as the only person in my lifetime that I've heard say that he can't sing

Unless I'm not able to read the invisible writing I don't think Ponydexter said that Cornell "can't sing"....

I think he said that he doesn't care for him as a singer. Kind of like a "I don't like his voice" statement. Which isn't a big deal now is it? Really....is it?

And I'm prety sure he's not the only one who doesn't like the voice...it's a wonderfully unique voice and, depending on the ears, downright annoying.

stu gee

dharma69 wrote:

Unless I'm not able to read the invisible writing I don't think Ponydexter said that Cornell "can't sing"....

I think he said that he doesn't care for him as a singer. Kind of like a "I don't like his voice" statement. Which isn't a big deal now is it? Really....is it?

And I'm prety sure he's not the only one who doesn't like the voice...it's a wonderfully unique voice and, depending on the ears, downright annoying.

I took his saying that cornell 'sucks' as a singer as meaning he was questioning his ability, or saying he was a bad singer, which is pretty ridiculous. Obviously he wont be to absolutely everyones taste but he is undoubtedly a talented singer.

StoneG82

cornell's shriek is like nails on a chalkboard to my ears.

Toshala

I can remember that old saying, "opinions are like assholes. everyones got one"....**and some of them stink!!!** :P

I've seen Audioslave a total of 14 times; 7 times each tour 03 + 05 so feel I qualify to state that yes, he's an incredible singer, yes, he has his off moments, yes, sometimes he should NOT attempt the high register screams, yes, he's huskier sounding than when he was younger but I feel personally, his song 'stylings' are imcomparable. I appreciate his knowing how his voice has changed and worked within his range better.....Trying to sing over his bandmates live sometimes stressed his voice and oh well........after hearing the 12 songs from Stockholm I'm assured whatever people feel he 'lost', he has found.

although we have since learned the upcoming 'solo' album will NOT just be Chris and a guitar, I have high hopes with his most recent visibility (Bond theme) that this album will elevate him........and us too...

mike_s_6

He's a great singer. Gawd, I know a lot of artists, up coming and present who admire his voice. The artists are from different backgrounds - mainstream, underground and indie. Even MTV, who I thought hated growlers and screamers, liked him

PS. I like him, and think he's amazing. Not to mention good-looking

meme

soulsinging wrote:

im with him. soundgarden had some decent songs. as has cornell in his solo career and with audioslave. but his voice drives me batty. he "warbles" (only word i can think to describe it). it's this high pitched shreek. can't do it.

I can't stand his voice anymore.

bharQ

overall he is amazing.. i dont care too much for audioslave though

i love early soundgarden obviously

what parts of seven mary threes singer do you like in comparison to cornell? or were you just being a complete jackass by even mentioning that band

enharmonic

Poyndexter...if you can do better, I think we'd all love to hear it.

His voice has definitely changed, and while I have my opinions about some of the stylistic things he leans on when he sings these days, I cannot and will not ever suggest that he's not one of the greatest voices in the history of rock music.

This is coming from someone who feels that most of his Audioslave work is forgettable by comparison to his solo/SG/TOTD work, and unfortunate for anything but his bank account.

I'm looking forward to his 2nd solo album, and fully expect that it will be a return to form for an otherwise brilliant musician. I wont hold Audioslave against him . I think he has a lot left in the tank...just not with Audioslave...please God?

Ledbetterman10

Poyndexter wrote:

I'm sorry. I think he sucks as a singer.

I don't think he sucks. but he's vastly overrated by people on this website

DOSW

What I don't understand is why people are so in love with his solo work...

Soundgarden = brilliant
TotD = almost as brilliant
Audioslave = decent
Euphoria Morning = average at best

Come on, 'Can't Change Me'...? 'Wave Goodbye'...? Hey Chris, N'Sync called and they want their songs back.

ForBetterOrForWorse

DOSW wrote:

What I don't understand is why people are so in love with his solo work...

Soundgarden = brilliant
TotD = almost as brilliant
Audioslave = decent
Euphoria Morning = average at best

Come on, 'Can't Change Me'...? 'Wave Goodbye'...? Hey Chris, N'Sync called and they want their songs back.

Preaching the End of The World and Follow My Way are both easily one of Chris' best works

in my opinion

mike_s_6

DOSW wrote:

Come on, 'Can't Change Me'...? 'Wave Goodbye'...? Hey Chris, N'Sync called and they want their songs back.

The lyrics for Wave Goodbye served its purpose very well. The arrangement in his solo album is what made the songs poppish, the best example is Flutter Girl. The cd version deviates strongly from the acoustic demo version (!!!). For that, I don't blame Chris.

Besides, NSynch doesn't write verses like those -

What have you done, my little spark,
cursing my name cause again I put you out...

Even though the truth can burn inside or fall behind
I will wander through your open mind
And you will find no lie can hide...
(by the way, the way these lines were delivered were creepy)

Follow my way when I am useless to your cause
when I derail, calm in the patience of remorse
out of my way, I'm only pure when I get lost...

And the songs you don't like:
She has the daylight at her command
She gives the night its dreams
She can uncover your darkest fear
And make you forget you feel it

Every hurtful thing you ever said
Is ringing in your ear
When you miss somebody
And everything of beauty that you see
Only brings a tear
When you miss somebody
When you miss somebody
You tell yourself everything will be alright
Try to stand up strong and brave
When all you want to do is lay down and die