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Soundgarden

Ultramega OK

Ultramega OK

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  • Released Date: 10 Mar 2017

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Seattle grunge stalwarts Soundgarden may have left us too soon, but their monumental debut album, Ultramega Ok, still stands as a testament to their raw power and unbridled creativity. Released back in 1988, this album is a sonic maelstrom of heavy riffs, thunderous drums, and Chris Cornell's powerhouse vocals that hit you like a punch to the gut.

From the blistering opener, "Flower," with its sludgy guitars and snarling lyrics, to the haunting ballad "Head Injury," Ultramega Ok showcases a band at the height of their musical prowess. Tracks like "Beyond the Wheel" and "Mood for Trouble" demonstrate Soundgarden's ability to seamlessly blend elements of punk, metal, and psychedelic rock into a cohesive and captivating sound.

But it's not all doom and gloom on this album. The band injects moments of quirky humour and playfulness, such as the lighthearted romp of "Circle of Power" and the avant-garde experimentation of "665." Even the album title itself is a playful nod to the band's irreverent sense of humour.

In conclusion, Ultramega Ok is a seminal work that paved the way for Soundgarden's future success and solidified their status as one of the greatest rock bands of all time. So crank up the volume, throw on your flannel shirt, and let the glorious noise of Soundgarden wash over you like a sonic tsunami.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Flower
2. All Your Lies
4. Beyond the Wheel
3. 665
6. Mood for Trouble
7. Circle of Power
8. He Didn't
9. Smokestack Lightning
10. Nazi Driver
11. Head Injury
12. Incessant Mace
13. One Minute of Silence
5. 667
14. Head Injury (Early Version)
15. Beyond the Wheel (Early Version)
16. Incessant Mace (Early Version)
17. He Didn't (Early Version)
18. All Your Lies (Early Version)
19. Incessant Mace (V2) [early Version]

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Soundgarden

Soundgarden: Grunge Gods or Just Another Overrated Band? Hailing from the rainy city of Seattle, Soundgarden has been a force to be reckoned with in the rock music scene since the late 1980s. With their heavy guitar riffs, powerhouse vocals, and lyrics that straddle the line between existential angst and societal commentary, this band has left a lasting mark on the music world. Led by the enigmatic frontman Chris Cornell, whose vocal range could rival that of a operatic tenor, Soundgarden has managed to defy categorisation, seamlessly blending elements of metal, punk, and alternative rock into their own unique sound. Tracks like "Black Hole Sun" and "Spoonman" have become anthems for a generation of disaffected youth, while deeper cuts like "Jesus Christ Pose" showcase the band's willingness to tackle controversial themes head on. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. While Soundgarden may have a dedicated following and a slew of hit records under their belts, there are some who argue that the band is merely riding the coattails of the grunge movement, never quite reaching the iconic status of their contemporaries like Nirvana or Pearl Jam. Regardless of where you stand on the Soundgarden debate, there's no denying the band's impact on the music world. With their raw energy, killer guitar solos, and a frontman who can wail like nobody's business, Soundgarden is a band that demands to be heard. So grab your flannel shirt, crank up the volume, and decide for yourself: are Soundgarden grunge gods, or just another overrated band?

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