Louder Than Love

"Louder Than Love," released on September 5, 1989, is Soundgarden's second studio album and their major label debut, marking a significant milestone in the band's career. This grunge and post-grunge masterpiece is a raw and powerful testament to Soundgarden's early sound, showcasing the distinctive vocals of Chris Cornell and the band's hard-hitting musical prowess.

The album features ten tracks that clock in at just over 53 minutes, offering a blend of heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and Cornell's signature vocal range. Standout tracks like "Loud Love" and "Hands All Over" were released as singles and helped propel the album to chart on the Billboard Top 200, making it Soundgarden's first album to achieve this feat. The third single, "Get On The Snake," was a radio-only release and was featured in the 1989 movie "Sirenes."

"Louder Than Love" is a gritty and energetic collection of songs that highlights Soundgarden's unique sound and sets the stage for their future successes. From the opening track "Ugly Truth" to the closing song "Full On," the album is a testament to the band's ability to blend hard rock with introspective lyrics and powerful melodies. Fans of grunge and hard rock will find plenty to love in this classic album from one of the genre's pioneering bands.