Audioslave
Audioslave · 2002
65 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal
Raucous guitar riffs and soaring vocals blend to create anthemic, emotionally charged alternative rock.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on November 19, 2002, 'Audioslave' marked the debut album for the supergroup formed by former Rage Against the Machine members and Soundgarden's Chris Cornell. This album came after a period of hiatus for Cornell, who was seeking new musical direction following Soundgarden's breakup in 1997. The collaboration represented a significant shift for both bands, merging hard rock with introspective songwriting.
- If you like
- alternative rock, alternative metal
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Audioslave is an album by Audioslave, released in 2002. Raucous guitar riffs and soaring vocals blend to create anthemic, emotionally charged alternative rock. The album debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200 and was certified triple platinum by the RIAA, solidifying its commercial success. Critics praised it for its fusion of heavy rock and melodic elements, influencing a wave of post-grunge bands in the early 2000s. Notably, 'Like a Stone' became a staple on rock radio and is often cited as one of the band's defining tracks. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Audioslave sound like?
Raucous guitar riffs and soaring vocals blend to create anthemic, emotionally charged alternative rock. Rooted in alternative rock and alternative metal.
What makes Audioslave by Audioslave notable?
The album debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200 and was certified triple platinum by the RIAA, solidifying its commercial success. Critics praised it for its fusion of heavy rock and melodic elements, influencing a wave of post-grunge bands in the early 2000s. Notably, 'Like a Stone' became a staple on rock radio and is often cited as one of the band's defining tracks. Released on November 19, 2002, 'Audioslave' marked the debut album for the supergroup formed by former Rage Against the Machine members and Soundgarden's Chris Cornell. This album came after a period of hiatus for Cornell, who was seeking new musical direction following Soundgarden's breakup in 1997. The collaboration represented a significant shift for both bands, merging hard rock with introspective songwriting.
Who is Audioslave for?
Audioslave works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Audioslave?
Audioslave has 14 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cochise Standout 3:42
- 2 Show Me How to Live Standout 4:37
- 3 Gasoline 4:39
- 4 What You Are 4:09
- 5 Like a Stone Standout 4:53
- 6 Set It Off 4:23
- 7 Shadow on the Sun 5:43
- 8 I Am the Highway 5:34
- 9 Exploder 3:26
- 10 Hypnotize 3:26
- 11 Bring Em Back Alive 5:29
- 12 Light My Way 5:03
- 13 Getaway Car 4:59
- 14 The Last Remaining Light 5:17
Release Date
November 19, 2002
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
65 min 26 sec
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