Louder Than Love
Soundgarden · 1989
52 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · heavy metal
Raw guitar riffs interlace with Chris Cornell's haunting vocals, creating an explosive blend of grunge and hard rock.
Why this album works
'Louder Than Love' was pivotal for Soundgarden, as it helped them reach a broader audience and solidified their status in alternative rock. The album received critical acclaim and contributed to the rise of grunge music, influencing countless bands that followed.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on September 5, 1989, 'Louder Than Love' is Soundgarden's second studio album, following their debut 'Ultramega OK'. This album marked a significant step in their evolution as they began to gain recognition within the burgeoning Seattle grunge scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Beck· Nine Inch Nails· Green Day· R.E.M.· Tori Amos· Sonic Youth· Nirvana
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ugly Truth Standout 5:25
- 2 Hands All Over 6:00
- 3 Gun 4:41
- 4 Power Trip 4:09
- 5 Get On The Snake 3:42
- 6 Full On Kevin's Mom 3:40
- 7 Loud Love Standout 4:55
- 8 I Awake 4:20
- 9 No Wrong No Right 4:45
- 10 Uncovered 4:30
- 11 Big Dumb Sex Standout 4:10
- 12 Full On (Reprise) 2:42
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