Loudest Love cover

Loudest Love

Soundgarden · 1988

35 min · 7 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · heavy metal

Raw emotion and heavy riffs collide in a sonic exploration of love's darker sides.

Why this album works

'Loudest Love' showcased Soundgarden's evolving sound and received critical acclaim, contributing to the band's rise within the Seattle music scene. The album is often noted for its raw production and emotional depth, influencing countless bands that followed in the grunge movement.
Best for
steady emotional intensity throughout raw energy for cathartic release exploration of love's complexities
Context
Released in 1988, 'Loudest Love' was Soundgarden's second studio album, following their debut 'Ultramega OK'. At this point in their career, they were beginning to carve out their identity in the burgeoning grunge scene, blending heavy metal influences with alternative rock elements.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Loud Love Standout 4:56
  • 2 Hands All Over Standout 6:01
  • 3 Get on the Snake 3:43
  • 4 Heretic 3:48
  • 5 Come Together 5:51
  • 6 Fresh Deadly Roses 4:52
  • 7 Big Dumb Sex (New version) Standout 6:06

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