The Telephantasm
Soundgarden · 2010
8 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock
A powerful blend of grunge and hard rock, merging raw energy with haunting melodies and intricate musicianship.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Telephantasm — This title track encapsulates the essence of Soundgarden's sound, showcasing their signature mix of heavy riffs and complex rhythms while reflecting on themes of existence.
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Gun (Live) — The live version of 'Gun' captures the raw energy and intensity that defined Soundgarden's live performances, illustrating their ability to dynamically engage audiences.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked Soundgarden's return after a long hiatus, re-establishing their presence.
- Themes
- grunge revival· post-breakup reflection· heavy riffs· live performance intensity
- Career context
- Released in 2010, The Telephantasm marked Soundgarden's return to the music scene after a 13-year hiatus following their breakup in 1997. This compilation album was intended to celebrate the band's legacy while introducing new audiences to their influential sound, following the release of their first studio album in over a decade, King Animal, in 2012.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice in Chains· Stone Temple Pilots· Pearl Jam
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Telephantasm 2:56
- 2 Gun (Live) 5:05
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Black Gives Way to Blue
Alice in Chains
Shares heavy riffs and post-breakup themes, blending haunting melodies with raw emotional intensity.
Wasting Light
Foo Fighters
Combines grunge roots with powerful energy and intricate musicianship, echoing live performance intensity.
Core
Stone Temple Pilots
Features a similar blend of grunge and hard rock, with captivating melodies and reflective lyrical themes.
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