This album marked a significant shift for Soundgarden, leaning into more experimental and psychedelic sounds while still retaining their signature heavy riffing. It was a bold artistic statement that alienated some fans but solidified their reputation as innovators.
- "Down on the Upside" was recorded primarily at Studio X in Seattle, with additional recording at Pearl Jam's former studio, "Martin's House."
- The album debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum by the RIAA.
- Lead single "Pretty Noose" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 1997.
Soundgarden was an American rock band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1984. They were one of the founding bands of the grunge movement in the early 1990s. Soundgarden released "Down on the Upside" in 1996, their fifth studio album, following the massive success of "Superunknown." This album found them moving further into experimental territory, diverging from the mainstream success of their previous work.
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