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Soundgarden reunited at Lumen Field for the Seattle Seahawks’ season opener halftime show on September 9, 2026, performing 'Outshined' and 'Spoonman' with Taylor Momsen and Mike McCready. While the live event drew praise from local fans, viewers expressed significant frustration on social media after NBC failed to air substantial footage of the performance, limiting the broadcast to stadium-only visibility for many.
Soundgarden reunited at the Seattle Seahawks' season opener on September 9, 2026, performing 'Outshined' and 'Spoonman' at Lumen Field. The set featured original members Kim Thayil, Ben Shepherd, and Matt Cameron, alongside guest vocalists Taylor Momsen and Pearl Jam's Mike McCready. While the performance was not broadcast on NFL or Peacock, it reignited rumors of a potential 2027 tour following the resolution of legal disputes over Chris Cornell's estate.
Soundgarden’s surviving members reunited with Taylor Momsen and Mike McCready for a halftime performance at the Seattle Seahawks’ season opener, playing 'Outshined' and 'Spoonman' for the first time since Chris Cornell’s death in 2017. While the live event was praised as a poignant Seattle moment, viewers expressed frustration that NBC did not broadcast the performance, limiting visibility to stadium attendees.
On September 9, 2026, Soundgarden reunited at Lumen Field for the Seattle Seahawks' NFL season opener against the New England Patriots. Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready performed the national anthem and joined the band at halftime, where The Pretty Reckless vocalist Taylor Momsen filled in for the late Chris Cornell. The group performed 'Outshined' and 'Spoonman' as the Seahawks won 13-10. The event highlighted Seattle's musical heritage, with McCready describing the performance as 'incredibly special' and 'poignant.'
Soundgarden reunited with Taylor Momsen and Mike McCready for a halftime performance at the Seattle Seahawks' season opener against the New England Patriots. While the live event featured a medley of grunge classics, fans watching on television were frustrated after NBC failed to broadcast the set. The event also included a pregame concert by Luke Bryan and a national anthem performance by McCready.
16-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal secured a direct path to the America's Got Talent 2026 finals after receiving the Golden Buzzer from judge Mel B. The award followed Royal's quarterfinal performance of Soundgarden's 'Black Hole Sun,' which earned a standing ovation and immediate praise from the panel. Royal, who previously performed covers of The Cranberries and Muse, is now set to compete in the live finals without facing public voting or the semifinal round.
On August 25, 2026, 16-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal advanced directly to the finals of America's Got Talent Season 21 after receiving a Golden Buzzer from judge Mel B. Royal performed Soundgarden's 'Black Hole Sun' during the quarterfinals, earning praise from the panel for her technical skill and stage presence. This bypasses the public vote and semifinal rounds, placing her in the final competition.
Soundgarden will reunite for the Seattle Seahawks' season opener halftime show on September 9 at Lumen Field. The band will be joined by Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless and Mike McCready of Pearl Jam, who will also perform the national anthem. This marks the band's fifth performance since the death of Chris Cornell in 2017.
Soundgarden will reunite for the Seattle Seahawks' season opener on September 9, featuring guest vocalists Taylor Momsen and Mike McCready to honor late frontman Chris Cornell.
Soundgarden will reunite for the NFL season opener halftime show on September 9, 2026, at Lumen Field. The surviving members, Kim Thayil, Ben Shepherd, and Matt Cameron, will perform alongside Taylor Momsen and Mike McCready. This marks a significant return for the band since the 2017 death of frontman Chris Cornell and follows their 2023 reconciliation with Cornell's widow. The event coincides with the Seattle Seahawks' first season as reigning Super Bowl champions.
Kim Thayil says Soundgarden is finishing unreleased material with Chris Cornell, a non-linear, emotionally challenging process guided by collaboration with Matt Cameron, Ben Shepherd and producer Terry Date; the material dates back more than a decade and the band aims to honor Cornell’s legacy, with discussions of potential live performances in the future.
The 40th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony celebrated legendary artists like Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Salt-N-Pepa, and more, featuring performances, speeches, and backstage moments that highlighted their contributions and impact on music and culture.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction celebrated Gen X artists like Outkast, Soundgarden, and Salt-N-Pepa, marking a shift from the traditional focus on '60s and '70s musicians to honoring acts from the 1980s and 1990s, reflecting the evolving landscape of rock and popular music.
Soundgarden was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 with a performance featuring Seattle musicians, Jim Carrey as the presenter, and tributes to the late Chris Cornell, highlighting the band's influence and legacy in rock music.
The surviving members of Soundgarden, performing under the name Nudedragons, will reunite for a benefit concert in Seattle on December 14th to support Seattle Children's Hospital. This rare performance will feature Shaina Shepherd on vocals and is part of the annual SMooCH concert lineup, which also includes Sebadoh, Doug Martsch, and Duff McKagan. The event is already sold out.