Stereogum — Since new Chris Cornell's death broke early yesterday morning, friends and bandmates have begun to pay tribute. Now remembrances from his peers in the world-conquering '90s grunge scene are beginning to speak up. … more info

Stereogum — Since the sudden and shocking passing of Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell two nights ago, scores of artists have come out to speak of their appreciation for the man, and a few have been brave enough to cover his songs. We've posted video of Heart's... more info

Stereogum — After the news of Chris Cornell’s tragic passing broke yesterday morning, tributes and remembrances steadily appeared throughout the day. Whatever angle they took, almost all of them noted things that were core to Cornell as an artist. His voice, o... more info

Metal Injection — "I know that he loved our children and he would not hurt them by intentionally taking his own life." The post Chris Cornell's Family Is Disputing Medical Examiner's Claim Cornell Killed Himself appeared first on Metal Injection. more info

KEXP Seattle — Every Saturday night, Audioasis host DJ Sharlese showcases exclusively local music on KEXP from 6-9 p.m. With the heartbreaking news of Chris Cornell’s death comes a blow to the local music scene. It’s something Sharlese knows well both as an exp... more info

Stereogum — I keep going back to the last time I saw Chris Cornell. In light of yesterday's news, it's the only comfort I can find. … more info

Metalsucks — "Without the results of toxicology tests, we do not know what was going on with Chris—or if any substances contributed to his demise," the family says in a statement. The post Chris Cornell’s Family Disputes Suicide Claims, Think Cornell May... more info

CNN Showbiz — Chris Cornell's widow disputed an official finding that her rocker husband died by suicide and revealed Friday that he had "taken an extra Ativan or two" shortly before he was found unresponsive. more info

Metalsucks — Also: Corey Taylor gives a touching speech about Chris Cornell. The post Watch: Stone Sour Covered Soundgarden’s “Outshined” Last Night appeared first on MetalSucks. more info

Detroit Free Press — The family of Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell is disputing "inferences that Chris knowingly and intentionally" killed himself.             more info