Stereogum — My favorite footnote about Soundgarden is that producer Michael Beinhorn reportedly had Chris Cornell listen to Frank Sinatra before recording "Black Hole Sun," which was indirectly followed years later by a Paul Anka cover of the generation-defining... more info

MSN Music — Chris Cornell’s family has issued a statement questioning the coroner’s report that the singer intentionally took his own life on Thursday. “Without the results of toxicology tests, we do not know what was going on with Chris—or if any substa... 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

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

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

DrownedInSound — RIP Chris Cornell more info

Stereogum — Last night, Megadeth paid tribute to the late Chris Cornell by performing Soundgarden's "Outshined" at their show in Tokyo. Before launching into the song, Dave Mustaine offered up a short eulogy to the musician: "We lost one of the most beautiful vo... more info

Stereogum — Chris Cornell's sudden and shocking death this week has revealed the music world's depths of admiration for his music. One of those talented admirers is Heart's Ann Wilson, who performed a tribute to Cornell on Jimmy Kimmel Live! last night. Addition... more info