Spoonman
Soundgarden · 1994
14 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · heavy metal
A gritty fusion of heavy riffs and haunting melodies, capturing the essence of 90s grunge.
Spoonman is a single by Soundgarden, released in 1994. A gritty fusion of heavy riffs and haunting melodies, capturing the essence of 90s grunge. 'Spoonman' became an anthem of the grunge era, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and earning a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance. Its title track helped solidify Soundgarden's place in rock history and influenced many subsequent artists within the alternative metal scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Spoonman sound like?
A gritty fusion of heavy riffs and haunting melodies, capturing the essence of 90s grunge. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock.
What makes Spoonman by Soundgarden notable?
'Spoonman' became an anthem of the grunge era, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and earning a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance. Its title track helped solidify Soundgarden's place in rock history and influenced many subsequent artists within the alternative metal scene. Released on February 15, 1994, 'Spoonman' marked Soundgarden's fourth studio album during their ascent to mainstream success following the breakthrough of 'Badmotorfinger' in 1991. The band was also navigating a transition to a more polished sound while maintaining their heavy roots.
How many songs are on Spoonman?
Spoonman has 4 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Spoonman Standout 4:07
- 2 Fresh Tendrils Standout 4:16
- 3 Cold Bitch Standout 5:01
- 4 Exit Stonehenge 1:19
Release Date
February 15, 1994
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
14 min 44 sec
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