
21 May 1996 · 31 YEARS
Down On The Upside
Soundgarden
Creative friction led the group to move beyond the heavy distortion of their previous work. They incorporated unconventional structures and mandolins into their foundation of hard rock.
Self-produced by the band, the record avoids the polished grunge aesthetic common in the mid-nineties. The result is a moody, expansive project that feels more organic than their earlier releases.