Chris Cornell and Soundgarden

Today is a day of mourning for the music community. We lost an incredible vocalist, musician, and music member last night. Chris Cornell was the lead singer of the bands Soundgarden and Audioslave, and to this day remain one of the most important and pivotal influencers in the music community. The Grammy-nominated singer could be considered one of the fathers of grunge rock music and helped kick start a movement which shook the entire world. He helped define the niche genre that is grunge, taking the best elements of punk and metal to brew something completely unique and edgy. His voice was a force to reckoned with, being able to fluidly transition from a vulnerable howl to a gritty growl, with a range that spanned four octaves. From 1984 to now, Chris Cornell is a powerful presence and overcame much in his life. I pay so much respect and love towards Chris Cornell and his family. His work with music and his influence within rock music have been so transformative for the genre. My love for grunge music comes from Chris Cornell's ability to create a sound that is so distinct, and oddly enough, absolutely perfect. In all honesty, I don't feel like I have the right to talk about Chris Cornell this way because of how little I know about him. But what I do know for certain, is that he changed millions of lives. One of the great four lead vocalists of the grunge era, Chris Cornell is a legend. May you rest in peace and find the happiness you have been searching for. All those who love music, send their love to you.