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Spoonman

Feel the rhythm with Soundgarden's Grammy-winning 1994 grunge hit, "Spoonman"! A standout...
BAND | Soundgarden

"Spoonman"

Last updated 📅 2025-04-13

Feel the rhythm with Soundgarden's Grammy-winning 1994 grunge hit, "Spoonman"! A standout track from the iconic Superunknown album, this song slams with heavy alternative metal riffs, complex time signatures, and actual spoons percussion, making it a unique workout anthem.

  • TITLE: Spoonman
  • BAND: Soundgarden
  • GENRE: Alternative Metal, Grunge, Hard Rock
  • OTHER: Workout Song
  • RELEASEDAY: February 15
  • YEAR: 1994

Released as the lead single from their massively successful 1994 album Superunknown, "Spoonman" brought Soundgarden's heavy blend of grunge, alternative metal, and hard rock to a wider audience. Featuring Seattle street performer Artis the Spoonman, its unconventional rhythm and power are perfect workout fuel.

Driven by Kim Thayil's heavy guitar work, Matt Cameron's intricate drumming, and Chris Cornell's soaring vocals, "Spoonman" is pure 1994 grunge power. Its unique instrumentation and driving energy make it one of Soundgarden's most recognizable and enduring alternative metal classics, great for any workout.

SONG MEANING: The song is a tribute to Artis the Spoonman, a real-life Seattle street performer famous for playing music with spoons. The lyrics celebrate his unique talent and rhythmic abilities ("Feel the rhythm with your hands / Steal the rhythm while you can"), elevating the simple street musician to an almost mythical, powerful figure. Artis himself performs the spoon solo on the track.


Band

"Soundgarden"

Pioneers of the Seattle grunge movement, this legendary band fused heavy metal, hard rock, and psychedelic influences into a unique, powerful sound. Defined by extraordinary vocals, heavy, drop-tuned guitar riffs, and complex rhythms, they became one of alternative rock's most influential and acclaimed groups.
  • TITLE: Soundgarden
  • ACTIVE: (one-off Reunion:2019), 1984–1997 (1984), 2010–2017 (2010)
  • BAND: Soundgarden
Throughout distinct active periods spanning decades, their massive global success peaked around the mid-nineties. That era produced landmark, chart-topping albums showcasing their signature blend of grunge angst, alternative metal weight, and hard rock power on Grammy-winning, high-energy anthems suitable for intense workouts...

BAND | Soundgarden

"Black Hole Sun"

Wash away the rain with Soundgarden's iconic 1994 masterpiece, "Black Hole Sun." This Grammy-winning track from Superunknown blends psychedelic rock atmosphere with grunge power and hard rock weight. Its haunting melody and surreal lyrics created an unforgettable alternative rock anthem.
  • TITLE: Black Hole Sun
  • BAND: Soundgarden
  • GENRE: Alternative Rock, Grunge, Hard Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Stoner Rock
  • OTHER: Cruisin Classic
  • RELEASEDAY: May 13
  • YEAR: 1994
Released as a massive global hit single from the chart-topping 1994 album Superunknown, "Black Hole Sun" became Soundgarden's signature song. Its unique sound fused Beatles-esque psychedelia with heavy alternative rock and grunge textures, featuring Chris Cornell's soaring vocals and Kim Thayil's swirling guitar work, suitable for atmospheric cruising...

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