Audioslave emerged as a significant force in the early 2000s, carving out a place in rock history with a blend of hard rock and alternative metal, marked by an undercurrent of politically-conscious lyrics and a heavy yet melodic sound. The supergroup formed in 2001 with former Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell at the helm as lead vocalist, and the instrumentalists from Rage Against The Machine—Tom Morello on guitar, Tim Commerford on bass, and Brad Wilk on drums—rounding out the lineup. Together, they created a sound that was both fresh and familiar, merging Cornell’s iconic voice with the Rage members’ penchant for riff-heavy jams.

Audioslave’s self-titled debut album in 2002 was met with critical and commercial success, containing hits like "Cochise" and the hauntingly poetic "Like a Stone." Their next two albums, "Out of Exile" (2005) and "Revelations" (2006), continued their streak of success. Despite their success, or perhaps because of the internal pressures it brought, the band went their separate ways in 2007 after just six years together, leaving a legacy of powerful, evocative music that resonated with fans across the globe. Audioslave reunited briefly for a single performance in 2017, underscoring their lasting impact on the rock genre before Cornell's tragic passing later that year. Their music, characterized by its raw energy and emotional depth, continues to captivate audiences and inspire musicians.

Genres

Alternative Metal

Alternative Rock

Grunge

Hard Rock

Nu Metal

Permanent Wave

Post-grunge

Rock

Supergroup

Related Artists

Rage Against The Machine

Soundgarden

Foo Fighters

Pearl Jam

Alice In Chains

Velvet Revolver

Queens of the Stone Age

Stone Temple Pilots

Chris Cornell

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Temple Of The Dog

System Of A Down

Latest Release

Revelations

Audioslave

Album - 12 Tracks - Released August 29, 2006