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Mother Love Bone, Andrew Woods shining light

Mother Love Bone was formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1988, by former members of the bands Green River and Malfunkshun. The band’s lineup included Andrew Wood on vocals, Stone Gossard and Bruce Fairweather on guitars, Jeff Ament on bass, and Greg Gilmore on drums.

The band quickly gained a following in the Seattle music scene, which was exploding with new bands and energy at the time. Mother Love Bone’s music was a fusion of rock, metal, and glam, with Wood’s dynamic vocals and charismatic stage presence setting them apart from other bands.

In 1989, the band signed with PolyGram Records and began recording their debut album, “Apple,” with producer Terry Date. The album was highly anticipated and received critical acclaim, but tragedy struck just before its release when Andrew Wood died of a heroin overdose in March 1990.

Devastated by Wood’s death, the band decided to disband, but “Apple” was released posthumously later that year. The album showcased Mother Love Bone’s unique sound and songwriting talent, and is now considered a classic of the Seattle grunge scene.

After the breakup of Mother Love Bone, Stone Gossard and Jeff Ament went on to form the band Pearl Jam with Eddie Vedder, which would go on to become one of the most successful and influential rock bands of all time. Bruce Fairweather went on to play with several other Seattle bands, including Love Battery and The Missionary Position.

Greg Gilmore continued to play drums in the Seattle music scene, working with bands such as The Lucky Me’s and Brad, which also featured Stone Gossard. He later formed the band The Yellow No. 5, and continues to perform and record music.

The legacy of Mother Love Bone lives on in their music, which influenced many of the bands that followed in the Seattle grunge scene. The band’s story is also told in the documentary “Malfunkshun: The Andrew Wood Story,” which chronicles the life and music of Andrew Wood and his impact on the Seattle music scene.

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Matt Cameron

Matt Cameron

Matt Cameron is an American musician, songwriter, and producer, best known as the drummer for the Seattle-based rock bands Soundgarden and Pearl Jam. He was born on November 28, 1962, in San Diego, California.

Cameron started playing drums at a young age and was influenced by jazz and progressive rock music. He moved to Seattle in the mid-1980s and joined the band Skin Yard, which released six albums between 1986 and 1993. In 1986, he also joined the iconic grunge band Soundgarden, replacing their original drummer, Scott Sundquist.

Cameron became a key member of Soundgarden, contributing to their signature sound with his powerful drumming and intricate rhythms. He played on all of their studio albums until their initial breakup in 1997, including the critically acclaimed albums “Badmotorfinger” and “Superunknown.”

In addition to his work with Soundgarden, Cameron has also been the drummer for Pearl Jam since 1998, replacing their original drummer, Dave Krusen. He has contributed to all of Pearl Jam’s studio albums since then, including their most recent album, “Gigaton,” released in 2020.

Cameron is known for his dynamic and inventive drumming style, incorporating elements of jazz, funk, and hard rock into his playing. He has also worked as a session musician and producer for various other artists over the years, including the Smashing Pumpkins, Queens of the Stone Age, and the Zac Brown Band.

In addition to his musical career, Cameron is also an advocate for environmental causes and has been involved in various charity events and benefit concerts over the years. He has also been a supporter of animal rights and has worked with organizations such as PETA and Farm Sanctuary.

In summary, Matt Cameron is a highly respected and influential drummer, songwriter, and producer who has played a significant role in the success of Soundgarden and Pearl Jam. His powerful and inventive drumming style has helped to define the sound of grunge and alternative rock, and he has also worked with numerous other artists throughout his career. Cameron is also a committed environmentalist and animal rights activist, and has been involved in various social and political causes over the years.

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The Death of Chris Cornell

Chris Cornell

Chris Cornell was the singer, and songwriter of Temple of the Dog, although he was best known as the lead vocalist for the bands Soundgarden and Audioslave. On May 18, 2017, Cornell was found dead in his hotel room in Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 52. His death was ruled a suicide by hanging.

Cornell had a history of drug and alcohol abuse, and had reportedly been sober for several years prior to his death. However, his wife later stated that he may have taken an extra dose of the prescription anti-anxiety medication Ativan, which can cause suicidal thoughts and actions as a side effect.

The news of Cornell’s death was met with shock and sadness by fans and fellow musicians alike, with many paying tribute to his talent and contributions to the music industry. A public memorial service was held for him in Los Angeles, which was attended by a number of high-profile musicians and celebrities.

In the years since Cornell’s passing, his legacy has continued to be celebrated by fans and musicians around the world. Several tribute concerts and events have been held in his honor, and his music continues to inspire new generations of fans. However, his death has also raised awareness about the importance of mental health and the dangers of prescription drug abuse.

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Biography of Andrew Wood

Andrew Wood was the leading vocalist in Malfunkshun and Mother Love Bone. He was born in 1966 and died in march of 1990. He died out of overdose just before the release of the first Mother Love Bone album, “apple”. After his death, Chris Cornell wrote two songs that, eventually, became a whole album. Yes, you know: the Temple of the Dog album.

The main thing in Andrew Wood was his strong personality in scene, his voice (rather similar to the voice of Robert Plant, Led Zeppelin singer) and his sense of humour.

In 1990, after his unexpected death, Mother Love Bone disbanded and Stone Gossard and Jeff Ament (members of MLB) decided to form a new band: that new band was about to be one of the greatests bands ever: Pearl Jam.

By the way, both Gossard and Ament were playing with Cornell, personal friend of Wood and his housemate, in the Temple of the Dog album, who was a tribute band to Andrew Wood. Also, one of the greatests hits of Alice in Chains, Would?, is also dedicated to Andrew Wood.

Years later, in 2005, the documental Malfunkshun: The history of Andrew Wood, was awarded in the Seattle Cinema Festival.