Temple Of The Dog – Temple Of The Dog

Temple of the Dog (1991) is the self-titled and only album by the Seattle supergroup formed by Chris Cornell of Soundgarden and members of what would become Pearl Jam. Created as a tribute to Cornell’s late friend Andrew Wood of Mother Love Bone, the record blends the raw emotion of grief with the power and unity of the early ’90s grunge scene. Songs like “Hunger Strike,” “Say Hello 2 Heaven,” and “Call Me a Dog” showcase soaring vocals, melodic guitar work, and a sense of catharsis that feels both personal and collective. The album’s chemistry is undeniable — Cornell’s impassioned delivery intertwines with Eddie Vedder’s debut vocals, while the instrumental interplay between Stone Gossard, Mike McCready, Jeff Ament, and Matt Cameron grounds the emotion in rich, organic rock textures. Temple of the Dog stands as a poignant moment of collaboration and tribute, bridging the sound that would soon define a generation.

Reviews

“A deeply moving album — raw, soulful, and beautifully performed.” – Rolling Stone

“Temple of the Dog captured the heart of the Seattle scene before anyone called it grunge.” – The Guardian

“An emotional, timeless record born from loss and transformed into art.” – AllMusic