Chris Cornell at his best
Another night, another concert. I was really looking forward to this one: Chris Cornell performing in Melkweg, Amsterdam. When Audioslave failed to support their third album “Revelations” and when Chris Cornell subsequently left the band earlier this year, I was wondering when will I see Cornell performing again. Luckily, the fans and myself didn’t have to wait for too long. A few days before Cornell’s second solo album “Carry On” hit the shops, we had the man back on the stage. And he returned in style!
Chris Cornell, one of the most influential rock musicians, opened the concert with Soundgarden’s “Spoonman” and treated the ecstatic crowds with more than two hours of great songs he wrote for Soundgarden, Temle of the Dog, Audioslave and his solo projects. Cornell was obviously enjoying him self, I personally liked that he played so many songs from his upcoming solo album “Carry On”, including the cover version of Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” (yeah, only he can get away with it). My legs hurt and I lost my voice… and I cannot imagine it to be any other way after such a great rock and roll treat.
Funny thing is that the club’s security didn’t check anyone’s bags before the concert, but they did so when people were leaving. Apparently, someone stole something from the band after the concert. Maybe a guitar? Or a drum or two? Hopefully no one stole the man himself so we can see him rockin’ again soon. A few photos attached.
Love that man. Loved yesterday.