Kim Thayil
Guitarist for Soundgarden and songwriter
Born
September 4th, 1960
65 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent guitarist and songwriter, contributed to the grunge movement of the 1990s. Played a significant role in forming the band Soundgarden, which became a key player in the Seattle music scene. Released critically acclaimed albums such as 'Superunknown' and 'Badmotorfinger'. Soundgarden achieved commercial success, with multiple Grammy Awards and chart-topping hits like 'Black Hole Sun'.
Co-founded and played guitar for Soundgarden
Contributed to the album 'Superunknown', which won a Grammy Award
Wrote music for songs such as 'Black Hole Sun' and 'Spoonman'
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