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Matt Cameron's Guitar Journey with Soundgarden
Matt Cameron recalls Soundgarden's early days and his guitar contributions to their music.
In brief
Matt Cameron recalls Soundgarden's early days and his guitar contributions to their music. Matt Cameron, Soundgarden's drummer, has contributed guitar riffs to their albums including Ultramega OK and Superunknown. Originally reported by Guitar World.
First Soundgarden Song
Matt Cameron presented his first Soundgarden song to the band in the mid-1980s.
He Didn't Riff
He Didn't featured a writhing, hypnotic riff that Chris Cornell, Kim Thayil and Hiro Yamamoto loved.
Early Guitar Work
Cameron recorded demos with Jack Endino at Recipricol Studios in Seattle around 1986.
Ace Frehley Fans
Mike McCready, Kim Thayil and Cameron have always been fans of Ace Frehley.
“Mike McCready, Kim Thayil and I have always been fans of Ace Frehley.”
Guitar Contributions
Cameron contributed guitar riffs to Soundgarden songs like Limo Wreck and Mailman.
Last Recordings
Cameron, Thayil and bassist Ben Shepherd are finishing their last recordings with Chris Cornell.
Future Plans
Cameron is open to more shows but unsure how to replace key band members.
The short version
Matt Cameron, Soundgarden's drummer, has contributed guitar riffs to their albums including Ultramega OK and Superunknown.
