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Grunge Legend Returns: Pearl Jam Guitarist Stuns Seahawks Game
10 Sep
Summary
- Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready performed an electrifying national anthem.
- Soundgarden, with Taylor Momsen, delivered a powerful halftime performance.
- The event honored the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and Seattle's music legacy.
Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready paid homage to Seattle's grunge legacy with a remarkable performance of the national anthem at the Seahawks game. Lumen Field observed a moment of silence for the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks before McCready's electrifying set.
At halftime, Soundgarden, with Taylor Momsen fronting the band, took the stage for a medley including "Outshined" and "Spoonman." McCready joined them on guitar for the performance. Momsen has previously stepped in for the late Chris Cornell at various tribute events and at Soundgarden's Rock Hall induction.
The Seahawks secured a narrow 13-10 victory over the Patriots. The game also featured a pre-game concert by Luke Bryan. Soundgarden is reportedly preparing to release an album of final recordings made with Chris Cornell.
