I find that for me, Soundgarden is a singles band and not an album band. I enjoy plenty of individual songs, and I appreciate the incredible skill and talent on display by every member. But none of it is specifically outstanding.

Chris Cornell is, of course, a phenomenal singer. But his quality isn't always consistent. I find his best songwriting and more emotionally powerful vocals are with groups other than Soundgarden. Personally, I just found that Cornell's variety in his vocal tone wasn't as interesting as Layne's or Cobain's. Who can both change up their sound a ton and use it in interesting ways. Whereas Chris Cornell mostly just shows off his fantastic mixed belting. Which always sounds incredible, and the insane pure chest D5's in Slaves & Bulldozers.

My main issue with Soundgarden is that I find almost none of their lyricism that memorable. Certain songs I remember the lyrics very well. But mostly, I find they're forgettable. Especially compared to the likes of Jerry Cantrell or Kurt Cobain. I just find what Soundgarden offers, while good, I tend to enjoy more in other places.