Chris Cornell's "Songbook"

Soundcheck | Nov 30, 2011

Chris Cornell helped create the sound of Seattle grunge in bands like Soundgarden and Temple of the Dog. Now, he’s released a career-spanning live acoustic record, called "Songbook." He tells us how it came together.

Plus, we check out Fugazi's newly released live archive with musician Ted Leo. And, a live performance from soul singer Charles Bradley.

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