Soundgarden appears to be preparing for their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony with a special lineup. Pearl Jam Online shared details about the rehearsals and revealed who will be joining the surviving members on stage.
“Mike McCready and Jerry Cantrell have been jamming with the remaining members of Soundgarden, who are set to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this November,” Pearl Jam Online wrote.
The announcement also revealed additional performers joining the tribute.
“Joining them are original bassist Hiro Yamamoto and Taylor Momsen from The Pretty Reckless — the band that toured with Soundgarden back in 2017 before it all came to a heartbreaking stop after Chris Cornell’s passing,” they continued.
The fan account shared photos from Matt Cameron’s rehearsals. Momsen seemingly joined the surviving members to handle vocal duties for the performance.
The historic performance will take place on November 8, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame confirmed that the ceremony will honor the 2025 class, which includes Soundgarden alongside Bad Company, Outkast, and other inductees.
Taylor Momsen’s involvement in the tribute holds special significance beyond her band’s 2017 tour with Soundgarden. Alternative Nation reported that Momsen has previously performed at Chris Cornell tribute concerts, demonstrating her connection to the late frontman’s legacy. Her participation alongside Seattle scene peers Mike McCready of Pearl Jam and Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains creates a powerful representation of the grunge era’s enduring community.
The reunion also marks a significant milestone for original bassist Hiro Yamamoto. He will make his first onstage appearance with Soundgarden in decades, as Alternative Nation noted. Yamamoto was part of Soundgarden’s original lineup before departing the band in 1990. His return is particularly meaningful for longtime fans.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will also feature an exhibit celebrating Soundgarden’s legacy. The exhibit will include artifacts such as Chris Cornell’s 1979 Gibson Les Paul, as detailed by the Rock Hall. The ceremony promises to be an emotional tribute honoring Cornell’s memory while celebrating the band’s lasting impact on rock music.
