Original: Kim Thayil Active: 1984 - 1997 Instruments: guitar Release contributions: all Soundgarden releases Kim Thayil was a member of the original band formed in 1984.
Simplified: Members prior to break-up Chris Cornell Active: 1984 - 1997 Instruments: vocals, guitar Release contributions: all Soundgarden releases Chris Cornell was a member of the original band formed in 1984.