Episode 237: Soundgarden’s “Badmotorfinger”

Episode 237: Soundgarden’s “Badmotorfinger”

Author: Grunge Bible October 6, 2025 Duration: 59:57
This week marks 34 years since Soundgarden released their landmark album “Badmotorfinger.” To commemorate the anniversary, Chris and Ethan chat about the album in this week’s GB Pod. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible  Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/   

Chris Celona and Ethan Shalaway host The Grunge Bible Podcast, a conversation that feels less like a formal history lesson and more like hanging out with friends who happen to have an encyclopedic knowledge of the Seattle sound and everything that orbited it. They dig into the stories that defined an era, from the explosive arrival of landmark albums to the quieter, stranger moments behind the lyrics and the artists who wrote them. This isn't just a nostalgic look back; it's a living discussion where interviews, listener questions, and personal insights weave together the legacy of 90s grunge rock. Each episode unpacks the music with a genuine passion, examining why these particular chords and cultural shifts still resonate decades later. Produced by Drew McFadyen, the podcast balances deep dives with a casual, approachable tone, making room for both the monumental figures and the overlooked details. If you've ever found yourself rewinding a track to hear a lyric again or wondering about the scene that birthed it, this is the space for that curiosity. The Grunge Bible serves as a guide through the feedback and fury, one story and one song at a time.
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