re: Post an unpopular music opinion

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Uh, speaking as an actual bassist, Ben Shepard's bass lines are much more intricate and nuanced than any of Tim's. However Tim is great about finding the right groove and creating signature bass riffs, and is a true master of tone. But as far as individual chops, at least as far as what's displayed in their songs, Ben is much, much, much better than Tim man. Give Jesus Christ Pose a run through and see if that doesn't change your mind.

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I can settle this:

Soundgarden is less than the sum of its parts. I imagine this mainly comes down to songwriting - just not that good.

Audioslave is also less than the sum of its parts. I remember seeing the announcement of a supergroup composed of half RATM and half Soundgarden...and the big, hot, hard-hitting 1st single was...Like a Stone...a plodding, low-energy dud.

So, the correct unpopular opinion is that both of these are decent but not great. You're welcome.