On April 16, 1990, a young and hungry Soundgarden descended upon Düsseldorf's Philipshalle to record a session for the legendary German music television show, "Rockpalast". This performance captures the Seattle quartet on the cusp of a global breakthrough, radiating a raw, untamed energy that would soon define the grunge movement. With their album "Louder Than Love" released the previous year, the band was a ferocious live act, and this concert showcases them in their element. Chris Cornell's commanding vocals are a force of nature, shifting effortlessly from a soulful croon to a primal scream, while Kim Thayil's heavy, detuned guitar riffs provide the sludgy, powerful backbone of their sound. The setlist is a snapshot of their early power, featuring tracks like the menacing "Gun" and the heavy groove of "Hands All Over." This "Rockpalast" recording is a vital document of a band about to change the landscape of rock music, brimming with the power and passion that would make them icons.