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The members of Soundgarden have reached an agreement with Vicky Cornell, the widow of late frontman Chris Cornell, regarding who controls the band’s social media accounts, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

The band posted a statement to social media which reads:

“Soundgarden and Vicky Cornell, the personal representative of the Estate of Christopher Cornell, are pleased to announce that, effective June 15, 2021, they have come to a temporary agreement that will transfer the Soundgarden social media accounts and website to the band’s remaining members, Kim Thayil, Matt Cameron, and Ben Shepherd and their managers, Red Light Management.

“This includes Soundgarden’s website https://www.soundgardenworld.com, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Soundgarden, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/soundgarden/, and Twitter https://twitter.com/soundgarden.

“The agreement marks a productive first step towards healing and open dialogue, and the parties wish for the social media accounts to celebrate the Band’s accomplishments and music while continuing to honor Chris’ legacy. “