Kim Thayil of Soundgarden has spoken extensively about the band's legacy, reflecting on the rise of grunge in the 1990s, the loss of Chris Cornell, and the ongoing work to complete the band's final album using unreleased recordings. He also discussed his personal grief, the band's early influences, and how he learned of Cornell's death through a social media post. The band continues to finalize the album, emphasizing its importance to honoring Cornell's memory.