Kim Anand Thayil[1] (born September 4, 1960) [2][3] is an American musician best known as the lead guitarist of the Seattle -based rock band Soundgarden, which he co-founded with singer …

Oct 28, 2025 · Founding Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil has announced his plans to publish an autobiography in 2026. Titled A Screaming Life: Into the Superunknown With Soundgarden …

Oct 18, 2023 · Few musicians could say they shaped the ’90s quite like Kim Thayil.

Apr 28, 2025 · SOUNDGARDEN guitarist Kim Thayil spoke to Billboard about the announcement that the band will join the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame class of 2025 in the Performer category.

Oct 28, 2025 · Soundgarden ’s Kim Thayil will chronicle his life as a son of immigrants and rock pioneer in his new book, A Screaming Life: Into the Superunknown with Soundgarden and …

Oct 28, 2025 · Kim Thayil announces upcoming memoir, "A Screaming Life," about his life and Soundgarden. Thayil describes exploring his immigrant upbringing, band history, and building …

Maneuvering the boundary between musical innovation and cultural identity, Kim Thayil emerged from a unique upbringing to become one of grunge’s most influential figures.

Sep 4, 2025 · The Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil, born in Seattle, Washington on September 4, 1960, was brought up in Chicago, Illinois, by his parents who emigrated from Kerala in India …

Aug 13, 2025 · Kim Thayil, the lead guitarist for Soundgarden, is a pivotal figure in the development of grunge music. His innovative approach to guitar, characterized by downtuned, …

Apr 28, 2025 · Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil has spoken with Billboard regarding yesterday’s (April 27th) announcement that the aforementioned grunge legends will be going into the Rock …