Metal Injection

File this under: Not a shocker. Soundgarden have posted a message on their official website confirming they are writing new material. The message reads:

Our goal for 2011 – Let’s Make A Record
“Over the past few months, we’ve been busy jamming, writing and hanging out together – exploring the creative aspect of being Soundgarden. It feels great. We have some cool new songs that we are going to record very soon. Thank you for all of the support!

Loudest of Love,
Ben, Chris , Kim and Matt“

While I wasn't a fan of Chris Cornell's solo work, I am a fan of anything guitarist Kim Thayil does, so this will be a must listen for me. Plus, I think the band has some semblance of integrity and would actually try to put something out that doesn't completely fucking blow. Right? While the band writes and records, perhaps this recent live performance from Conan will hold you over.