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There's a lot to appreciate in this album! Musically and thematically diverse, it stands among the most powerful of this rock singer's 13 album career. Even if you don't know much or anything about Soundgarden, Temple of the Dog, or Audioslave, don't be afraid to lend your ears to this impressive record. The material is beautifully crafted, sincere, and original--it's a stand-alone work of art. To fans of Chris Cornell's other works, you'll be pleased to find that the man can still sing with as much force and heart as 20 years ago. Try not to be tempted to listen to this record and only search for sounds that emulate Chris's past work. True, you'll find many musical passages reminiscent of Chris's earlier works, but I think it's best to treat this album as a true original. With each album Cornell lends his talent to, I find something new to really shake up and diversify my musical tastes. I'm confident that Carry On will help you experience the same. New fans should also check out Chris's first solo Album, Euphoria Morning, for another 12 tracks of original art.