Carry On
by Chris Cornell
  • Record Label: A&M
  • Release Date: Jun 5, 2007
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6.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 123 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 78 out of 123
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 123
  3. Negative: 37 out of 123

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  1. nathanbo
    Apr 10, 2016
    0
    If you are simply a Chris Cornell fan and enjoy anything with his name slapped on it don't read this review. If you are someone who loved Chris Cornell's work with both Soundgarden and Audioslave or understand how much he was a pioneer to the grunge genre, then you will most likely hate this album. Let me start of by saying there is No Such Thing as a perfect album; however, this effort isIf you are simply a Chris Cornell fan and enjoy anything with his name slapped on it don't read this review. If you are someone who loved Chris Cornell's work with both Soundgarden and Audioslave or understand how much he was a pioneer to the grunge genre, then you will most likely hate this album. Let me start of by saying there is No Such Thing as a perfect album; however, this effort is filled with so many problems that it's really to be put off by this sound. The saddest part about this is that most of the problems are necessary musical the real problem is the type of music he presents. It the sound of Poison Eye is something you enjoy there is nothing wrong with that. I will even ignorantly say that if this album was not written by Chris Cornell I would give it a 3 out of 10, but in Soundgarden standards this deserves nothing but a big fat zero. The pure revolutionary grunge sound you expect has taken a back seat to a grim cover of Billie Jean. I just want return Safe and Sound to the metaphorical house of grunge.… Expand
  2. TyroneP
    Oct 25, 2010
    6
    There are plenty of moments that make me cringe just a little bit; his vocals aren't the best they've ever been and most of the album's electric guitar shouldn't be there at all. However, he seems so determined to make each track unpredictable within itself and different from the next that I can't help but be impressed. This is his best songwriting of the decade and I think "Silence theThere are plenty of moments that make me cringe just a little bit; his vocals aren't the best they've ever been and most of the album's electric guitar shouldn't be there at all. However, he seems so determined to make each track unpredictable within itself and different from the next that I can't help but be impressed. This is his best songwriting of the decade and I think "Silence the Voices" is one of my favourite songs written by Cornell.… Expand
  3. ManitouM.
    Sep 19, 2007
    9
    You have to let it capture you while listening to it. You can't jump in expecting something like Soundgarden/Audioslave. This is Cornell at his peak songwriting!!
  4. paulr.
    Sep 13, 2007
    8
    after listening to it several times i really enjoy this album
  5. dean
    Sep 13, 2007
    10
    Chris Cornell is the greates song writer of all time
  6. deanL.
    Sep 13, 2007
    10
    Great album
  7. simC.
    Sep 13, 2007
    10
    continues to give great music
  8. NaomiC.
    Sep 13, 2007
    10
    I don't have any of his previous albums but I love this one
  9. johnk
    Sep 13, 2007
    10
    awesome
  10. damienc.
    Sep 13, 2007
    10
    best
  11. Deanl.
    Sep 13, 2007
    10
    Sensational, at least 4 Number 1 singles
  12. simonec.
    Sep 13, 2007
    10
    I love this album Chris Cornell never fails to deliver. Best artist of all time.
  13. RobertM.
    Aug 23, 2007
    10
    I liked Temple of the Dog, Soundgarden, and Audioslave because of Chris Cornell. There are other great voices out there, but none like his. He could sing Mary Had A Little Lamb and it would be great. If you love great voices and you've loved Chris Cornell's previous work then you will undoubtedly love Carry On.
  14. nkatikan.
    Aug 17, 2007
    10
    i just can't get enough! his voice like a lion's scream! i adore! thank you, chris, well done, go ahead!
  15. cc.
    Aug 1, 2007
    0
    sorry i made such a crappy record. my wife likes to spend money and kids are expensive nowadays. i needed money and i just figured you guys would buy any old piece of junk i put out so i could keep living large... thanks suckas!.... don't forget to collect your two dollars back when you drop this off at the used cd store.... if they'll take it. p.s. my kids now get to wear sorry i made such a crappy record. my wife likes to spend money and kids are expensive nowadays. i needed money and i just figured you guys would buy any old piece of junk i put out so i could keep living large... thanks suckas!.... don't forget to collect your two dollars back when you drop this off at the used cd store.... if they'll take it. p.s. my kids now get to wear designer jeans thanks to you.… Expand
  16. pg
    Aug 1, 2007
    1
    i just saw him play live in nyc last night.... it was the worst concert i've ever had to see. he should be embarassed at what a poser he is. if you bought this album, maybe you should have saved a little longer and got yourself some taste instead. sheeeesh.
  17. ChristopherW.
    Jul 17, 2007
    1
    So, I'm listening to this new Cornell album for the first time right now at this very minute. Uh, just a second. (Checks portable CD player) I forgot the 'hold' button was on. Ok, where's that 'stop' button. That's enough of pathetic desperation for one day. Tomorrow, I'll have much better taste. I promise! :)
  18. IanC
    Jul 11, 2007
    3
    I've been a huge Chris Cornell fan, but the new album is what Revalations made me fear would happen. It's a disaster. Most songs are tuneless, and the ones that aren't were already available. The bond theme and disappearing act were for soundtracks, and you can get Billie Jean on the unplugged in sweden downloads. He still has an all time great voice, but this album I've been a huge Chris Cornell fan, but the new album is what Revalations made me fear would happen. It's a disaster. Most songs are tuneless, and the ones that aren't were already available. The bond theme and disappearing act were for soundtracks, and you can get Billie Jean on the unplugged in sweden downloads. He still has an all time great voice, but this album doesn't show an ounce of it.… Expand
  19. Butch
    Jul 11, 2007
    8
    I find it hard to beleive that critics that make some of these comments consider themselves professionals in the music industry. While the album is a departure from what we are used to , once again he has created a sound unlike any other. That ,in itself, is creative ingenuity. His voice is filled with soul and fills my soul. It's nice to see a different perspective on what music can I find it hard to beleive that critics that make some of these comments consider themselves professionals in the music industry. While the album is a departure from what we are used to , once again he has created a sound unlike any other. That ,in itself, is creative ingenuity. His voice is filled with soul and fills my soul. It's nice to see a different perspective on what music can be.An album that seems to based on life experiences but has the style of a calmer , introspective more mature poet. I'm forty years old and have shared some of these experiences as well as having the need to let the headbanging bruises heal once in awhile. Get your ass to DETROIT , Chris !!… Expand
  20. EduA.
    Jul 7, 2007
    9
    People should rather break some stupid paradigms, like Cornell screwing Soundgarden or Audioslave. In my opinion this album is great, a lot of talent. It`s a great job and Cornell`s creativity is shown on this album. He still has an amazing voice.
  21. TamaraR.
    Jul 6, 2007
    10
    I think Carry On is an amazing album. I don't get why people would want him or any other musician to keep recreating the same sound over and over. If you want Soundgarden and Audioslave, go enjoy those albums -- I still do. But I also very much enjoy his new work, and I love to see him progress and experiment with his work on Carry On, and future albums to come.
  22. NanciF.
    Jul 6, 2007
    10
    Carry On is a must have CD. I have enjoyed exploring Chris' latest creation and find every song has its own beauty.
  23. MikeD
    Jul 6, 2007
    2
    This record is a complete disaster, and he owes me an apology for buying and spending 45 minutes listening to this crap. Is he trying to appeal to Chris Daughtry's audience? All I can think of is Kim Thayil or Eddie Vedder listening to this and either a) laughing or b) crying at what their friend/bandmate has become. What a disgrace. Probably, the worst CD I've bought in the This record is a complete disaster, and he owes me an apology for buying and spending 45 minutes listening to this crap. Is he trying to appeal to Chris Daughtry's audience? All I can think of is Kim Thayil or Eddie Vedder listening to this and either a) laughing or b) crying at what their friend/bandmate has become. What a disgrace. Probably, the worst CD I've bought in the last 10 years.… Expand
  24. NickS
    Jul 3, 2007
    0
    Chris Cornell, you jerk. You screwed everything up...including those last 2 Audioslave albums. Go jump off a building.
  25. BernadetteS
    Jul 3, 2007
    8
    I really enjoy Chris Cornell's work whether it is part of a band or his solo career. I have enjoyed listening to Carry On and especially like the chances he took musically on this CD. I look forward to his future CD's.
  26. sandrak
    Jun 29, 2007
    10
    Carry On is a wonderful CD and I believe it is way underrated - much the same as Soundgarden was throughout the 90s. The lyrics on Carry On are amazing and Chirs' voice is still very powerful and still one of the best of all time.
  27. AmyZ
    Jun 27, 2007
    9
    My favorite new album of year! For all those people dissing it, it's hard to compare any artists new work with any thing else they've done, especially when it's so different. Everytime I listen to it i find something new to enjoy.
  28. KarenM.
    Jun 27, 2007
    10
    There are moments on this record that remind me of the old Chris... with lyrics that create beautiful soundscapes that lift me to consider my own internal conflicts that Chris seems to share with us all in his words and music.
  29. EricC.
    Jun 27, 2007
    4
    After mixed reviews for his three cd effort with Audioslave and this mostly disappointing solo act, Cornell has to start realizing that he wasn't the only reason Soundgarden was one of the most worshipped grunge bands. It was his band, and he may never get them back.
  30. [Anonymous]
    Jun 26, 2007
    8
    Solid tunes and lyrics added with Cornell's voice equals great album. It's definitely a mixed offering, but shows Cornell's versatility as a singer/lyricist. Definitely a thumbs up.
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56

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. Amazon.com
    80
    No less than a half-dozen songs have hit potential.
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  2. Blender
    50
    When Cornell strains for significance, he squeezes the life out of his music. [Jun 2007, p.105]
  3. Entertainment Weekly
    75
    There is nothing wrong with a calmer, mellower Chris... But it's hard not to pine for the old fire.
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