Cornell's lyrics in Audioslave are laughable and almost nonsensical. He voice isn't as good as it was in Soundgarden, I think he blew it some time in the mid 90's.
They also really over produced. almost no life in any of the songs.
I really like Audioslave cause I get to hear the Rage band stretch their legs and do something different, they're real talented. Cornell just drops the ball.
I can only hope the new Soundgarden album doesn't ruin my favorite bands perfect discography.