Chris Cornell dead: Isolated vocals from Soundgarden's 'Black Hole Sun' prove singer's voice was unmatched

Released in 1994, the song topped the Billboard rock chart

Chris Cornell — best known for fronting Soundgarden and Audioslave — has died aged 52, shocking the music world.

The singer’s publicist issued a statement to The Associated Press, saying Cornell’s died following a concert at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. The death was called "sudden and unexpected”, the singer’s family asking for privacy while they investigate the cause.

Dozens of fellow rockers have paid tribute to Cornell, many sharing live performances that showcase Cornell’s raw performing talents.

One of the most striking videos being shared is an audio clip featuring Cornell’s isolated vocals from the iconic track ‘Black Hole Sun’. Released in 1994, the song topped the Billboard rock chart, quickly attaining ‘classic’ status. Listen to the stunning isolated track below.

Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, Cornell was one of the chief architects of the grunge movement, forming Soundgarden alongside guitarist Kim Thyail and bassist Hiro Yamamoto in 1984.

The band rose to fame with the 1990s, Cornell later forming the supergroup Audioslave with members of Rage Against the Machine. In 2006, the singer began performing solo.

He later received a Golden Globe nomination for writing and performing the theme song to James Bond film Casino Royale in 2006.