Serj Tankian Joins Tom Morello for Stunning 'Like a Stone' Tribute to Chris Cornell
By James H. Sterling
Over the past two decades, "Like a Stone" evolved from a chart-topping radio hit into a generational rock standard. The table below traces its key performance phases from its studio inception to the 2026 festival stage.
| Era / Event | Featured Personnel | Arrangement & Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Studio Recording | Chris Cornell, Tom Morello, Tim Commerford, Brad Wilk | Produced by Rick Rubin; peaked at #1 on Billboard Rock charts; definitive studio vocal. |
| 2017 Rock am Ring | Prophets of Rage featuring Serj Tankian | Performed weeks after Cornell’s death; raw, emotional tribute delivered to 70,000+ festival fans. |
| 2019 "I Am the Highway" | Audioslave rhythm section with guest vocalists | Star-studded memorial concert in Los Angeles raising over $1 million for charity. |
| 2026 Power to the People | Tom Morello Band featuring Serj Tankian | Pro-shot concert release; refined vocal phrasing reflecting years of shared stage experience. |
James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.
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