Which Alice in Chains Song Are You? [14], From mid-1996 onwards, Staley was out of the public spotlight, never to perform live again. Promo", "Layne Staley Memorial Fund – Summer 2011 Newsletter", "Alice in Chains owns stage in tsunami-relief show full of surprises", "Remaining Alice in Chains Members Reuniting", "Layne Staley Tribute Video (Features Rare Footage)!!! Began this take at 7: 38 Head hit the board, enough that it aches Wonder should I be workin' so late Began this take at 7: 38 The chorus is haunting, guitar and bass are sublime, and Layne and Jerry have some of their best harmonies in this song. [126], In 2009, Alice in Chains released their first studio album in 14 years, Black Gives Way to Blue, with Cantrell and then-new vocalist and rhythm guitarist William DuVall sharing lead vocals. [142][143], On Staley's 50th birthday, August 22, 2017, Alice in Chains released a video paying tribute to him, featuring Jerry Cantrell, Ann Wilson, Mike McCready and Barrett Martin. [92] Staley's body was partially decomposed when he was found. Giants of the '90s grunge scene who epitomized the heavy Seattle sound and distinguished themselves via their roots in uncompromising heavy metal. Would is amazing, but Bleed the Freak is #1 in my opinion. [11][32], Alice N' Chains soon disbanded and Staley joined a funk band,[33] which at the time also required a guitarist. [117], Since 2002, Seattle has hosted an annual tribute concert for Staley on his birthday. [96], In 2010, in an interview on VH1's Celebrity Rehab with Staley's mother, Nancy McCallum,[97] former Alice in Chains bass player Mike Starr said that he was the last person to see Staley alive and had spent time with him the day before he died, as Starr's birthday was on April 4, 2002. Even if you could get in his building, he wasn't going to open the door. As a huge AIC fan I have listened to most all of their material and this piece is not my favorite from them but I feel like it is very wrong for it to be so far down the list. ... the extended intro that sound a little like Alice in Chains. ... Alice In Chains. It has a beautiful guitar intro followed by both their softer and heavier sides showing diversity. You know we ain't gonna die, wife and kids and household pets. This is one of the best songs of alice in chains. 42 on Complex's magazine list of "The 50 Best Lead Singers of All Time" in 2012. We are looking for all the usual things: comfort, purpose, answers, something to hold on to, a way to let him go in peace. Should be in the top 10. 6 on the Billboard 200 chart, the album was also well received by music critics. Yep Would #1 and Nutshell #2. [46] During the Dirt tour in Brazil in 1993, Staley saved Starr's life after he had overdosed.[47][48]. Alone Again [Naturally] F /20 - Gilbert O'Sullivan. [18] It was reported that the 6-foot (1.8 m) Staley weighed only 86 pounds (39 kg) when his body was discovered. There is a video of him singing this from the 90's on YouTube... Amazing. Peaked at … It's hauntingly beautiful. But sea of sorry, man in the box, and love, hate, love are some of the best tracks on that record! They have lot of great lyrics which is the main reason why I've become A9 fan. Comes with the Fall vocalist William DuVall, a member of Cantrell's solo touring band who often sang Staley's parts on the Alice in Chains songs that Cantrell performed, was announced to sing Staley's part for the reunion shows. We ruled our class. When Staley did not answer, McCallum called 911.[18]. He wrote this song to honor his dad by telling a story about his service in Vietnam. This is just purely amazing. [125], Staley was an inspiration for the title of Metallica's 2008 album, Death Magnetic. [107][108], Alice in Chains remained inactive following Staley's death. Not tears. 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[85], From 1999 to 2002, Staley became more reclusive and depressed,[86] rarely leaving his Seattle condo; little is known about the details of his life during this period. Got to be higher than 14th. [11], In October 1996, Staley's former fiancée, Demri Lara Parrott, died of a drug overdose. [58], During Alice in Chains' hiatus, reports of Staley's addiction began to gain widespread circulation in fan and media communities, in part due to changes in his physical condition brought on by prolonged heroin abuse. [43] The critically acclaimed album, also the band's most successful, debuted at number six on the Billboard 200, and was certified quadruple platinum. [113] The band recorded a song in tribute to him, titled "Rebel of Babylon". [131] The first concert that Staley attended was Elton John's and he was blown away by it. [106], Shortly after Staley's death, his parents Nancy McCallum and Phil Staley started receiving donations from fans all over the world. The day was also a call to attention to the Layne Staley Memorial Fund, established by his parents in 2002. "[26] The new band performed around the Seattle area playing Slayer and Armored Saint covers. He'd say, 'Hey, I did this. Smooth, like a fine scotch whiskey, amazing artistry, passionate lyrics, applicable to today's generations, the haunting sections fade into one another, such a legendary band! The second single, "Man in the Box", with lyrics written by Staley, became a huge hit. Cantrell shared with All Music how producer Nick Raskulinecz was forced to put his foot down on this song. Definitely one of their best songs. The guitar solo is beautiful too. 2' for film soundtrack", "Class of '99 - Another Brick In The Wall (Pt. Great comeback.. Thumps up if you like this song.. Maybe not there best but definitely deserve in the top 5 position.. [62][109] In 2005, Cantrell, Kinney and Inez reunited for a benefit concert for victims of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, with several vocalists filling in for Staley. [113] That same year Staind featured a song called "Layne" in memory to the singer on their album 14 Shades of Grey. Incredible song. This song is #1, most powerful in my opinion, no such thing as a bad one but seems like mainstream created this list, where's "junkhead"? [141], In April 2017, Nancy Wilson revealed that she started writing the song "The Dragon" for Staley in the '90s. "ALICE IN CHAINS – "It's Not Like We're Trying To Recapture Dirt ... We Already Made That Fucking Record! To see it as just number 8 does not make sense so I wanted to put my word in. This is song is just amazing. At E-Chords.com you will learn how to play Alice in Chains' songs easily and improve your skills on your favorite instrument as well.. Daily, we added a hundreds of new songs with chords and tabs, just for you ;).. I agree that this song is underrated. [133], On September 6, 2011, Hank Williams III released his Attention Deficit Domination album and dedicated it to Staley. Creepy, powerful, and just a good song! Jerry's guitar tone is absolutely incredible. It has so many different genres of music wrapped into one song: acoustic, grunge, metal, and orchestral elements all make this completely unique. Angry Chair, Dam That River, Hate To Feel are my top three. There was some mail by Staley's door, but his cat meowed and according to McCallum, the cat had never done that before, which alerted her. [140] Since 2011, Cantrell pays tribute to both Staley and Mike Starr before performing the song at concerts. [16] He took his stepfather's surname while enrolled in Meadowdale High School in Lynnwood, and was known for some time as Layne Elmer. Just pure energy and power. Classic. Bridge Is Over, The. Medical examiners had to identify the body by comparing dental records. "Just because he was isolated doesn't mean we didn't have sweet moments with him." One of my favorite songs! I can't believe this isn't in the top ten. This is a peaceful song with soul. Guest vocals on the song "It's Coming After". Line Producer Audrey Morrissey. This should if been played on unplugged and it should be on their best of album, One of the best from Alice. This recording can be found on the bootleg release Sweet Alice. Cantrell's vocals fit very well with the instruments in the song. Would is an amazing song BUT the first time I ever heard this song I got goosebumps. [17], Staley was raised as a Christian Scientist,[18] but was critical of religion in his adult life,[19] stating in a 1991 interview: "I have a fascination with how brainwashed people get with religion and how they'll give up their money, their time and their whole life for a cause that they're sure is right, but I'm sure is wrong. [71], A song titled "Things You Do" featuring Staley on vocals was part of the soundtrack to the 2012 film Grassroots. 2)(Featuring Layne Staley & Tom Morello)", "Mike McCready tried to help Layne Staley and John Baker Saunders with Mad Season", "I Don't Wanna Be a Soldier: An Interview with Pearl Jam's Mike McCready", "Setting the Alice in Chains Record Straight", "Remembering Layne Staley: The Other Great Seattle Musician To Die On April 5", "Men in a Box: With nothing new on tap, Alice in Chains drums up the past", Alice In Chains: The Untold Story — Layne Staley's Final Gloomy Days as the Frontman of Seattle's Grunge Legends, "Jerry Cantrell & Layne Staley on Rockline, June 22, 1998", "Alice in Chains: Final National Radio Appearance With Whole Band To Re Air Next Week - Blabbermouth.net", "The Story Behind the Story: Was Layne Staley Going to Audition for Audioslave? This song always makes me reminisce over everything, and tones down my emotions. This is beautiful. Each song fits on one page for easy playing. [145] The album's title track, written by Cantrell, is partly a tribute to Staley and Mike Starr. Genres: Grunge, Alternative Metal, Acoustic Rock. [149] Staley's last interview was for the radio Rockline on July 19, 1999, promoting the release of the compilation album Nothing Safe: Best of the Box with the other members of Alice in Chains. [74] Kurt Cobain's death in April 1994 scared Staley into temporary sobriety, but soon he was back into his addiction. It's just excellent. Should be in the top 10. [128] Cantrell invited Elton John to join Alice in Chains and pay tribute to Staley playing the piano in "Black Gives Way to Blue",[129] the closing song in the album. Jerry Cantrell tool is also underrated generally speaking. At its best, Alice in Chains always sounds like it is up to its neck in misery and sonic muck, and the band’s brilliant comeback in 2009 was guaranteed with this song, which seemed like old times – … Great song from greatly overlooked album. His struggle with depression and addiction for much of his adult life resulted in his death from a speedball overdose on April 5, 2002, at the age of 34. The songs are mostly excellent and well-chosen, but unfortunately, there are simply too few of them. At one point, the other members of Alice in Chains flew to Los Angeles for weekly therapy at Staley's rehab. 1992. One of the darkest most haunting songs out there! One of Alice in Chains's best songs. Alice in Chains is the my favorite band of the 90's, and I'm a die-hard '70's girl (think Queen, the Sweet, KISS, etc. Cantrell has stated that his father went by the nickname "Rooster", which he had since childhood due to the way his hair stood up on end as a youth. When it picks up speed it gets even better, Only 1% votes? One of the best AiC songs! Curtis and Silver passed the demo on to Columbia Records' A&R representative Nick Terzo, who set up an appointment with label president Don Ienner. Meandering. 42 on Complex's magazine list of "The 50 Best Lead Singers of All Time" in 2012. Alice in Chains really is one of the greatest bands in the world. The best vocal harmonies, the best riffs, the best vocals, the best solo, the best chorus, the most cathartic lyrics, and the most emotion in any AIC song. [39] Based on The Treehouse Tapes, Terzo signed Alice in Chains to Columbia in 1989. Sunshine is my favorite from AIC. [148], Staley's family has disputed Rubio's work, stating they do not believe she interviewed him in 2002. I voted for this, but really, can any one song be picked to be the best from this amazing band? This song is criminally underrated, such a strong and steady start on their comeback, the hook in this song is perfect, without a doubt deserves top ten status or at least top 15, we need at LEAST one high ranking Will DuVall song on this list! [33] He asked Cantrell to join as a sideman. Close friends such as Matt Fox said, "If no one heard from him for weeks, it wasn't unusual". He declined Cantrell's request to sing with him on stage. Best song off the "dog" album. Starr was replaced by Mike Inez in 1993. It has gone on to sell over 2 million copies in the United States. Hot 100 Songs. [105], Jerry Cantrell dedicated his solo album, Degradation Trip, released two months after Staley's death, to his memory. [67] In the film, the song was credited to "The Bondage Boys featuring Layne Staley",[72] but the song had been credited to "Layne Staley and The Aftervibes" and "Layne Staley and Second Coming" when it leaked on the internet years before. [8][15], Staley joined a rhythm band in Bellevue when he was 2 or 3 years old, and was the youngest in the group. The emotion just hits me every time I hear this song and every time I hear layne sing in this song it just gives me chills. He legally changed his middle name to "Thomas" during his teens because he was a fan of Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee. [41], Alice in Chains released their debut album Facelift on August 21, 1990, shaping the band's signature style. Its vocalist gives a powerful effect. Everything about it is just amazing. AIC for life. Furthermore, it speaks to the world in it's simplicity and sound of the instruments with Laynes voice. "[62] "Drugs worked for me for years," Staley told Rolling Stone in February 1996, "and now they're turning against me, now I'm walking through hell and this sucks. [57] The band completed an album, titled Above, which was released in March 1995. You'd phone and he wouldn't answer. They might of not made it if it were not for this track. [113] In their 2004 album Hangover Music Vol. I mean come on, its no Would? [33] They started auditioning terrible lead singers in front of Staley to send a hint, which made him angry. This song really led me to understand the extent of Layne's addiction, and how he felt. Listen free to Alice in Chains – Alice in Chains (Grind, Brush Away and more). [32], Two weeks after the band's formation, they were playing a gig at the University of Washington, trying to fill out a 40-minute set with a couple of original songs along with Hanoi Rocks and David Bowie covers. Dispelling rumors of their demise due to Layne Staley's heroin addiction, Alice in Chains is a sonically detailed effort that ranks as their best-produced record, and its best moments are easily some of their most mature music. Staley was ranked at No. Layne Staley's voice and Jerry Cantrell's guitar are in perfect synch, churning out a hopeless melody that embodies the entire album in just one song. Facelift is the debut album by Alice in Chains, released August 21'st, 1990. Are people stupid or what? Venues such as the Moore Theatre,[118] The Showbox[119] The Fenix,[120] and The Crocodile[121] have hosted the event. In many ways, Alice in Chains was the definitive heavy metal band of the early '90s. [104] They also performed The Lovemongers' song "Sand". Cantrell refused to comment on the singer's appearance, and band manager Susan Silver said she had not seen the singer since "last year". 'If I can't be my own, I'd feel better dead'..simple genius. The song that introduced Alice In Chains to the world was written by guitarist Jerry Cantrell about gang violence after he observed 9 and 10 year old kids dealing drugs in Seattle. This song made me fall in love with Alice in chains and Layne Staley. No rips. )! [98] Since Staley is believed to have died a day later, on April 5, Starr expressed regret for not calling 911 to save his life. Discussion Alice In Chains rare songs Author Date within 1 day 3 days 1 week 2 weeks 1 month 2 months 6 months 1 year of Examples: Monday, today, last week, Mar 26, 3/26/04 )! That's exactly what I didn't want to happen. Music videos, film and web series Black Antenna. Alice in Chains released their debut LP, Facelift, 30 years ago today (August 21), and three decades later, the album remains one of the darkest, most-influential titles in rock. The timing is immense as Layne appears literally when you actually want him to acknowledge the crowd cheering him! [136], In 2013, Alice in Chains’ drummer, Sean Kinney, added the initials "LSMS" on his drum kit, a tribute to Staley and the band's former bassist, Mike Starr, who died in 2011. Listen it and if you agree vote for it! Amazing. No abusive ads This should be in the top 5 without a doubt! Check it out if you don't know it - from start to finish. [25] In 1986, Sleze morphed into Alice N' Chains, a band which Staley said "dressed in drag and played speed metal. The absolute peak of grunge, almost impossible to fault, right down to the guitar solo. [29][30] A few months before that, Cantrell had watched Staley performing with his then-band, Alice N' Chains, in his hometown at the Tacoma Little Theatre, and was impressed by his voice. This has always been one of my favorites. Graduated in 98 from a tight nit suburb city of Cleveland Ohio, Last of the Rockers/jocks/everyone. Blues rock guitar playing is influential in the formation of rock band instrumentation. It sounded like it came out of a 350-pound biker rather than skinny little Layne. I didn't want my fans to think that heroin was cool. Alice in Chains is a hard rock group not to be confused with their predecessor, another band called Alice N Chains.. 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