Alice in Chains is an American rock band from Seattle, Washington, formed in 1987 by guitarist and vocalist Jerry Cantrell and drummer Sean Kinney, who later recruited bassist Mike Starr and lead vocalist Layne Staley. Starr was replaced by Mike Inez in 1993. William DuVall joined the band in 2006 as co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, replacing Staley, who died in 2002. The band took its name from Staley's previous group, the glam metal band Alice N' Chains. Often associated with grunge music, Alice in Chains' sound incorporates heavy metal elements. The band is known for its distinctive vocal style, which often included the harmonized vocals between Staley and Cantrell. Cantrell started to sing lead vocals on the 1992 acoustic EP Sap, and his role continued to grow in the following albums, making Alice in Chains a two-vocal band.
| Also known as | AIC |
| Origin | Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Genres | Heavy metal, alternative metal, grunge, sludge metal, hard rock |
| Years active | 1987–2002, 2005–present |
| Labels | Columbia, Virgin, EMI, Capitol, BMG |
| Associated acts | Sleze, Alice N' Chains, Diamond Lie, Gypsy Rose, Spys4Darwin, Mad Season |
| Members | Jerry Cantrell, Sean Kinney, Mike Inez, William DuVall |
| Past members | Layne Staley, Mike Starr |
About Alice in Chains
Part of the grunge movement, they were nominated for 9 Grammys between 1992 and 2014. Mike Inez replaced bassist Mike Starr in 1993. Vocalist Layne Staley left the band 10 years later.
Achievement of Alice in Chains
Three of the band's members reformed in February 2005 to perform a benefit concert for the victims of South Asia's 2004 tsunami.
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Latest information about Alice in Chains updated on July 28 2021.
