Unplugged Alice In Chains

Alice In Chains, the grunge rock band from Seattle, Washington, was formed by Layne Staley (vocals, guitar) and Jerry Cantrell (vocals, guitar). The group's lineup was completed by Mike Inez (bass) and Sean Kinney (drums). The band's music, recorded at Bad Animals studio in Seattle, was characterized by its dour and murky tones, reflecting the overcast weather that the city is known for.

The group's self-titled third album, released in 1995, continued along the path of exploring the darker side of life, with Staley's nihilistic lyrics and Cantrell's weighty guitar playing. The album's cover art, featuring a three-legged dog, reinforced the gloomy and unsettling nature of the music.

One of the standout tracks from the album, "God Am," features Staley's introspective lyrics, questioning the ability to gather faith from fable. Similarly, "Sludge Factory" paints a vivid aural picture of drug addiction, with Cantrell's plodding riffs and the sound of a disjointed conversation.

The album was well-received, with two singles, "Grind" and "Again," being nominated for Grammy Awards in 1996 and 1997, respectively, for Best Hard Rock Performance.

The album's production was handled by Toby Wright, who served as the audio mixer, and the album's photography was contributed by Rocky Schenck and Rob Bloch.

Overall, Alice In Chains' self-titled third album stands as a testament to the band's ability to capture the darker emotional and psychological aspects of the human experience through their music. The album's brooding and introspective nature has made it a classic in the grunge genre and a must-listen for fans of the band.

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