Alice In Chains

Alice in Chains is an American rock band that rose to prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s as a significant part of the grunge movement, developing a distinct sound recognized globally. After signing with Columbia Records in 1989, Alice in Chains released their first official recording, the EP ‘We Die Young,’ in July 1990. The band quickly followed this with their debut album, ‘Facelift,’ in August 1990, which achieved Gold certification in 1991, establishing them as a prominent act in the emerging grunge scene. Their distinct sound, characterized by vocal harmonies between Jerry Cantrell and Layne Staley, continued to evolve with the ‘Sap’ EP in 1992 and the contribution of ‘Would?’ to the ‘Singles’ soundtrack the same year.

Their acoustic EP, ‘Jar of Flies,’ released in 1994, marked a significant milestone by debuting at number one on the Billboard 200. This success was replicated with their self-titled album ‘Alice in Chains,’ which also debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 in 1995. In 1996, the band performed on MTV Unplugged, subsequently releasing the live album ‘Unplugged’ later that year, further cementing their critical acclaim and commercial appeal. In 1999, Alice in Chains released the comprehensive ‘Music Bank’ box set, celebrating their expansive discography.

1 spot on the Top Rock, Alternative, and Hard Rock Albums charts. Internationally, it reached No. 9 in the UK. In 2020, the band was honored with the prestigious Founders Award from Seattle’s Museum of Pop Culture, recognizing their significant contributions to music and culture.