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| Alice in Chains discography | |
|---|---|
.jpg) Alice in Chains in 2019 | |
| Studio albums | 6 |
| EPs | 3 |
| Soundtrack albums | 6 |
| Live albums | 3 |
| Compilation albums | 5 |
| Singles | 34 |
| Video albums | 4 |
| Music videos | 44 |
The American rock band Alice in Chains has released six studio albums, three extended plays (EP), three live albums, five compilation albums, two DVDs, 44 music videos,[1][2] and 34 singles. Alice in Chains was formed in 1987 by guitarist Jerry Cantrell and drummer Sean Kinney, who then recruited bassist Mike Starr and singer Layne Staley.[3][4] The band signed to Columbia Records in 1989 and released its first EP, We Die Young, in July 1990.[5] Later that year, the band released its debut studio album, Facelift. The single "Man in the Box", which reached number 18 on the Mainstream Rock chart, helped Facelift achieve double Platinum status.[6] The band toured in support of the album for two years before releasing the acoustic EP Sap in early 1992.
In September 1992, Alice in Chains released Dirt. The critically acclaimed album, also the band's most successful, debuted at number six on the Billboard 200, and was certified quintuple Platinum.[6] The band did not tour in support of Dirt for very long, due to Staley's drug addiction.[7] While touring, Starr left the band for personal reasons and was replaced by Mike Inez.[8] 1994 saw the release of Alice in Chains' second acoustic EP, Jar of Flies. It entered the charts in the top slot, making it the first Alice in Chains release—and the first EP in history—to debut at number one. In 1995, the band released a self-titled album, which debuted at the top of the Billboard 200, and has since been awarded—along with Facelift—double Platinum status while Jar of Flies maintains Quadruple Platinum status.[6] Alice in Chains entered a hiatus after not touring since the release of Dirt.[9]
From 1996 to 2002, the band was mostly inactive, releasing two live albums, including the successful Unplugged,[6] and three compilations. On April 19, 2002, Staley was found dead in his home after overdosing on heroin and cocaine, causing the group to break up.[10] In 2005, the band reunited with new vocalist William DuVall.[11] On April 25, 2009, it was announced that Alice in Chains had signed to Virgin/EMI making it the band's first label change in their 20-plus year career.[12] Black Gives Way to Blue, the group's first album with DuVall, was released on September 29, 2009.[13] In 2011, Alice in Chains began work on their fifth studio album, The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here, which was released on May 28, 2013.[14] Alice in Chains' sixth studio album, Rainier Fog, was released on August 24, 2018.[15] As of 2019, the band has had 18 Top 10 songs and five No. 1 hits on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart.[16]
Albums
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [17] |
AUS [18] |
CAN [19] |
FIN [20] |
GER [21] |
NLD [22] |
NZ [23] |
NOR [24] |
SWE [25] |
UK [26] | |||
| Facelift | 42 | 38 | 53 | — | 41 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Dirt |
|
6 | 13 | 25 | — | 25 | 17 | 36 | 15 | 11 | 36 | |
| Alice in Chains |
|
1 | 5 | 5 | 13 | 93 | 75 | 28 | 11 | 11 | 37 | |
| Black Gives Way to Blue |
|
5 | 12 | 4 | 11 | 21 | 34 | 7 | 9 | 20 | 19 | |
| The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here |
|
2 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 23 | 52 | 12 | 6 | 35 | 22 | |
| Rainier Fog |
|
12 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 30 | 23 | 20 | 19 | 9 | |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | ||||||||||||
Live albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [17] |
AUS [18] |
CAN [33] |
FIN [20] |
GER [21] |
NLD [22] |
NZ [23] |
NOR [24] |
SWE [25] |
UK [26] | ||||
| MTV Unplugged |
|
3 | 12 | 9 | 13 | 46 | 33 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 20 | ||
| Live |
|
142 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Live Facelift | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||||||||
Compilation albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [17] |
AUS [18] |
CAN [19] |
NZ [23] |
UK [26] | |||
| Jar of Flies/Sap[37] |
|
— | 2 | — | — | 4 | |
| Nothing Safe: Best of the Box |
|
20 | — | 37 | 41 | — | |
| Music Bank |
|
123 | — | — | — | — | |
| Greatest Hits |
|
112 | — | — | — | — |
|
| The Essential Alice in Chains |
|
139 | 187 | — | — | — |
|
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||
Extended plays
[edit]| Title | EP details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [17] |
AUT [38] |
CAN [19] |
GER [21] |
NLD [22] |
NZ [23] |
NOR [24] |
SWE [25] |
SWI [39] |
UK [26] | |||
| We Die Young |
|
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Sap |
|
134 [A] |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
|
| Jar of Flies |
|
1 | 22 | 5 | 25 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 31 | 4 | |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | ||||||||||||
Singles
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [40] |
US Main Rock [41] |
US Rock [42] |
AUS [18][43] |
CAN [44] |
EU [45] |
FIN [46] |
IRL [47] |
NLD [22] |
UK [26] | |||||
| "We Die Young" | 1990 | — | — | × | — | — | — | — | — | — | —[B] | We Die Young EP and Facelift | ||
| "Man in the Box" | 1991 | — | 18 | × | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Facelift | ||
| "Bleed the Freak" [promo] | — | — | × | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Sea of Sorrow" [promo] | — | 27 | × | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Would?" | 1992 | — | 31 | 15 | 69 | — | 77 | 36 | — | 33 | 19 | Dirt | ||
| "Them Bones" | — | 24 | ×[C] | 93 | — | 76 | 38 | 22 | — | 26 |
| |||
| "Angry Chair" | — | 34 | ×[D] | 188 | — | 79 | — | 28 | — | 33 | ||||
| "Rooster" | 1993 | — | 7 | × | 121 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| ||
| "Down in a Hole" | — | 10 | × | — | — | — | — | 29 | — | 36 |
| |||
| "What the Hell Have I" [promo] | — | 19 | × | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Last Action Hero: Music from the Original Motion Picture | |||
| "No Excuses" | 1994 | —[E] | 1 | ×[F] | — | 17 | — | — | — | — | — |
|
Jar of Flies | |
| "I Stay Away" | — | 10 | × | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| |||
| "Don't Follow" [airplay] | — | 25 | × | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Got Me Wrong" [promo] | — | 7 | ×[G] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Clerks: Music from the Motion Picture/Sap | |||
| "Grind" | 1995 | — | 7 | ×[H] | 77 | 53 | 70 | — | — | — | 23 | Alice in Chains | ||
| "Heaven Beside You" | 1996 | —[I] | 3 | ×[J] | 60 | — | 94 | — | — | — | 35 |
| ||
| "Again" | — | 8 | ×[K] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Over Now" | — | 4 | ×[L] | 102 | 50 | — | — | — | — | — | Unplugged | |||
| "Would?" [airplay] | — | 19 | × | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Get Born Again" | 1999 | —[M] | 4 | ×[N] | 141 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Nothing Safe: Best of the Box | ||
| "Fear the Voices" | — | 11 | ×[O] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Music Bank | |||
| "Man in the Box" (live) | 2000 | — | 39 | ×[P] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Live | ||
| "A Looking in View" | 2009 | —[Q] | 12 | 27 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Black Gives Way to Blue | ||
| "Check My Brain" | 92 | 1 | 1 | — | 62 | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Your Decision" | —[R] | 1 | 1 | — | 57 | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Lesson Learned" | 2010 | — | 4 | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Hollow" | 2012 | — | 1 | 37 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here | ||
| "Stone" | 2013 | — | 1 | 37 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Voices" | — | 3 | —[S] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Tears" | 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rush - 2112 (40th Anniversary Edition) | ||
| "The One You Know" | 2018 | — | 9 | 36 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rainier Fog | ||
| "So Far Under" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Never Fade" | — | 10 | —[T] | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||
| "Rainier Fog" | 2019 | — | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. "×" denotes periods where charts did not exist or were not archived | ||||||||||||||
Soundtracks
[edit]| Year | Song | Album[56] | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | "Would?" | Singles: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack | Later appeared on Dirt |
| 1993 | "What the Hell Have I?" and "A Little Bitter" | Last Action Hero: Music from the Original Motion Picture | Remixed versions of these songs later appeared on Music Bank |
| 1994 | "Them Bones" | Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie English soundtrack | Originally appeared on Dirt |
| "Got Me Wrong" | Clerks: Music from the Motion Picture | Originally appeared on Sap | |
| 1996 | "Again" | Marvin's Room soundtrack | Originally appeared on Alice In Chains |
| 2004 | "Them Bones" | Riding Giants soundtrack | Originally appeared on Dirt |
| Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas | |||
| 2008 | "Would?" | Burnout Paradise soundtrack | |
| 2009 | "Rooster" | Terminator Salvation (Original Soundtrack) | |
| "Them Bones" | Madden NFL 10 soundtrack | ||
| 2025 | "Them Bones" | Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 soundtrack |
Music videos
[edit]| Year | Title | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | "We Die Young" (version one) | The Art Institute of Seattle | |
| "We Die Young" (version two) | Rocky Schenck | ||
| 1991 | "Sea of Sorrow" (version one) | Paul Rachman | |
| "Man in the Box" | |||
| "Sea of Sorrow" (version two) | Martyn Atkins | ||
| "Bleed the Freak (live)" | Josh Taft | From Live Facelift | |
| 1992 | "Would?" | Cameron Crowe Josh Taft |
|
| "Them Bones" | Rocky Schenck | ||
| "Angry Chair" | Matt Mahurin | ||
| 1993 | "Rooster" | Mark Pellington | |
| "What the Hell Have I?" | Rocky Schenck | ||
| "Down in a Hole" | Nigel Dick | ||
| 1994 | "No Excuses" | Matt Mahurin | |
| "I Stay Away" | Nick Donkin | ||
| 1995 | "Grind" | Rocky Schenck | |
| 1996 | "Heaven Beside You" | Frank W. Ockenfels III | |
| "Again" | George Vale Layne Staley |
||
| "Over Now" (MTV Unplugged) | Alex Coletti | ||
| 1999 | "Get Born Again" | Paul Fedor | |
| 2009 | "A Looking in View" | Stephen Schuster | |
| "Check My Brain" | Alexandre Courtes | ||
| "Your Decision" | Stephen Schuster | ||
| 2010 | "Lesson Learned" | Paul Matthaeus | |
| "Acid Bubble" | Nick Goso | ||
| "Last of My Kind" (live)[57] | |||
| 2013 | "Hollow" | Roboshobo | |
| "Stone" | |||
| "Voices" | |||
| "The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here" | Travis Hopkins | ||
| 2014 | "Phantom Limb" | Roboshobo | |
| 2018 | "The One You Know" (version one) | Adam Mason | |
| "Never Fade" | |||
| 2019 | "The One You Know" (version two) | Episode from Black Antenna | |
| "Rainier Fog" | |||
| "Red Giant" | |||
| "Fly" | |||
| "Drone" | |||
| "Deaf Ears Blind Eyes" | |||
| "Rainier Fog" | Peter Darley Miller & Alice In Chains | Official music video | |
| "Maybe" | Adam Mason | Episode from Black Antenna | |
| "So Far Under" | |||
| "Never Fade" | |||
| "All I Am" | |||
| "Private Hell"[58] | Todd Shuss |
Videos
[edit]| Year | Video details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | UK [59] | ||||||||||||||||
| 1991 | Live Facelift
|
— | 11 | RIAA: Gold[6] | |||||||||||||
| 1995 | The Nona Tapes
|
32[60] | 10 | ||||||||||||||
| 1996 | Unplugged
|
7[61] | 18 | RIAA: Gold[6] | |||||||||||||
| 1999 | Music Bank: The Videos
|
11[62] | 33 | RIAA: Gold[6] | |||||||||||||
| "—" denotes releases that did not chart. | |||||||||||||||||
Guest appearances
[edit]| Year | Song | Artist(s) | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | "Tears" | Rush | Rush - 2112 (40th Anniversary Edition) |
| 2019 | "Would?" | Heart | Live in Atlantic City[63] |
| "Rooster" |
Notes
[edit]- ^ Sap charted in the US upon its vinyl Record Store Day release in 2020.
- ^ "We Die Young…" did not enter the UK Singles Chart, but peaked at number 11 on the UK Physical Singles Chart Top 100.[48]
- ^ "Them Bones" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 30 on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "Angry Chair" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 27 on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "No Excuses" did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100 but charted at number 48 on the Billboard Hot 100 Airplay chart,[51]
- ^ "No Excuses" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number three on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "Got Me Wrong" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 22 on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "Grind" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 18 on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "Heaven Beside You" did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100 but charted at number 52 on the Billboard Hot 100 Airplay chart.[51]
- ^ "Heaven Beside You" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number six on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "Again" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 36 on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "Over Now" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 24 on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "Get Born Again" did not enter the Billboard Hot 100, but peaked at number six on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart, which acts as an extension to the Hot 100.[52]
- ^ "Get Born Again" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 12 on the US Alternative Airplay chart.[50]
- ^ "Fear the Voices" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 12 on the US Active Rock chart.[53]
- ^ "Man in the Box" (Live) did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, which wasn't introduced until 2009, but peaked at number 38 on the US Active Rock chart.[53]
- ^ "A Looking in View" did not enter the Billboard Hot 100, but peaked at number 42 on the US Heatseeker Songs chart.[54]
- ^ "Your Decision" did not enter the Billboard Hot 100, but peaked at number nine on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart, which acts as an extension to the Hot 100.[52]
- ^ "Voices" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, but peaked at number 18 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Airplay chart.[55]
- ^ "Never Fade" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, but peaked at number 32 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Airplay chart.[55]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Alice In Chains Official Music Videos (1989-2019)". YouTube. Archived from the original on March 9, 2021. Retrieved September 27, 2019.
- ^ "Alice in Chains Videos". Archived from the original on March 9, 2021. Retrieved September 27, 2019 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Alice in Chains: Through the Looking Glass". Rolling Stone. November 26, 1992. Archived from the original on July 28, 2017. Retrieved July 16, 2017.
- ^ "Interview Alice In Chains - Jerry Cantrell and Sean Kinney about Layne Staley". YouTube. January 12, 2010. Archived from the original on December 21, 2021. Retrieved July 16, 2017.
- ^ Columbia Records (1996). Music Bank (Media notes). Alice in Chains. Columbia Records. 69580.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y "Gold & Platinum Search "Alice in Chains"". Recording Industry Association of America. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved October 2, 2021.
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- ^ "2006 band bio - Aliceinchains.com". Aliceinchains.com. Archived from the original on July 19, 2006. Retrieved December 14, 2007.
- ^ Rothman, Robin (April 22, 2002). "Layne Staley Found Dead". Rolling Stone. Archived from the original on November 14, 2007. Retrieved November 24, 2007.
- ^ Wiederhorn, Jon (February 25, 2003). "Late Alice In Chains Singer Layne Staley's Last Interview Revealed In New Book". MTV. Archived from the original on December 17, 2007. Retrieved December 22, 2007.
- ^ Wood, Mikael (May 2009). "Get Born Again". Revolver.
- ^ "Alice In Chains Signs With Virgin/EMI". Blabbermouth.net. April 25, 2009. Archived from the original on April 27, 2009. Retrieved April 25, 2009.
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- ^ "Alice In Chains Announce New Album, Debut New Track". Kerrang!. June 27, 2018. Archived from the original on June 27, 2018. Retrieved June 27, 2018.
- ^ "Alice in Chains Chart History - Mainstream Rock". Billboard. Archived from the original on July 4, 2018. Retrieved June 6, 2019.
- ^ a b c d "Alice In Chains – Chart History: Billboard 200". Billboard. Archived from the original on February 14, 2018. Retrieved September 5, 2018.
- ^ a b c d Australian (ARIA) chart peaks:
- Top 50 peaks: "Discography Alice in Chains". Hung Medien. Archived from the original on November 1, 2010. Retrieved July 19, 2009.
- Top 100 peaks to December 2010: Ryan, Gavin (2011). Australia's Music Charts 1988–2010 (PDF ed.). Mt Martha, Victoria, Australia: Moonlight Publishing. p. 11.
- "Rooster": "Bubbling Down Under Week Commencing June 7, 1993". Bubbling Down Under. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- "Grind": "The ARIA Australian Top 100 Singles Chart – Week Ending 10 Dec 1995". ARIA. Archived from the original on April 25, 2018. Retrieved July 19, 2017 – via Imgur. N.B. The HP column displays the highest peak reached.
- "Heaven Beside You": "The ARIA Australian Top 100 Singles Chart – Week Ending 03 Mar 1996". ARIA. Archived from the original on April 25, 2018. Retrieved July 31, 2017 – via Imgur.
- ^ a b c Peaks in Canada:
- All except noted: "Alice in Chains Top Albums/CDs positions". RPM. Archived from the original on October 19, 2012. Retrieved October 12, 2010.
- Peaks since 2009: "Alice in Chains Chart History: Canadian Albums". Billboard. Archived from the original on November 17, 2021. Retrieved January 30, 2021.
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- ^ *For "No Excuses": "Top RPM Singles: Issue 2470". RPM. Archived from the original on November 8, 2016. Retrieved November 7, 2016 – via Library and Archives Canada.
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- ^ Peaks on the European Hot 100 Singles chart:
- For "Would?": "Eurochart Hot 100 Singles" (PDF). Music & Media. January 30, 1993. p. 43. Retrieved August 3, 2018.
- For "Them Bones": "Eurochart Hot 100 Singles" (PDF). Music & Media. April 3, 1993. p. 19. Retrieved August 3, 2018.
- For "Angry Chair": "Eurochart Hot 100 Singles" (PDF). Music & Media. June 19, 1993. p. 19. Retrieved August 3, 2018.
- For "Angry Chair": "Eurochart Hot 100 Singles" (PDF). Music & Media. June 19, 1993. p. 19. Retrieved August 3, 2018.
- For "Grind": "Eurochart Hot 100 Singles" (PDF). Music & Media. November 18, 1995. p. 27. Retrieved August 3, 2018.
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Alice in Chains discography
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Studio releases
Albums
Alice in Chains has released six studio albums, beginning with their major-label debut in 1990 and continuing through 2018, reflecting the band's signature blend of heavy metal, grunge, and acoustic elements. These albums achieved significant commercial success, particularly during the 1990s grunge explosion, with several reaching multi-platinum status in the United States. Produced primarily by Dave Jerden in their early years, the recordings transitioned to other collaborators following lineup changes after the death of vocalist Layne Staley in 2002. The band's post-Staley era, starting with their 2009 comeback, incorporated new vocalist William DuVall while maintaining core themes of introspection and darkness. The following table summarizes the band's studio albums, including release details, U.S. chart performance, and certifications:| Album Title | Release Date | Label | Billboard 200 Peak | RIAA Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Facelift | August 28, 1990 | Columbia Records | 42 | 3× Platinum |
| Dirt | September 29, 1992 | Columbia Records | 6 | 5× Platinum |
| Alice in Chains | November 7, 1995 | Columbia Records | 1 | 2× Platinum |
| Black Gives Way to Blue | September 29, 2009 | Virgin EMI Records | 5 | Gold |
| The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here | May 28, 2013 | Capitol Records | 2 | None |
| Rainier Fog | August 24, 2018 | BMG Rights Management | 12 | None |
Extended plays
Alice in Chains released two notable extended plays during the early 1990s, both emphasizing acoustic arrangements that showcased the band's versatility amid their heavier grunge sound. These EPs, Sap and Jar of Flies, were standalone releases that highlighted introspective lyrics and harmonious vocals, achieving significant commercial success and influencing the band's later acoustic performances, such as their MTV Unplugged session.[6][7] The first EP, Sap, was recorded in November 1991 at London Bridge Studios in Seattle during sessions for the song "Would?" intended for the Singles soundtrack. Produced by the band alongside Rick Parashar, the four-track release featured guest appearances from Ann Wilson of Heart on "Brother" and Chris Cornell of Soundgarden and Mark Arm of Mudhoney on "Right Turn," the latter credited to "Alice Mudgarden." Released on February 4, 1992, through Columbia Records, Sap marked the band's initial foray into predominantly acoustic material, blending folk-rock elements with their signature dark themes of addiction and loss. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and was certified gold by the RIAA on January 14, 1994, for sales exceeding 500,000 copies in the United States.[8][9][10] Following the success of their 1992 album Dirt, Alice in Chains returned to acoustic territory with Jar of Flies, self-produced and recorded over seven days from September 7 to 14, 1993, at London Bridge Studios. The EP's title derived from a childhood science experiment recalled by drummer Sean Kinney, symbolizing themes of decay and introspection. Released on January 25, 1994, via Columbia Records, it debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 with first-week sales of 141,000 copies, making it the first EP in history to achieve this milestone. Certified quadruple platinum by the RIAA as of 2022, Jar of Flies has sold over 4 million copies worldwide, with over 4 million in the U.S. alone, driven by singles like "No Excuses" and "I Stay Away." Its seven tracks, including the haunting ballad "Nutshell," underscored the band's emotional depth and commercial peak during the grunge era.[7][11][12][13]Live releases
Live albums
Alice in Chains has released three official live albums, all issued by Columbia Records or its affiliates, showcasing the band's raw energy and evolving sound during their active years with original vocalist Layne Staley. These recordings highlight the group's ability to translate their heavy, harmonized grunge style to intimate acoustic settings and full-band electric shows, drawing from tours supporting key studio releases like Facelift and Dirt. The albums emphasize extended improvisations and audience interactions that distinguish live renditions from studio versions, such as the elongated guitar solos in "Man in the Box" on the 2000 collection.[3][14] The debut live album, MTV Unplugged, was recorded on April 10, 1996, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music for the MTV series and released on July 30, 1996. This acoustic performance, one of the band's final appearances with Staley before his health issues intensified, features stripped-down arrangements of hits like "Rooster" and "Down in a Hole," revealing the vulnerability in Staley's vocals and the band's intricate harmonies. It debuted at No. 3 on the US Billboard 200 chart and No. 20 on the UK Albums Chart, eventually certified double Platinum by the RIAA for over 2 million units sold in the US. The session's unique context, amid the band's rising fame and personal struggles, captured a pivotal moment, with tracks like "Sludge Factory" extending beyond studio lengths to include raw emotional delivery.[15][16] The second live album, simply titled Live, compiles performances from 1990 to 1996 across venues in the US and UK, released posthumously for Staley's era on December 5, 2000. Sourced from shows in Seattle, Dallas, and Glasgow, it spotlights electric sets with aggressive riffs, including an extended jam in "Junkhead" that amplifies the sludge metal influences absent in the polished studio cut. The album peaked at No. 142 on the Billboard 200, reflecting the band's hiatus but underscoring enduring fan interest in their pre-2000 material. Unlike Unplugged's focused intimacy, Live preserves the chaotic intensity of their club and arena tours, with crowd noise enhancing tracks like "Bleed the Freak."[14] The third live album, Live Facelift, is a vinyl-only release of a concert recorded on December 22, 1990, at the Moore Theatre in Seattle, issued on November 25, 2016, by Sony Legacy as part of Record Store Day Black Friday. Featuring six songs from the debut album Facelift, including "Man in the Box" and "Sea of Sorrow," it captures the band's early high-energy grunge performances with Staley's commanding vocals. This audio edition complements the original 1991 VHS video release and did not chart on the Billboard 200.Concert videos
Alice in Chains' official concert videos primarily consist of two key releases from the early 1990s, focusing on full live performances rather than promotional clips. These videos highlight the band's raw energy during their rise in the grunge scene, with footage from promotional concerts and their landmark acoustic set. Both were initially issued in physical formats by Columbia Records, emphasizing the group's transition from heavy rock to more introspective acoustic arrangements.| Title | Release Date | Format | Runtime | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Facelift | July 30, 1991 | VHS | 39 minutes | Columbia Records | Recorded at The Moore Theatre in Seattle on December 22, 1990; features six songs from the debut album Facelift, including "Man in the Box" and "Sea of Sorrow"; pro-shot in black-and-white with Hi-Fi stereo audio.[17] |
| MTV Unplugged | October 26, 1999 | DVD | 55 minutes | Columbia/Legacy | Recorded at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on April 10, 1996; includes the complete 13-song acoustic set with guest appearances by Chris Cornell and Layne Staley's final major performance; features Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound and behind-the-scenes interviews; certified gold by the RIAA for 50,000 units shipped.[18][19] |
Compilation and reissue releases
Compilation albums
Alice in Chains has issued a series of compilation albums that aggregate key tracks from their studio discography, emphasizing their signature grunge sound and commercial successes from the 1990s onward. These releases often serve as entry points for new listeners, featuring remastered hits, B-sides, and occasional rarities, while highlighting the band's evolution through the Layne Staley and William DuVall eras. Unlike their studio albums, these compilations prioritize retrospective curation over new material, with selections drawn primarily from Facelift, Dirt, and subsequent works. The band's first major compilation effort came with Nothing Safe: Best of the Box, a single-disc collection released on June 29, 1999, by Columbia Records. This 15-track album draws from the forthcoming Music Bank box set, focusing on radio-friendly singles and fan favorites like "Man in the Box" and "Rooster," alongside the previously unreleased "Get Born Again," which peaked at No. 4 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. It peaked at No. 20 on the Billboard 200.[21][22][23] Shortly after, Music Bank arrived as a comprehensive 4-disc box set (3 audio CDs + 1 CD-ROM) on October 26, 1999, also via Columbia Records, containing 48 tracks including demos, outtakes, and videos on the accompanying CD-ROM. Spanning the band's early independent days to their major-label peak, it includes obscurities like "Fear the Voices" (released as a promotional single) and peaked at No. 123 on the Billboard 200. The set's expansive format distinguishes it as a deep dive for collectors, blending hits with archival material to chronicle Alice in Chains' creative trajectory.[24][25] Greatest Hits followed on July 24, 2001, from Columbia Records, offering a streamlined 11-track overview of the band's most enduring singles, such as "Would?" and "Down in a Hole," with a focus on their 1990s output. Certified gold by the RIAA on November 30, 2005, for 500,000 units shipped, it reached No. 112 on the Billboard 200 and remains a staple for highlighting their mainstream rock impact.[26][27] In 2006, The Essential Alice in Chains provided a two-disc retrospective on September 5, released by Columbia Records, encompassing 31 tracks from the Staley era, including classics like "Nutshell" and "Again," up to the 1996 MTV Unplugged recordings. Certified gold by the RIAA, it peaked at No. 141 on the Billboard 200 and underscores the band's longevity by integrating hits across their early career. Track selections emphasize thematic depth, such as introspective ballads and heavy riffs, without delving into live recordings.[28][29]| Title | Release Date | Label | Billboard 200 Peak | Certification |
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| Nothing Safe: Best of the Box | June 29, 1999 | Columbia | 20 | — |
| Music Bank | October 26, 1999 | Columbia | 123 | — |
| Greatest Hits | July 24, 2001 | Columbia | 112 | Gold (RIAA) |
| The Essential Alice in Chains | September 5, 2006 | Columbia | 141 | Gold (RIAA) |
Reissues and box sets
Alice in Chains has issued several deluxe reissues and box sets throughout their career, often commemorating anniversaries with remastered audio, expanded packaging, and bonus material such as live recordings, B-sides, and memorabilia. These releases provide fans with enhanced access to the band's catalog, including rare visuals and collectibles, while preserving the original recordings in new formats like vinyl variants and limited-edition sets.[30] The band's debut album Facelift (1990) received a 30th anniversary deluxe box set in 2020, limited to 2000 copies. This edition features remastered audio across a 2xLP picture disc vinyl, an exclusive cassette, a custom hardcover photo book, a two-sided poster, five 7-inch vinyl singles containing B-sides and demos such as "We Die Young" and "I Can't Remember," an enamel pin, a sticker pack, and a numbered certificate of authenticity, all housed in an acrylic box with gel transparencies.[31][32] In 2022, Dirt (1992) was reissued for its 30th anniversary with a remastered 2LP black vinyl edition released on September 23. The accompanying deluxe box set includes the original album on vinyl and CD, five 7-inch singles on colored vinyl featuring live bonus tracks from 1993–1996 performances of hits like "Them Bones," "Rooster," and "Would?," and an 80-page hardbound book with photos and liner notes.[30][33] The 1994 EP Jar of Flies marked its 30th anniversary in 2024 with a vinyl reissue released on March 22, available in standard black and limited tri-color variants. The deluxe edition box set incorporates a logo-embossed jar with touch-activated red LED lighting and faux flies, 3D lenticular cover art, the remastered EP on tri-color vinyl, and a 60-page book, emphasizing visual collectibles alongside the audio.[34][35][36] Alice in Chains (1995), the band's self-titled third studio album, saw its 30th anniversary celebrated with a deluxe reissue announced on November 7, 2025, and scheduled for early 2026 release. This marks the album's first vinyl pressing since 1995, featuring a 2LP edition with pop-up gatefold packaging; three 7-inch singles for "Grind," "Again," and "Heaven Beside You"; 10 custom art prints; 12 tarot cards inspired by the album artwork; and a hardcover comic book with photos and liner notes. The limited box set, exclusive to 3000 units via the official store, includes these elements, while vinyl variants offer digital expansions and exclusives such as a translucent highlighter yellow with black and white splatter edition from BrooklynVegan.[37][38][39][40]| Release | Year | Key Features | Formats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facelift 30th Anniversary Deluxe | 2020 | Remastered audio, B-sides/demos on 7" singles, photo book, picture disc | Limited box set (2000 units), 2xLP vinyl |
| Dirt 30th Anniversary Deluxe | 2022 | Remastered 2LP, live bonus tracks on 5 colored 7" singles, 80-page book | Box set, vinyl/CD |
| Jar of Flies 30th Anniversary | 2024 | Remastered vinyl, LED jar collectible, 60-page book | Tri-color LP, deluxe box set |
| Alice in Chains 30th Anniversary Deluxe | 2026 | First vinyl since 1995, 3x 7" singles, art prints, tarot cards, comic book | 2LP, limited box set (3000 units), variants |
Singles
As lead artist
Alice in Chains has issued a series of singles as the lead artist across their career, drawn primarily from studio albums and EPs. These releases have garnered notable commercial success, especially on Billboard's rock charts, with several reaching the top 10 or higher on the Mainstream Rock and Alternative Songs charts. Certifications from the RIAA highlight the enduring popularity of key tracks like "Man in the Box" and "Would?". Early singles were typically available in physical formats such as cassette, 7-inch vinyl, and CD singles, while later ones incorporated digital downloads and streaming. The band's singles often featured promotional formats including radio edits and limited-edition picture discs, reflecting the evolution from 1990s grunge-era physical media to modern digital distribution via platforms like iTunes and Spotify.| Title | Year | Album | Hot 100 Peak | Alternative Peak | Mainstream Rock Peak | Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| We Die Young | 1990 | We Die Young EP | — | — | 31 | — |
| Man in the Box | 1991 | Facelift | — | 18 | 18 | 3× Platinum (RIAA) |
| Rooster | 1993 | Dirt | — | 1 | 1 | 2× Platinum (RIAA) |
| Would? | 1993 | Dirt | — | 19 | 19 | 2× Platinum (RIAA) |
| I Stay Away | 1994 | Jar of Flies | — | 4 | 10 | — |
| Grind | 1995 | Alice in Chains | — | 6 | 7 | — |
| Heaven Beside You | 1996 | Alice in Chains | — | 5 | 1 | — |
| Again | 1996 | Alice in Chains | — | 8 | 8 | — |
| Get Born Again | 1999 | Music Bank | — | — | 3 | — |
| Check My Brain | 2009 | Black Gives Way to Blue | 92 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Your Decision | 2010 | Black Gives Way to Blue | — | 2 | 2 | — |
| A Looking in View | 2010 | Black Gives Way to Blue | — | 10 | 10 | — |
| Stone | 2013 | The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here | — | 1 | 1 | — |
| Voices | 2013 | The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here | — | 3 | 3 | — |
| The One You Know | 2018 | Rainier Fog | — | 10 | 10 | — |
| Never Fade | 2018 | Rainier Fog | — | 12 | 12 | — |
Soundtrack contributions
Alice in Chains contributed tracks to multiple film soundtracks in the early 1990s, often featuring exclusive recordings or pre-album releases that helped promote their growing popularity in the grunge scene. These appearances provided exposure through tie-ins with major motion pictures, with some songs achieving notable chart success.[41][42] The band's first major soundtrack contribution was "Would?", which served as the opening track on the soundtrack for the 1992 film Singles directed by Cameron Crowe. This version marked the song's debut release ahead of its inclusion on the band's album Dirt later that year, and it peaked at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart.[41] In 1993, Alice in Chains provided two exclusive tracks for the Last Action Hero soundtrack: "What the Hell Have I", a newly recorded song, and "A Little Bitter", an original composition not featured on any studio album. These heavy, riff-driven pieces aligned with the film's action-oriented tone and showcased the band's metal influences.[42] The following year, "Got Me Wrong" from the band's 1992 EP Sap was included on the soundtrack for Kevin Smith's 1994 comedy Clerks. This acoustic-leaning track fit the film's indie vibe and marked one of the band's early forays into lighter, unplugged-style material on a compilation.[43] More recently, in 2025, "Them Bones" from the 1992 album Dirt was featured on the soundtrack for the remastered video game Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. The high-energy track's inclusion highlighted the band's enduring appeal in gaming media, alongside a mix of classic and contemporary artists.[44]Visual media
Music videos
Alice in Chains has produced a series of promotional music videos to accompany their singles, often featuring dark, thematic visuals that align with the band's grunge and heavy metal aesthetic. These videos, directed by notable filmmakers, frequently incorporate elements of surrealism, historical footage, or narrative storytelling to enhance the lyrical themes of addiction, war, and personal struggle. Many were released during the band's active periods in the early 1990s and post-2000s reunion, with production notes highlighting collaborations with acclaimed directors. Although few received major awards, the video for "Would?" won Best Video from a Film at the 1993 MTV Video Music Awards, and several others, like "Rooster," garnered critical acclaim for their evocative imagery, including Vietnam War-themed footage drawn from Jerry Cantrell's family history.[45] The band's music videos have included alternate versions for select singles, such as "We Die Young" and "Sea of Sorrow," allowing for different artistic interpretations.| Song | Release Year | Director(s) | Production Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| We Die Young | 1990 | Rocky Schenck | Original version features gritty urban imagery; an alternate version was directed by students at the Art Institute of Seattle.[46][47] |
| Man in the Box | 1991 | Paul Rachman | Iconic video with surreal, censored visuals symbolizing media control and censorship.[48] |
| Sea of Sorrow | 1991 | Paul Rachman (Version 1); Martyn Atkins (Version 2) | Two versions produced: the first with performance footage, the second emphasizing narrative elements.[49][50] |
| Them Bones | 1992 | Rocky Schenck | Abstract visuals with skeletal and decaying motifs emphasizing mortality.[51] |
| Angry Chair | 1992 | Matt Mahurin | Surreal depiction of isolation and inner turmoil through dream-like sequences.[52] |
| Would? | 1992 | Cameron Crowe, Josh Taft | Directed by the filmmaker known for Singles, tying into the film's soundtrack promotion. Winner of Best Video from a Film at the 1993 MTV VMAs.[53] |
| Rooster | 1993 | Mark Pellington | Features authentic Vietnam War footage and themes inspired by guitarist Jerry Cantrell's father's experiences.[45] |
| What the Hell Have I | 1993 | Rocky Schenck | Industrial-themed performance with repetitive, mechanical imagery.[54] |
| Down in a Hole | 1993 | Nigel Dick | Atmospheric performance video emphasizing emotional isolation.[55] |
| No Excuses | 1994 | Matt Mahurin | Narrative-driven with themes of relationships and avoidance.[56] |
| I Stay Away | 1994 | Nick Donkin | Notable for its innovative claymation (stop-motion animation) style depicting band members as dolls.[57] |
| Grind | 1995 | Rocky Schenck | Abstract visuals focusing on industrial and repetitive motifs.[58] |
| Heaven Beside You | 1996 | Frank Ockenfels 3 | Cinematic performance shots with introspective themes.[59] |
| Again | 1996 | Layne Staley, George Vale | Co-directed by lead singer Layne Staley, marking one of his final video contributions; features intense live-like performance. Nominated for Best Hard Rock Video at the 1996 MTV VMAs.[60] |
| Get Born Again | 1999 | Paul Fedor | Last video featuring Staley; includes haunting, religious iconography.[61] |
| Check My Brain | 2009 | Alexandre Courtès | Post-reunion video with stylized, desert-themed surrealism.[62] |
| A Looking in View | 2009 | Stephen Schuster | Dark, narrative-driven clip exploring introspection.[63] |
| Hollow | 2013 | Robert Schober (Roboshobo) | Features band performance in a dimly lit, echoing space symbolizing emptiness.[64] |
| Stone | 2013 | Robert Schober (Roboshobo) | Companion to "Hollow," with raw, unpolished performance elements.[65] |
| Voices | 2013 | Robert Schober (Roboshobo) | Incorporates archival footage of past influences, including nods to Kurt Cobain and Layne Staley.[66] |
| The One You Know | 2018 | Adam Mason | Part of a sci-fi narrative series tied to the Rainier Fog album; features thriller-style storytelling.[67] |
| Never Fade | 2018 | Adam Mason | Continuation of the The One You Know storyline, blending performance with dark, futuristic visuals.[68] |
| Rainier Fog | 2018 | Peter Darley Miller | Humorous and surreal narrative featuring an anthropomorphic beer bottle, paying tribute to Seattle culture; video released in 2019.[69] |
Music video compilations
Alice in Chains has issued a limited number of compilations aggregating their promotional music videos into home video formats, serving as visual retrospectives of their early career output. These releases transitioned from analog VHS tapes to digital DVDs, often incorporating bonus material such as interviews and behind-the-scenes clips to enhance fan engagement. The band's video collections emphasize their grunge-era aesthetics, featuring conceptual storytelling aligned with themes of addiction, isolation, and introspection prevalent in their lyrics.[70] The flagship compilation, Music Bank: The Videos, was initially released on VHS on October 26, 1999, by Columbia Records, with a DVD edition following on August 28, 2001. This 95-minute collection assembles 13 music videos spanning from 1990 to 1996, covering their debut album Facelift through the self-titled record, including rare versions like the early "We Die Young" filmed at the Art Institute of Seattle and the uncut edition of "Rooster." The DVD version offers stereo and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio options, interactive menus, and a video discography timeline. Bonus features include a KING 5 News documentary on the band's formation, approximately 10 minutes of home video footage from studio sessions, backstage moments, and on-stage performances, plus on-the-road clips providing glimpses into their touring life.[70][71][72] The videos included in Music Bank: The Videos are presented in chronological order, bookended by introductory segments:- KING 5 Documentary (5:13)
- We Die Young (Art Institute of Seattle Version) (2:32)
- We Die Young (4:04)
- Man in the Box (4:32)
- Sea of Sorrow (3:48)
- Would? (3:45)
- Them Bones (3:25)
- Angry Chair (4:25)
- Rooster (Uncut Version) (6:13)
- What the Hell Have I (3:55)
- Down in a Hole (4:40)
- No Excuses (4:20)
- I Stay Away (4:15)
- Again (4:25)