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Alice in Chains

Giants of the '90s grunge scene who epitomized the heavy Seattle sound and distinguished themselves via their roots in uncompromising heavy metal.
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  • The Essential Alice in Chains
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  • Facelift
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    Facelift
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  • Rainier Fog
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  • Dirt
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    Dirt
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Alice in Chains
photo credit: James Minchin

Alice in Chains - Artist Details

Active

1980s - 2020s

Formed

1987 in Seattle, WA

Genre

Pop/Rock

Styles

Alternative Metal Grunge Hard Rock Heavy Metal Alternative/Indie Rock Alternative Pop/Rock

Also Known As

AIC

Group Members

Jerry Cantrell Sean Kinney Layne Staley Mike Inez Mike Starr William DuVall
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