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ALICE IN CHAINS Performs Three New Songs In London; Video Available
- Aug. 6, 2009
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ALICE IN CHAINS debuted three new songs — "A Looking In View", "Acid Bubble" and "Check My Brain" — during a small, intimate gig at London's Scala on August 4, two days after playing the second stage at the METALLICA-headlined inaugural Sonisphere festival at the legendary Knebworth Park, United Kingdom. Fan-filmed video footage of the "Acid Bubble" and "Check My Brain" performances can be viewed below. The band's setlist was as follows: 01. Rain When I Die02. Angry Chair03. Man In The Box04. Them Bones05. Dam That River06. A Looking In View07. We Die Young08. No Excuses09. Down In A Hole10. Sludge Factory11. Acid Bubble12. Again13. It Ain't Like That14. Dirt15. Would?16. Check My Brain17. RoosterALICE IN CHAINS has tapped U2 and WHITE STRIPES video director Alex Courtes to shoot a clip for "Check My Brain", the first single from the band's new album, "Black Gives Way To Blue", which arrives on September 29. Fans and members of the press heard "Black Gives Way To Blue" in its entirety at a private listening party in Los Angeles on July 14, followed by a three-song acoustic set by the band in which it debuted two songs from the album live — the title track and "Your Decision". Although it's been posted online and is not an official single, the recently released ALICE IN CHAINS song "A Looking In View" has already begun climbing the rock radio charts as the first new music released by the group in 14 years. Guitarist Jerry Cantrell told The Pulse of Radio what the track was about. "The song is kind of generally about how easy it is to remain in a bad groove (laughs), you know, remain in a bad rut," he said. "The most difficult and at the same time easy thing is just to step out of it, you know what I mean? It's like being in a cell that you're locked in, with a door that's not locked. That could be anything, you know. It could be any sort of behavioral or thought process that keeps you there and basically keeps you from growing." The group's tour starts on September 4 in Washington D.C.
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COMMENT | RIP Layne Staley
posted by : ELEVEN
8/6/2009 1:23:42 AM
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Looking foreward to the new music, but am thinking that it wont be that great. they should have put it out when what they were doing was relevant. hope new singer is good, but probably wont compare with the origional singer. he was amazeing.
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COMMENT | ELEVEN
posted by : My Secret Circus
8/6/2009 1:41:52 AM
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"Looking foreward to the new music, but am thinking that it wont be that great. they should have put it out when what they were doing was relevant. blah blah blah blah blah blah blah......"
What the hell does that mean.... "When they were relevant"..
Who the hell defines that ..... surely not the charts - that didn't matter even in there hey day.....
The fans maybe ..... we'll let them decide ....
As one - who has seen them live 3 times with William - they kicked arse ...... I saw then with Layne in 93 and even through all his brilliance - he was embarassing that nigh to the point where Sean Kinney left the stage" ...
So lets talk about relevance ......
You hope the singer is good ...... stop hoping ......
Check them out - and judge afterwards ...
This pre-judgement bullshit from people shits me to tears...
"I hope they are / do / don't rah rah rah blah blah "
They are AIC - they can do as they please ... they are doing it when relevant ..... as they feel they are in a good place now to come back and play their music - regardless of what shape / size or form they do it in .......
They are very relevant ... cos in this day and age of bullshit mainstream cock rock and dance - they still whoop the arse of anything that is less than sensational in this twitteresque period of music ......
Relevance - they have that in Spades .....
PS - there's no "E" in Forward or amazing ....
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COMMENT | My setlist (no order)
posted by :
8/6/2009 1:43:09 AM
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1. Grind 2. We Die Young 3. Put You Down 4. Bleed the Freak 5. Again
6. Shame in You 7. Confusion 8. Angry Chair 9. Man in the Box 10.
Dam that River 11. Dirt 12. Iron Gland 13. Rooster 14. Would 15. No Excuses 16. Heaven Beside You 17.Them Bones 18.Stay Away 19.Got Me Wrong 20. Over Now 21. Died
And that's not even including the new songs!
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COMMENT |
posted by : My Secret Circus
8/6/2009 1:44:36 AM
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"their" hey day (I correct myself too !)
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COMMENT | My Secret Circus
posted by : ELEVEN
8/6/2009 2:22:10 AM
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Alice in Chains is no longer relevant to me and alot of people. They made their impact and now have hundreds of bands copying their sound. I still listen to their old albums, a song or two every day. For them to go and release a new album at this point oin their career I see as being pointless. They will not break any new ground and will most likely not even make material that holds up to the old music. When you go see them live do you think that any one will want to hear a new song or rather the classic AIC material? Keep touring with the new singer just play the old material.
I did check out the new singer i think he does an ok layne impression at times and brings his own flavor at others. It sounds good but does not hold up to Layne's vocals.
As far as my punctuation and spelling go, i appologize there is no spell check on this (haha).
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COMMENT | Take a breath!!!
posted by : ICON666
8/6/2009 2:31:20 AM
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Let's pretend, on BM, we are all a little bit intelligent. AIC is the, darkest, best hard rock band to come out since Sabbath. Fathom? They have plenty of relevance as they created new music scenes (love them or hate them...which I mostly hate) which is more than you'll ever accomplish in your own little existence.
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COMMENT | Shawn Perry
posted by : ELEVEN
8/6/2009 2:34:12 AM
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Pretend you are intellegent, because that comment wasn't.
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COMMENT | ELEVEN
posted by : My Secret Circus
8/6/2009 2:44:05 AM
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A Decent reply to my point ....
But - as for "Alice in Chains is no longer relevant to me and alot of people." .... does that mean they stop making music? Does it mean that a new generation may not be interested .... Is it wrong for a group of guys to lay down and give up ...... William may not live up to Laynes' legacy - but I still think the band has relevance ...
As for Recording again - why not ... Everyone knows Jerry has alot to do with the bands overall direction and sound......
I sure as hell will buy it - so even if it is relevant to only one person - I think that's what matters....
Frankly I dont think they expect to reach their old heights -but they still have a pumping heart allowing them to continue playing music ..... and if anyway is interested - it's there to be heard.....
They are not coming out with "We're ere to take over the world" - or wank re the likes of Scott Anthrax Ian or the 2 halves of Fear Factory..
They are just coming out, playing, being modest and saying we're throwing it out there - do with it as you wish .... I think that kind of integrity holds more relevance than old bands living an ongoing soap opera, to even some new bands riding on the coattails of others
I dont think Brian Johnson is an awesome replacement for Bon Scott - but a zillion albums sales and 28 years of continuation make my thought on that somewhat invalid ....
If a band can still plug in, play, and not embarass themselves - there is always relevance .. it may not be everyones cup of tea - but the whole "bury the man / bury the band" direction is a bit of a moot point as far I'm concerned .....
Each to their own I guess. ....... but I don't think Rock has a shelf life, nor is a change of ingredients that much of a backwards step if the integrity is still in place.......
Either way - it's good to have a decent discussion on here anyway .....
T
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COMMENT | Agreed
posted by : ELEVEN
8/6/2009 2:50:54 AM
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I completely agree and as i said before i will probably check it out. If you have the desire to create music then you should I'm sure that that is the main reason behind the new album. Come on Jerry is a fantastic unique musician. I just dont want to see the name get tainted with garbage (not to say that this will be).
Definatly agree with the intelligent conversation remark.
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COMMENT | W O W
posted by : Endless. Nameless.
8/6/2009 2:55:46 AM
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Acid Bubble sounds like an instant classic.
can't wait for the cd
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COMMENT | We'll Eleven...
posted by : ICON666
8/6/2009 3:04:38 AM
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If you wan't to call someone out by their real name... cool. Don't know how you did it, and I don't care! Yes, I am Shawn Perry! The same Shawn Fuckin' Perry singing in a little band called Chinese Democracy...yes, a tribute to G N' R. The same tribute band that is making $$$ while you sit on your ass. Look it up idiot!
myspace.com/chinesedemocracyband
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COMMENT | Also...
posted by : ICON666
8/6/2009 3:22:59 AM
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I have no problem with what you said except the "relevance" factor. IMO, AIC will continue to make great "relevant" music as they have in the past. That's all. Don't get Butt- Hurt!
Etenal Love and Passion,
Shawn F'n Perry
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COMMENT | Um hello
posted by :
8/6/2009 8:36:35 AM
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from 95 to 02 they didnt put anything new because of the singer that everyone thinks was amazing. i love layne and he was great but he is the reason they didnt put anything new out not to mention jerry is the soul behind the band love layne but he didnt want new music out to much
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COMMENT | By the way
posted by :
8/6/2009 8:47:15 AM
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Jerry is the man! Cant wait to see em live and listen to the album
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COMMENT | gimme a break
posted by :
8/6/2009 8:51:01 AM
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New singer...original singer...non-"relevant"... words words words.
Anybody actually enjoying listening music? What I hear sounds good. It's called "Alice In Chains"? Well, that's ok for me. But at the end of the day, it's just music. Feelings.
I think I'm gonna quit reading these threads, because the more I read comments from frustrated guys who will never be so-called rock stars, using words like "non relevant" out of their failed wet-dream to be as talented as the new AIC guy, the more it pisses me off.
People who can't be genuine fans or musicians eventually become rock critics. Pretty pathetic to me. No passion in that.
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COMMENT | ELEVEN
posted by :
8/6/2009 9:01:35 AM
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Is that how old you are? sorry I had to ask.
Oh and your a Jackass.
No reason really it's just that I think your a Jackass.
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COMMENT | Agrred Kill_em_all...
posted by : NoTolerance
8/6/2009 9:41:01 AM
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On every post, he proves your point. Just read through yesterdays threads.
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COMMENT | BTW....
posted by : NoTolerance
8/6/2009 9:44:42 AM
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Bori stop posting videos that have horrible sound. It's a waste of time.
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COMMENT |
posted by : adp22
8/6/2009 10:19:22 AM
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I think both new songs sound great
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COMMENT | Cool..
posted by :
8/6/2009 10:36:14 AM
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The videos have horrible sound, Acid Bubble sounds like shit. I'm sure the song is great. Can't wait to hear it. Layne is gone he has been gone. I praise these guys for picking it up finally and moving on. No one will ever be able to replace Layne but that doesn't mean they have to stop.
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COMMENT | My Secret Circus
posted by : artjunkie
8/6/2009 11:03:33 AM
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Jesus Christ, somebody around here actually fucking gets it! Well stated, my friend. I truly do wonder why 95% of the poster here do not THINK before they put fingers to keyboard. That first post should have stayed as his interior monologue instead of being shared with the masses. Blabbermouth is not the place to post insecurities. Seriously.
To Eleven: how the fuck do you know how relevant Alice in Chains are? Has the album come out yet? Better yet, there are thousands of people watching them live at concerts. We’re all in this thread talking about them. How the fuck are they not relevant today? Seriously. Please THINK with an ounce of intelligence before you type! It’s not that hard. I promise.
Okay, so I read more of the thread, looks like My Secret Circus took some patience with you, but some of your additional comments just got me going again. I’ll just bow out now before saying worse. I’m really not trying to shit on your day, it’s just that I have a major problem with your attitude as a music fan. It’s music, man. Love it and keep an open mind. Judge after you’ve actually seen them live or hear the entire album. If you come back in two months after the album has debut high and the charts (because it will) and say, “well, okay, yes, they are relevant, but it’s still just not for me”, then I will respect that. But this pre-judgment shit only makes you look like an ass as a fan of good music.
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COMMENT | By the way…
posted by : artjunkie
8/6/2009 11:07:37 AM
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To all the douches saying that William Duvall is doing “a good Layne impression”, seriously drop that bullshit. He’s being himself while also paying homage/tribute to the man he replaced. Their voices are different enough yet similar enough that really makes this the reincarnation pretty fucking special.
You will see. If you clear your clutter minds of all your preconceptions for a better…looking in view.
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COMMENT | !!!
posted by :
8/6/2009 11:09:37 AM
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Stop with the fucking relevant thing. what bands are relevant??????
All bands have this period when they sell most albums but that doesnt realy mean they start making worse music or anything its usualy just that younger bands come around and take over. but its starting be like the older bands are making better music and are also better live then the new bands today and i bet this new AIC album will be better then most similar music today no matter how well it sells.
and of course bands stop being something new, they were new and doing something noone had heard in the first 2-3 albums and and then after that they start experimenting and then go back to the old wich most people liked in the beginning.
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COMMENT | Its Just an Opinion Calmm Down
posted by : ELEVEN
8/6/2009 11:27:30 AM
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Listen this is just my opinion, just like you have you opinion. so calm down, all you people are freaking out over nothing.haha
I'm 12 years old now was 11. I'm also an 80 lb girl.
this will probably piss all of you off. Metallica, Megadeath, and slayer all suck hardcore monkey balls.
And i think that you know how i figured out your name as you have since made the changes so that no one can any more.
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COMMENT | frankstallone
posted by : Neil Young's Cocaine Booger
8/6/2009 12:29:04 PM
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You do realize that from 95-02 the other members of the band were battling their drug habits as well, right??????
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COMMENT | Why all the love for Layne?
posted by :
8/6/2009 12:35:54 PM
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As someone said in an earlier post, they did virtually nothing from '95-'02 because Layne Staley would rather be a junkie. They never toured Tripod, because Layne couldn't hang. Going back to late '92 AIC sucked live because Layne and the original bassist were fucking junkies. Each of the three major releases featured more and more harmonies. Why? Because Layne was a fucking junkie and by Tripod he couldn't even hang in the studio.
Layne Staley was one of the dumbest sob's on Earth because he KNEW what heroin would do to him before he tried it for the first time. See his dad was a fucking junkie since Layne was a kid. Layne watched heroin destroy his girlfriend. Layne watched Heroin destroy Andrew Wood. How many of you out there realize that Heroin actually took out the most talented singer to come out of Seattle ever? Not Cobain. Not Staley. Mother Love Bone would have been the biggest thing since Led Zep. But heroin took it away just as they were releasing their major label debut. Layne knew this shit and shot up anyway.
Jerry, Sean and Mike should have replaced him in '96. BTW, the new singer is badass.
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COMMENT | Neil Young
posted by :
8/6/2009 12:43:12 PM
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Actually..... from '95- '02 Jery released and toured two albums, Mike Inez went back to Ozzy's band and did session stuff. Sean also worked.
Now you are right, both Sean and Jerry battled alcohol and are winning right now, but they were never so bad off they could not work.
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COMMENT | one thing you can always be sure of on these Jerry Cantrell Band threads...
posted by :
8/6/2009 12:52:41 PM
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is at least a page or two from artjunkie's book on how to defend & condescend critics of this new Jerry Cantrell Band.
her obsession is funnay.
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COMMENT | i get it!
posted by :
8/6/2009 12:54:06 PM
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Artjunkie is Duvall's groupie.lol
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COMMENT | This lineup is better than the last.
posted by :
8/6/2009 1:12:52 PM
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1.) You've got 4 SOBER guys on stage who are still very much in their prime and love what they are playing.
2.) That's William Duvall's voice. NOT a Layne Staley impression.
3.) Duvall plays one mean fucking guitar so AIC can now have the two guitar sound LIVE that they have on their albums that was never there when Layne was in the band. As a result you get a bigger and better sounding live band.
4.) A Looking in View is an AMAZING song and KILLS anything that's new rock on the radio right now. I can't wait to hear the rest of the album. It will blow pussy bullshit like Seether and Disturbed right the fuck out of the water.
5.) I could continue with lots of other little points but those are the important ones to me. Don't like the new AIC or want to make baseless presumptions based on who is the "better" singer? Go fuck off. Based on live performance, Duvall is clearly the better man. It's too bad what happened to Layne but it is what it is. Deal with it.
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COMMENT |
posted by : RiotAct666
8/6/2009 2:06:17 PM
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1st day buyer
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COMMENT | ^^^Eleven
posted by :
8/6/2009 4:13:36 PM
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"For them to go and release a new album at this point oin their career I see as being pointless. They will not break any new ground and will most likely not even make material that holds up to the old music."
Seeing that you're 12 years old, it may not have been your intention, but you make it sound like you see music as a commodity - if it's not going to have an impact or if it is not going to be as "good" then it's not worth putting out. That's what you're trying to suggest, or it seems like to me. Real fans, whether excited or skeptical of the new album, will not care whether the new album is going to change the world, or sell millions of records, or not.
Music may be a commodity to some, but art to others. Mkay?
I also see that you like "intelligent" conversation. Your age makes a lot of sense with the stuff you've been postin on thread, and congrats, you are making good arguments for someone your age.
One more thing - I understand that you think their old music is brilliant, but I hope that's because you can relate to it, because you have heard their catalogue (every song on Facelift, Dirt, Jar of Flies, Sap, and Tripod) through, and not because your mommy or daddy told you they're good, nor because you own a dinky copy of "greatest hits."
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COMMENT | wow
posted by : MungFace
8/6/2009 6:22:59 PM
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ICON666 your band fucking rocks!!!!!
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COMMENT | Mcman
posted by : MuseumOfFear
8/6/2009 11:40:12 PM
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What he said. I saw them on the Dirt tour, and Layne blew it. I am willing to give them a second chance.
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COMMENT | mcman71
posted by : Neil Young's Cocaine Booger
8/7/2009 1:40:16 AM
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I know.....it just pisses me off that people blame Layne and make Jerry, Sean and Mike out to be saints.
The last time I saw AIC live was 1996 when they opened for KISS's reunion show at Tiger Stadium and the entire band were wasted(to the point the crowd booed them) .
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