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ALICE IN CHAINS: 'Black Gives Way To Blue' Artwork Unveiled
- Aug. 12, 2009
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The cover artwork for "Black Gives Way To Blue", the highly anticipated new album from ALICE IN CHAINS, can be viewed below. "Black Gives Way To Blue" is ALICE IN CHAINS' first new studio release in more than 10 years. The quartet (guitarist/vocalist Jerry Cantrell, drummer Sean Kinney, bassist Mike Inez and guitarist/vocalist William DuVall) recorded the album with producer Nick Raskulinecz ( RUSH, FOO FIGHTERS) at Studio 606 in Northridge, CA and Henson Studios in Hollywood. The track listing for the CD is as follows: 01. All Secrets Known02. Check My Brain03. Last Of My Kind04. Your Decision05. A Looking In View06. When The Sun Rose Again07. Acid Bubble08. Lessons Learned09. Take Her Out10. Private Hell11. Black Gives Way To BlueA 30-second audio sample of "Check My Brain" — the first single from "Black Gives Way To Blue" — can be streamed at Amazon.com. It is also available in the YouTube clip below. ALICE IN CHAINS has tapped U2 and WHITE STRIPES video director Alex Courtes to shoot a clip for "Check My Brain". Among the many highlights on "Black Gives Way To Blue" is a special guest performance by Elton John. The two rock legends collaborated on the album's stunning title track, "Black Gives Way To Blue", a heart-stirring tribute to ALICE IN CHAINS' late lead singer Layne Staley. The album arrives in stores 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". On August 22, band will join TOOL and LINKIN PARK for the first-ever Epicenter show at the Fairplex in Pomona, CA, to be followed by a headlining tour set to kick off September 4 at the 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C. 
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COMMENT | BOOM!
posted by :
8/12/2009 3:43:03 PM
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like clock work.
props blabbermouth/roadrunner.lol
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COMMENT | OMG!
posted by :
8/12/2009 3:44:15 PM
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is that Layne's heart?
/nauseated
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COMMENT | mcman71
posted by :
8/12/2009 3:46:41 PM
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stay tuned here.
you'll get another 5 second snippet soon enough.
by nightfall you should be able to string 'em all together.
it's gonna be EPIC i tell ya!
lol.
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COMMENT | Can't wait!
posted by :
8/12/2009 3:55:28 PM
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Saw these guys at Rock on the Range in May, saw them again last month in Detroit, and seeing them next month in Dayton. I don't think I've ever been more excited for a CD release ever. This shit is going to be a classic!
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COMMENT | RoadRunner executives to Bori(Blabbermouth)...
posted by :
8/12/2009 3:56:20 PM
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"we want Alice in Chains" articles on every first page. at least one, but more than that will get you more bonuses. put that shit on an auto-timer if you have to. when one drops to the 2nd page, there'd better be a new one popping up on the 1st."
lol
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COMMENT |
posted by :
8/12/2009 3:57:10 PM
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Really loonking forward to this one. A classic this album will be.
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COMMENT |
posted by : pinpals
8/12/2009 3:58:15 PM
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I'm stoked about this album but that artwork is pretty lame.
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COMMENT | i agree pinpals
posted by : stonecoldmetal
8/12/2009 4:07:28 PM
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can't wait for the album, i'll be a first day buyer, the artwork kinda sucks, but who cares? it really doesn't matter, most jerkoffs will illegally download it anyway. if you want cool album artwork go pickup the new clutch or mastodon albums.
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posted by : jaysus
8/12/2009 4:09:44 PM
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reminds me somewhat of 36crazyfists ''a snowcapped romance and a bit of killswitch engage ''the end of heartache'' damn i wish they had the old school alice in chains logo on it like they do on the singles artwork!!
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COMMENT | WOW!!!!
posted by : iron_maiden_fan
8/12/2009 4:22:32 PM
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William DuVall sounds PRECISELY, EXACTLY like Layne Staley! I CAN NOT tell the difference!
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COMMENT |
posted by : TheEagle
8/12/2009 4:23:48 PM
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The artwork is pretty generic and, like posters above me, I miss those great covers we had in the past. Most bands have merch looking better than their album covers these days... weird.
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COMMENT | Already
posted by : vanbasten6247
8/12/2009 4:37:23 PM
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pre-ordered on vinyl via Amazon, YES! I guess I like the artwork (there are a lot worse out there,) kind of suggestive. This is torture, wait until sep. 29, what else can we do? Listen to their previous albums, on vinyl too, oh that's a sweet thing to do in the meanwhile! I've been listening also Boggy Depot; nice work! Countdown......
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COMMENT |
posted by :
8/12/2009 4:38:47 PM
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Weak cover art. Looks like a BFMV cover
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COMMENT | Major props to Bori
posted by :
8/12/2009 4:40:45 PM
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Always first with news about AIC and many other bands.
I like the heart but I would also prefer the classic "AIC" font like the one used on their new singles.
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COMMENT |
posted by : evilinvader88
8/12/2009 4:46:08 PM
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Well I'm surprised you guys are making a big deal over the cover art. Their artwork hasn't been anything special in the past. Sure they're pretty cool, but so is this one. Did you want them to pull off some Ed Repka shit? I think this cover is pretty cool. I really like the blue they used. It reminds me of Gojiras cover 'The Way Of All Flesh'.
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COMMENT | Pinpals
posted by : artjunkie
8/12/2009 4:55:57 PM
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No, pretty sure it’s just: you’re pretty lame
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COMMENT | ..
posted by :
8/12/2009 4:58:35 PM
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that's a pretty generic cover right there. I guess i was expecting much more. And where's the classic AIC font..? The cover for "Check My Brain" single is better (imo)
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COMMENT | I'm kinda mixed
posted by :
8/12/2009 5:03:10 PM
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on the artwork.
Im starting to hope that the album will live up to 3 months worth of hype. I know it's AIC, but these days I am disappointed more often than not.
Either way, I respect these guys enough to buy the album instead of downloading.
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COMMENT | detective rosanegra
posted by : zbtrocker
8/12/2009 5:19:10 PM
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The funny thing is that when Jerry Cantrell released Boggy Depot he said the same thing about album artwork!
Either way, if what we've heard is any indication, this album will rule.
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COMMENT | artwork
posted by :
8/12/2009 5:21:27 PM
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looks more like the title should be
"blood from a stone" or"my heart is dried up dog doo"
but I know this album will be incredible.
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COMMENT | Cool..
posted by :
8/12/2009 5:28:53 PM
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Music straight from the heart, just wish they would have used the logo. Check My Brain sounds like classic Alice. This will be a great album.
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COMMENT | where's the classic AIC font..?
posted by : mastronaut
8/12/2009 5:35:32 PM
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Godsmack has all rights to the AIC logos and fonts. Statute of limitations....
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COMMENT | AIC
posted by :
8/12/2009 6:51:30 PM
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Alice has not been known for awesome album covers in the past... other than "Dirt" most were quite lame so who cares.
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COMMENT |
posted by :
8/12/2009 7:33:37 PM
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I never thought the band to make Elton John edgy again would be Alice In Chains.
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COMMENT | curious
posted by :
8/12/2009 7:55:01 PM
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i'm thinking maybe the heart symbolizes that layne still lives on through their music or something. basically a very proud tribute in my eyes, this album will OWN big time!
what i'm curious about is that on wikipedia it says that the album has been leaked but i can't find it anywhere, so i was wondering if anyone else knows more than me? not that this will keep me from getting the actual album, i thank and give much respect to these guys. i'm just so excited, that's all :]
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COMMENT | Can't wait.....
posted by : RiotAct666
8/12/2009 8:34:31 PM
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New AIC album will be awesome no doubt.
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COMMENT | Willie Nelson's G-String
posted by : zbtrocker
8/12/2009 9:17:35 PM
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is ignorant.
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COMMENT | He IS Legend, It HATES You Artwork
posted by :
8/12/2009 10:12:05 PM
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wow.... that is the dumbest gayest cover ever.
a gay cover for a gay album.
The new AIC is going to own.
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COMMENT | meh
posted by : MungFace
8/12/2009 11:52:07 PM
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not very interesting cover, but i can't fucking wait for this album
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COMMENT | .
posted by : Blackenistheyend
8/13/2009 12:43:52 AM
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i want this shit now
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COMMENT | Mad Season
posted by :
8/13/2009 2:33:58 AM
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FTW
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COMMENT |
posted by : juanneman
8/13/2009 7:46:18 AM
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Music is what matters, and I cannot wait to have this CD on my hands!!!!!
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COMMENT | Willie Nelson's Gstring
posted by :
8/13/2009 11:07:44 AM
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Dude...chill. Dissin Jerry is one thing, but Layne's mom?! What the hell is wrong with you. She lost her son! Do you have kids, do you know the bond between a parent and a child! She went through the absolute worst thing you can put a parent through and your going to claim that she is makin' a cash grab. If you have pent up anger issues, seek professional help, don't rant on someone who you never met and have no real knowledge of. As a parent I find your words to be hurtful and ignorant.
Also I like the artwork, I like simplicity. I'm sure they put the logo and font inside thier somewhere. I think whoever said this may be one of Layne's drawings might be on to something.
Spread the love people, let go of the hate.
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