William is solid. Just imagine who he had to replace.. And he is not doing a bad job. On the contrary.. He is doing and amazing job! So give him credits.
Like everyone, I miss Layne, but I'm thankful Jerry Cantrell kept going, kept the band going, and that William was able to do such an outstanding job as a vocalist, in replacing a true legend. The music this band has created with both has touched my heart and soul in so many ways. Thank you for still being there for the broken among us :)
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Eh. I disagree. I respect him. But Alice has never been the same. Layne brought this gritty, visceral, and very real feel to the music. But that's just my opinion. Jerry has stayed true musically for sure though. That's for damn sure, my guy.
Kaleb Metzger he is no Layne Staley but he did earn it honestly from being a back up singer in Jerry’s solo shows to now William Duval does a great job
I agree. He's spent 10 years being "the guy who fills in for Layne" which isnt fair to him because the band has evolved in sound and they make music a little differently. I get that he isn't Layne and it isn't the same music, but I really dig this evolved alice, and will Hammers out on vocals
He's not actually replacing Layne and the sense of trying to imitate him at all. I think he's very good and they just had to find a way to move on which they're doing now with Duvall. Just like Brian Johnson and Bon Scott. Neither one of them can or should be compared to each other because they both had two vocally different sounds, and Brian Johnson just helped carry the torch for AC/DC the same way Duvall is doing for Alice in chains now, and definitely deserves all credit for doing so.
I don't understand the William hate. I grew up worshipping Layne and was extremely skeptical when I heard some William is going to fill in the shoes of the great Layne. I've never been proven more wrong. When A Looking In View was released, I had my jaw dropped how perfectly William assimilated the essential AIC sound. Been a fan ever since. He's doing a phenomenal job. Respect the man.
Not likely. They haven´t been able to induct Joy Division or Thin Lizzy yet they just inducted the kitsch crap rock of Journey and already inducted Green Day
I'm so glad he's got his hair back. I couldn't deal with the dad haircut. As Mike wrote on his guitar during the AIC Unplugged show "friends dont let friends get haircuts" it was directed at Metallica at the time but still applies now lol
I took my 16 year old son to see AIC with William twice and he loves them as much as I do and I’m 51. Thank you William for carrying the torch and helping the band reach a new generation. Proud Pappa moments for sure.
I hate all the complaints about William--he is great --i'm a big fan. He had to fill big shoes and delivered. 3 big albums and night after night performances. Jerry did it right way to find someone who fits in. It takes awhile to find chemistry and God Bless them they did. Be my guest if you can do better and have the same results. Just enjoy them while we can.
@@bubbazanetti1527 you are right. Jerry is the main singer in the new albums. Will does sing live way more than Jerry though because they don't play new stuff as much
The genius behind Alice in Chains has always been Jerry. Layne was the madman that brought the music vocally to a magical level. William brings his own kind of magic to the newer music. Live he sounds so close to Layne it's ghostly. Mike and Sean are the magic carpet that takes the music to an unearthly place. The new album stands musically to 90s AIC . I'm such a fan of the band that my son's name is Layne Cantrell.
They all said they never intended to have someone as a replacement, Laynes unreplaceable. William said he just wanted to carry on his legacy. I've seen them live and he does put on a good show!
Heavy metal riff Jerry with long hair Old classic Jerry's guitar Coming back to the roots Never clicked so fast, great song, great band. Alice in Chains for ever!!!!!! LSMS
This was badass of them, they didn't announce anything, no trailers, no nothing just one day your scrolling around on YT hoping you'll find something worthy and BOOM you see an AIC video you have to click on like your life depended on it and all of a sudden your soul is back at peace realising good rock still exist. There's still hope for humanity.
I'm loving the fact that more fans are FINALLY giving William his just due. Accepting that Layne still lives and breathes in the legacy. The band has continued making phenomenal tunes. That's their job. They've never let me down.
@@AgnosiaAgnosis give it a rest already we all know we miss him too but William Duvall is a awesome singer as well and they're still successful after Layne
Please never stop making music Jerry. The new Alice In Chains sound has been very unique and refreshing since 2009. Still an "one of it's kind" band. Please come to Recife, Brazil!
Throughout the 90's to present day, Alice In Chains are GODS!! They are the pinnacle of grunge and possibly the greatest band to ever exist. Jerry, Layne, M. Inez, M. Starr, Sean, William, thank you all for everything you write for us!
Slow, heavy and catchy. AIC is back to roots. The sound is amazing as always. Layne Staley is headbanging somewhere in the universe. Chris Cornell too...
It seems to me that the bands that never sold out, are the ones that stay true to their roots. Alice in Chains are a testament to this theory. Jerry is as real as it gets, and the reason I've been a fan since day one.
I mean the kinda did sellout. They we're originally hair metally but then switched over to "grunge" just because that's what was popular at the time. They were just following trends.
I really feel like Jerry doesn't get enough credit at all. And I feel like William gets way too much shit, he's done beautifully to help continue with the music. I'm just happy to hear this kind of tune in 2018...
And why? I was a huge GN'R fan until the "reunion", and I've always liked AIC (bought Jerry's two solo albums one being the double CD version, twice the Mad season CD and once The deluxe edition). Jerry rules, but IMHO that new song is not as good as Jerry's solo song for John Wick 2's OST, A job to do).
Listen to this song as if Layne wrote it. It's eerie. "Tell me, does if matter if I'm still here or I'm gone? Shifting to the after, an imposter soldiers on."
Not too many bands make it after the original singer dies or is replaced. AC/DC, Van Halen, and AIC have really proven it can be done. Pretty damned amazing what William Duvall has been able to do. I never thought it would work. I was so wrong.
Clapton Fan ## i think its great that jerry and layne sang most songs together which they both are so great but im glad jerry sang a few with layne backing him up like "heaven beside you" they can put it on the paper that duvall is lead singer but jerry is the madman with the pen,guitar,and front mic ,,,,"Degradation trip" some cold dark face down real shit if ya havnt gave an ear for it give it a look,rock on✌🎵 say goodbye dnt follow🎶
exactly! still all the albums sound different unlike other bands from their Seattle era. Original band for real! I still listen and follow their music since '92
Jerry was singing the "secondary" vocals all along back at the time of Layne. And since he is gone, on the new records, Jerry is the main vocal, not Duvall.
The intro threw me a bit, but then Jerry started singing, and those harmonies came in on the chorus and I was like "yeah, I fucking love this". There may be no Layne, but this still has his spirit coarsing through its viens
Rainer fog is powerful, it has the characteristic riffs that identify the band and that makes it absolutely great because it is still the strength of the band and that is a good omen! I have waited a long time to fulfill my dream of seeing them live. Soon I will travel to Santiago de Chile to sing all their songs! Greetings from Colombia guys!
To be making a song as good as this one how many years latter from when they began is a huge accomplishment. Probably my favorite song of the year so far.
I am pretty certain that this is about aliens / humans among us that know that we are all fucked. I am hoping for the former though. Collecting samples to send back to the Mothership!
Jerry is an underrated guitarist and composer. Then again AIC is still somewhat known in the music scene still today... other amazing bands deserve so much more recognition than what they have (I'm thinking about bands like Devin Townsend or Leprous that I both love to death as well)
I was thinking this exact thing as I was listening to this song. I'm so glad he played a big part vocally when Layne was still alive. He's the reason the band hasn't completely adopted a different sound like some bands do when they replace vocalists. This song even sounds like it could have come out in 1994. Jerry better end up in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Jerry is damn good to his fans. I met him in person back in late 2002 in Seattle. I met Jerry after a Nickelback concert, Jerry Cantrell was doing his own band at that time and were playing before that night. After the concert myself and a NAVY buddy of mine were walking to catch a cab. Out of nowhere we see Jerry who was standing outside a bar on Queen Anne. Jerry was talking to a guy with a woman in a red looking convertible and the drummer was in the back seat. He stopped talking to the guy and took time to autograph a piece of paper I had. I stuck out my hand for a handshake. Jerry did the hand slide instead of a full handshake which was cooler. All I remember was seeing Jerry drive off like a bat out of hell down the street. That memory had to be shared. Jerry unknowingly was real nice and took the time to autograph for two fans who were in the NAVY. In closing, thank you for keeping Alice in Chains alive, fan for life.
Back on DT, Jerry's 2nd solo album, I had the opportunity to talk to him and other members of the band and get them to autograph my jeans. When I was getting Jerry's, on my thigh, I was a little wobbly holding my leg up, balancing with the other, that I started to tip over and grabbed onto Jerry's shoulder of his leather jacket. He was cool with it, laughing. I still remember how wonderful he smelled after showering after the concert before meeting the crowds! Ooh so clean and fresh!
Ian D. I had a similar story Jerry was playing a venue of about 200 called the launch pad in downtown Albuquerque around 97. Me and my brother didn't have tickets so we went behind the bar to see if there was anybody scalping. Jerry and his band came off their tour bus to go Into the gig and came up to us and started talking and shook our hands. Down-to-earth dude and really friendly. He started laughing when I asked him to get us in the gig, and he said we have to go on right now. We ended up getting tics from someone in front of the bar, one of the best shows ever. Thought I would share brother
For how old they are. The fact they lost a man of a generation and was able to make a great replacement. It shows these guys were not mesnt to die out. Growing up in Tacoma( Hour away from Seattle) all my family ever listened to was Alice In Chains.
Cailon Delano NICE!! Yhea Layne my dude... ONLY two times that EVER affected me from a singer passing was Layne and Chris, Scott not to far behind but wasn’t as emotional when he passed! But Laynes death really took me back wasn’t really surprised just VERY disappointed and was actually pissed for two days lol
Agreed. Haven't hated a single song of their's, although Love Song from SAP is one I don't particularly like...but it's more goofing off/filler material than a true "song". That said, they may be the only band I can truly say that I don't really hate anything they've ever done, other than possibly Van Halen.
I love me some Duvall. He is a monster fucking musician and vocalist. Voice blends well with Cantrell also. Thank God we still have some rock bands playing what they love.
Lucid Ending I kept thinking what would it be like to hear him pealing paint off the walls while singing this song. It has a really “Layne-ish” sound to it. 🤘😎
I still think what would it be like if Layne was still around and he didn't die the music he'll come up with will be so fucking amazing it will tear a void in the space time continuum
Alice in Chains have the talent and temperament to survive another three decades, with Jerry at the helm. Heck if the Stones can do it, these alt rock leviathans surely can. Go, you great gravelly guitar gods!!
Going through the comments all I see that people complain about the hatred against William. Those people are gone! No one hates William anymore so stop whining about this non-existent hatred. You're keeping the problem alive!
arv4572 lol you're literally talking shit to someone you don't even know in a RUclips comment section, how do you think your parents would feel about this?
Im one of their biggest fans. I love them with Layne and William. I think Alice's sound is heavier now than in the 90's. Dirt will always be my favorite but their latest songs are heavier sounding. I think that's at least a little change.
Layne is now dead. AIC has evolved. I'm sure Layne would like this newer sound and would have wanted the band to go on. He wasn't selfish expecting the band to break up just because of his death! I love Layne's sound, always will, but let's not discredit the AIC that's coming out these days!
Yesterday's show at Alpharetta, GA was just pure joy. Thank you for bringing this to us! William is just one love, such an awesome performer and a true driver
I'm a little alike You before things had changed Inner compass aligned All this feels rearranged [Chorus] Tell me, does it matter If I'm still here, or I'm gone? Shifting to the after An impostor, I'm not the one you know [Verse 2] I look the same outside Nearly me even though I carry something I hide Underneath the one you know [Chorus] Tell me, does it matter If I'm still here, or I'm gone? Shifting to the after An impostor, soldiers on Are you surprised black water flows From wells run dry? I'm not the one you know Lay me out with flowered guilt Watch the explosions falling Cannot live within this tilt Carryin' over I'm not the one you know [Chorus] Tell me, does it matter If I'm still here, or I'm gone? Shifting to the after An impostor, soldiers on Are you surprised black water flows From wells run dry? I'm not the one you know I'm not the one you know
Alice In Chains will forever be my favorite band, no questions asked. With all the energy and effort they put in their music, they are deserving of a number one slot in someone's mind for their favorite band.
Whether you mean this in a negative way or not, I'll have to disagree with you. Their sound has changed quite some since the early 90's. They've always been 'grungy' but they've slowly shifted their sound to adapt a tad more to current rock music, but at the same time, preserving their signature sound to a great extent.
I disagree. They peaked with Dirt and it's been downhill ever since. I'm not saying their newer material is absolute shit--it's not. But it's nowhere near as inspired and authentic as their first couple of albums. To me this sounds SAFE and low-risk. I'd rather hear them try something really new--even if it failed commercially it would still be better than this drivel.
Now that you put it like that, I see exactly where you're coming from. Dirt is their best album, and I can't argue with that. But there's always gonna be 2 sides of the same coin - people who like seeing traditional-esque AIC, and those who want them to go a slightly different route. Seems that we're a prime example of said sides having a clash of opinions here. I've noticed this as a trend in music fans, specifically rock, in the past decade or so, where different people want more variety out of bands they admire, then those who display disdain toward bands' experimentation. Either way, I can trust that if AiC are gonna experiment with a different approach, I can't expect them to **not** perfect it down to an art. That being said, if they diverge a bit from their grunge route into something more experimental, I'd be cautiously optimistic. But there's absolutely no problem whatsoever with what they're doing now, because they sound fuckin' amazing.
Do you want them to come out with a disco album or even a Kpop album? The fuck do you want? It's rock music pal. SAFE? What is not safe? Tell me these rock bands that do something not safe? ST. Anger wasn't safe.....
I love that AiC adapted their sound after Layne. It's not a completely different band, but rather a new arc. They really dialed into that sludge, groove rock feel.
[Verse 1] I'm a little alike You before things had changed In a compass, I ride All this feels rearranged [Chorus] Tell me, does it matter If I'm still here, or I'm gone? Shifting to the after An impostor, I'm not the one you know [Verse 2] I look the same outside Nearly me even though I carry something I hide Underneath the one you know [Chorus] Tell me, does it matter If I'm still here, or I'm gone? Shifting to the after An impostor, so disowned Are you surprised black water flows From wells run dry? I'm not the one you know [Interlude] [Bridge] Lay me out with our guilt Watch the explosions fall, rain Cannot live within this tilt Carryin' over I'm not the one you know [Chorus] Tell me, does it matter If I'm still here, or I'm gone? Shifting to the after An impostor, so disowned Are you surprised black water flows From wells run dry? I'm not the one you know I'm not the one you know
Awesome job. One thing - it sounds in the chorus like they say "an imposter soldiers on." Either way, thanks for the lyrics! This song is beyond amazing.
I am a massive Layne fan HOWEVER this song kicks ass!!! Truly. Love the vocals, love the arrangement. All the verses, chorus and bridge, Duvals and Cantrells voices go really well together
MelissaBarker no, no Melissa, eargasm is sooooo pre War. My five year old niece has already ditched that. She recommends to you aural snatch lava, apparently all the excessively pre tweens are using it.
Jerry is a terrific song writer, a riff lord and a decent vocalist. Dude is the total package.
*GREAT* vocalist.
Josh Glanz ....I know, decent?
I love Jerry's vocals. I think they are definitely underrated
@@joshglanz THANK YOU💯
Ataberk Yavaş he has an awesome voice
William is solid. Just imagine who he had to replace.. And he is not doing a bad job. On the contrary.. He is doing and amazing job! So give him credits.
IMO William is a better singer than Layne. He's excellent.
@@StreetsOfSonic Dude you´re about to get killed for saying that...
@@StreetsOfSonic ruclips.net/video/WuEsv_Ow0rU/видео.html ;)
@@alvarobarrosso4169 He has his right for an opinion. If he prefers DuVall's voice, so let it be.
Its not a replacement, its continúe the layne legacy, rocking like he wants, make great music so he be proud
Man that riff is so simple, yet so heavy. I love it.
Like everyone, I miss Layne, but I'm thankful Jerry Cantrell kept going, kept the band going, and that William was able to do such an outstanding job as a vocalist, in replacing a true legend. The music this band has created with both has touched my heart and soul in so many ways.
Thank you for still being there for the broken among us :)
Very poetically said.
I'm the same when I'm n my darkness and can't get out.
AIC fuels my strength
🤦♀️
New and old this is my #1 favorite band. Forever!
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I was dumb lost my account password. I would appreciate any help you can give me!
@Graysen Konnor instablaster =)
Yes jerry, it matters that you are still here. Your music has changed all our lives for the better. You matter. We love you
I can agree, Hes a freaking master at writing music.
Been an AiC fan since day one... couldn't agree more!
We love you Jerry. We need you. You are so fucking loved.
Jerry is fucking awesome.
Well said
William Duval really earned his spot in the band
Almost like he has been there the whole time
Eh. I disagree. I respect him. But Alice has never been the same. Layne brought this gritty, visceral, and very real feel to the music. But that's just my opinion. Jerry has stayed true musically for sure though. That's for damn sure, my guy.
Kaleb Metzger he is no Layne Staley but he did earn it honestly from being a back up singer in Jerry’s solo shows to now William Duval does a great job
I agree. He's spent 10 years being "the guy who fills in for Layne" which isnt fair to him because the band has evolved in sound and they make music a little differently. I get that he isn't Layne and it isn't the same music, but I really dig this evolved alice, and will Hammers out on vocals
He's not actually replacing Layne and the sense of trying to imitate him at all. I think he's very good and they just had to find a way to move on which they're doing now with Duvall. Just like Brian Johnson and Bon Scott. Neither one of them can or should be compared to each other because they both had two vocally different sounds, and Brian Johnson just helped carry the torch for AC/DC the same way Duvall is doing for Alice in chains now, and definitely deserves all credit for doing so.
I don't understand the William hate. I grew up worshipping Layne and was extremely skeptical when I heard some William is going to fill in the shoes of the great Layne. I've never been proven more wrong. When A Looking In View was released, I had my jaw dropped how perfectly William assimilated the essential AIC sound.
Been a fan ever since. He's doing a phenomenal job. Respect the man.
Exactly right about that
He might not deserve hate.
But the band has lost its dark undertones. Sobriety will do that.
@@S0RELOSER yeah, even I can't deny that.
everybody makes this big old fuss about Layne but completely ignores Mike Starr while doing it. bunch of assholes.
I sure do respect William. Alice is alive and well and that's all that matters.
World: there is no such thing as perfection.
Jerry Cantrell's guitar tone: hold my fequencies.
SEAN is still Killing it on the drums 😃👍
Bryon Devine
Absolutely! Killer drummer!
Yes he is the #1 underrated drummer of all times
Bryon Devine i love sean
The offset ride sybol in the beginning 😎
Bryon Devine easy drum..
Elect into Hall of Fame. Period
HOF First time induction MUST happen for AIC! If not? Burn the entire hall to the fucking ground, for it truly is meaningless!
AIC doesn't need HOF, HOF needs AIC.
Not likely. They haven´t been able to induct Joy Division or Thin Lizzy yet they just inducted the kitsch crap rock of Journey and already inducted Green Day
Give them time they will.
Induct AIC and SP this year..both deserving
Holy shit this is awesome and Jerry grew his hair back!!
Chief Eddie i said the same thing. He looks odd with short hair
I'm so glad he's got his hair back. I couldn't deal with the dad haircut. As Mike wrote on his guitar during the AIC Unplugged show "friends dont let friends get haircuts" it was directed at Metallica at the time but still applies now lol
I saw them play live almost two years ago and that's what I said when I saw his hair lol.
Chief Eddie hair extensions
Except when you start balding
How can they still sound soooo authentic Alice in Chains...
Jerry
Sean
Mike
For real!
The band was always more than any one member
because theyre alice in chains
Because they have never lost sight of who they are and what they believe in & represent.
Vocals: Furious = 25%
Riffs: Killer = 25%
Bass: Thunderous = 25%
Drums: Chaotic = 25%
Total: 100% KICK ASS SONG!
I took my 16 year old son to see AIC with William twice and he loves them as much as I do and I’m 51. Thank you William for carrying the torch and helping the band reach a new generation. Proud Pappa moments for sure.
I hate all the complaints about William--he is great --i'm a big fan. He had to fill big shoes and delivered. 3 big albums and night after night performances. Jerry did it right way to find someone who fits in. It takes awhile to find chemistry and God Bless them they did. Be my guest if you can do better and have the same results. Just enjoy them while we can.
Amazing. Saw them at Ridgefield last year. Their Ranier Fog album is a masterpiece!
I don't even really notice him. To me, it's just like a continuation of the Jerry Cantrell project.
@@bubbazanetti1527 you are right. Jerry is the main singer in the new albums. Will does sing live way more than Jerry though because they don't play new stuff as much
Mike Kearns I see them July 20th I can’t wait!
Thank you for that buddy, I can't imagine not having the time that I have had with them
The genius behind Alice in Chains has always been Jerry. Layne was the madman that brought the music vocally to a magical level. William brings his own kind of magic to the newer music. Live he sounds so close to Layne it's ghostly. Mike and Sean are the magic carpet that takes the music to an unearthly place. The new album stands musically to 90s AIC . I'm such a fan of the band that my son's name is Layne Cantrell.
Wow!…. Great homage. 💋
They all said they never intended to have someone as a replacement, Laynes unreplaceable. William said he just wanted to carry on his legacy. I've seen them live and he does put on a good show!
Very well put...🤘 AIC is awesome....all forms of it.
man what a perfect comment🤘
Sounds better that Jerry Staley🥓
Heavy metal riff
Jerry with long hair
Old classic Jerry's guitar
Coming back to the roots
Never clicked so fast, great song, great band. Alice in Chains for ever!!!!!! LSMS
Alvaro Bass World actually a new (black) version of Jerry's white "blue dress" he's retired the OG from touring these days, it's on its last legs
Ryan Huddleston I've read some stuff about his gear. Didn't know 'bout that. Cool fact mate!
Layne would be so proud
This was badass of them, they didn't announce anything, no trailers, no nothing just one day your scrolling around on YT hoping you'll find something worthy and BOOM you see an AIC video you have to click on like your life depended on it and all of a sudden your soul is back at peace realising good rock still exist.
There's still hope for humanity.
Mercyful Media - they teased it on social media for almost a week prior. It's an absolutely killer song
Bronson Jones I guess we were all caught up trying to digest APC’s new album that we hardly didn’t notice jajajaja
Now that was an awesome paragraph. Well done, laddie!
fuk ya friend
Well said sir
I'm loving the fact that more fans are FINALLY giving William his just due. Accepting that Layne still lives and breathes in the legacy. The band has continued making phenomenal tunes. That's their job. They've never let me down.
He's great. But I still wish they changed the band name.
Coleman R I see your point
Any AIC fan with half a brain would accept him. He sings lead on about 15% of new stuff. Its really no big deal.
Coleman R If there's no Jerry, there's no AIC. Layne was great but he wasn't the main songwriter.
Ryan King There's a lot out there with less than 50% I guess
What a chorus!
Tell me does it matter, if I’m still here or I’m gone!
I'm more partial to the verses. I LOVE how Jerry sings them!
Jerry Cantrell. Icon. Inspiration. Idol. Pro. Legend. Thank you for doing what you do bro. You saved me.
You know that Alice is back when Jerry comes back with long hair again
this!
I'll know they're back when Layne rises from the dead
@@AgnosiaAgnosis give it a rest already we all know we miss him too but William Duvall is a awesome singer as well and they're still successful after Layne
@hala-madrid bocata.de.jamon.11 he's so bad ..
💪
Please never stop making music Jerry. The new Alice In Chains sound has been very unique and refreshing since 2009. Still an "one of it's kind" band. Please come to Recife, Brazil!
Throughout the 90's to present day, Alice In Chains are GODS!! They are the pinnacle of grunge and possibly the greatest band to ever exist. Jerry, Layne, M. Inez, M. Starr, Sean, William, thank you all for everything you write for us!
Im a 90s kid I know my music
Jerry still writing bad ass songs
My favorite vocal by him. 🔥🔥🔥🔥
No he's not lol
Jerry is the music, the sound, the brain of AIC. Layne was the voice, heart and soul.
@@AgnosiaAgnosis why are you here then lol
@@KingJulien-lm2if because he USED to...
Insane!!! Hard to believe they still have their signature sound after all these years. Just amazing.
Slow, heavy and catchy. AIC is back to roots. The sound is amazing as always. Layne Staley is headbanging somewhere in the universe. Chris Cornell too...
It's a great fucking song that i like better then most songs with Staley as singer
They're all great, but Kinney is something else. My favourite drummer of all time. An absolute master of his craft.
It seems to me that the bands that never sold out, are the ones that stay true to their roots. Alice in Chains are a testament to this theory. Jerry is as real as it gets, and the reason I've been a fan since day one.
Rosco P Coltrane several of there shows on this tour are sold out.
Wintericed Oh. Thanks for correcting my airheadedness in a nice way. I’m not even blonde.😆
I mean the kinda did sellout. They we're originally hair metally but then switched over to "grunge" just because that's what was popular at the time. They were just following trends.
For sure man, you're right
As far as i remember it was only Layne who was in hair metal band before Alice In Chains but i may be wrong.
I will always respect the awesomeness that is Alice in Chains
Jerry is an absolute legend , William kills it ! And Mike and Sean continue to give off the signature AIC kick and grit it deserves , rock on boys 🤘🤘🤘
Starting to look a little like Willie Nelson. Haha.
This song is just as good as some of their old stuff.
Hell no, this song is good, but their old stuff is legendary imo
Old as in Layne Staley era? Hell no!!! William is good, but Layne is on a different level
the return of the monster jerry wah solo. hell yeah.
up
The chorus is beautiful ...
Welcome back, Alice in Chains
lionheart21 they never left
Michael Dine it is their first song since 2013
lionheart21 👍💯🔥
IN CANTRELL WE TRUST!
They never really left.
Whole band still kicking ass. William compliments Jerry’s voice so well.
On repeat...
...until the next single.
AIC is back. Love the sound. Jerry is a true legend and William fits the bill perfectly. Thank you so much for the decades of great music.
I really feel like Jerry doesn't get enough credit at all. And I feel like William gets way too much shit, he's done beautifully to help continue with the music. I'm just happy to hear this kind of tune in 2018...
Such an awesome song. Jerry is the king of great riffs
Didn't expect to see you here
Guns N' Roses Central jerry and jimmy page
And why? I was a huge GN'R fan until the "reunion", and I've always liked AIC (bought Jerry's two solo albums one being the double CD version, twice the Mad season CD and once The deluxe edition). Jerry rules, but IMHO that new song is not as good as Jerry's solo song for John Wick 2's OST, A job to do).
Tony iommi? Of course
You mean kerry king very reign in blood 😂
Listen to this song as if Layne wrote it. It's eerie. "Tell me, does if matter if I'm still here or I'm gone? Shifting to the after, an imposter soldiers on."
Jerry, layne is somewhere off in the ather, proud of you, I'm proud of you, may aic live on forever
Not too many bands make it after the original singer dies or is replaced. AC/DC, Van Halen, and AIC have really proven it can be done. Pretty damned amazing what William Duvall has been able to do. I never thought it would work. I was so wrong.
Clapton Fan ## i think its great that jerry and layne sang most songs together which they both are so great but im glad jerry sang a few with layne backing him up like "heaven beside you" they can put it on the paper that duvall is lead singer but jerry is the madman with the pen,guitar,and front mic ,,,,"Degradation trip" some cold dark face down real shit if ya havnt gave an ear for it give it a look,rock on✌🎵 say goodbye dnt follow🎶
Duvall just sings back up and plays rhythm
exactly! still all the albums sound different unlike other bands from their Seattle era. Original band for real! I still listen and follow their music since '92
In case of Soundgarden, i am sad.
Jerry was singing the "secondary" vocals all along back at the time of Layne. And since he is gone, on the new records, Jerry is the main vocal, not Duvall.
This is powerful. I look forward to the new album
Leidy Gordillo M. Tell me about it!
The intro threw me a bit, but then Jerry started singing, and those harmonies came in on the chorus and I was like "yeah, I fucking love this". There may be no Layne, but this still has his spirit coarsing through its viens
Rainer fog is powerful, it has the characteristic riffs that identify the band and that makes it absolutely great because it is still the strength of the band and that is a good omen!
I have waited a long time to fulfill my dream of seeing them live. Soon I will travel to Santiago de Chile to sing all their songs!
Greetings from Colombia guys!
This is solid Alice in Chains!! The Harmonies, heavy and beautiful
Jerry has long hair again! rocking track, I'm pumped for the new album
Finn Dahuman he just didn't look right without it.
Feels like we waited forever for this and of course, AIC did not disappoint!!! Forever the best.
This is the best song of 2018. In my opinion.
Concordo!
Terry Hardacre I totally agree. I’ve listened to this so many times since first hearing it. The song is killer and the clip is superb. Love it.
...and fuck you Imagine Dragons!!!
Terry Hardacre I agree great song!!
Oh, but they obviously peeked when they where younger. Just like Metallica.
One of their best songs all time
To be making a song as good as this one how many years latter from when they began is a huge accomplishment. Probably my favorite song of the year so far.
Heavy riffs, amazing harmonies, and sci-fi music video. Alice In Chains for life! Killing it as usual gents.
I didn't understand what occurred in the video.
I am pretty certain that this is about aliens / humans among us that know that we are all fucked. I am hoping for the former though. Collecting samples to send back to the Mothership!
Jerry is still underrated as hell
Jerry is underrated singer and Chris Cornell was an underrated guitarist
Jerry is an underrated guitarist and composer. Then again AIC is still somewhat known in the music scene still today... other amazing bands deserve so much more recognition than what they have (I'm thinking about bands like Devin Townsend or Leprous that I both love to death as well)
I was thinking this exact thing as I was listening to this song. I'm so glad he played a big part vocally when Layne was still alive. He's the reason the band hasn't completely adopted a different sound like some bands do when they replace vocalists. This song even sounds like it could have come out in 1994. Jerry better end up in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Tarukaja Devin is extremely underated. Can't wait to hear what he does next.
I always thought he was pretty well respected? If not he bloody well should be!!!
I feel like AIC is the modern day Black Sabbath! Dark and heavy hitting!
I was about to say something similar....and you know...I like this sound theyre still fucking solid
Well said. Because that´s a fact.
It’s funny cause some of their riffs use a similar scale that Tony Iommi used
Or could be a pretty obvious rip-off of the breakdown in Raining Blood by Slayer?
They are timeless
Jerry is damn good to his fans. I met him in person back in late 2002 in Seattle. I met Jerry after a Nickelback concert, Jerry Cantrell was doing his own band at that time and were playing before that night. After the concert myself and a NAVY buddy of mine were walking to catch a cab. Out of nowhere we see Jerry who was standing outside a bar on Queen Anne. Jerry was talking to a guy with a woman in a red looking convertible and the drummer was in the back seat. He stopped talking to the guy and took time to autograph a piece of paper I had. I stuck out my hand for a handshake. Jerry did the hand slide instead of a full handshake which was cooler. All I remember was seeing Jerry drive off like a bat out of hell down the street. That memory had to be shared. Jerry unknowingly was real nice and took the time to autograph for two fans who were in the NAVY. In closing, thank you for keeping Alice in Chains alive, fan for life.
Back on DT, Jerry's 2nd solo album, I had the opportunity to talk to him and other members of the band and get them to autograph my jeans. When I was getting Jerry's, on my thigh, I was a little wobbly holding my leg up, balancing with the other, that I started to tip over and grabbed onto Jerry's shoulder of his leather jacket. He was cool with it, laughing. I still remember how wonderful he smelled after showering after the concert before meeting the crowds! Ooh so clean and fresh!
Ian D. Can I ask you what in theee fuck you were doing at a nickleback concert?
Ian D. I had a similar story Jerry was playing a venue of about 200 called the launch pad in downtown Albuquerque around 97. Me and my brother didn't have tickets so we went behind the bar to see if there was anybody scalping. Jerry and his band came off their tour bus to go Into the gig and came up to us and started talking and shook our hands. Down-to-earth dude and really friendly. He started laughing when I asked him to get us in the gig, and he said we have to go on right now. We ended up getting tics from someone in front of the bar, one of the best shows ever. Thought I would share brother
Dustin Nichols Enjoying good music. You're an idiot if you're gonna hate Nickelback because it's the popular thing to do.
Dude nickleback his pop rock for teenage kids lol. I bet you like Fred durst too
No one comes up with better choruses than Jerry. It sounds so Alice In Chainsy, but new and refreshing. Idk how he does it after all of these years
For how old they are. The fact they lost a man of a generation and was able to make a great replacement. It shows these guys were not mesnt to die out. Growing up in Tacoma( Hour away from Seattle) all my family ever listened to was Alice In Chains.
Jerry is from Tacoma
Cailon Delano NICE!! Yhea Layne my dude... ONLY two times that EVER affected me from a singer passing was Layne and Chris, Scott not to far behind but wasn’t as emotional when he passed! But Laynes death really took me back wasn’t really surprised just VERY disappointed and was actually pissed for two days lol
Still watch Laynes unplugged few times a month and get teary eyed every time!
Not a great replacement he can barley hit any of the notes that layne could thats whats jerrys there for ahah without him this band would be dead
no one can ever replace layne, his voice moved mountains, perfect for grunge
when the chorus kicks in...goosebumps!!!! damn Jerry...you took us back to the Facelift AIC on this one
AIC has never made a song I hated. This song is true to the band's essence once again. Keep up the good work guys! RIP Layne
Motovader72 So true, always wondered how in hell literally ALL their songs are masterpieces
Agreed. Haven't hated a single song of their's, although Love Song from SAP is one I don't particularly like...but it's more goofing off/filler material than a true "song". That said, they may be the only band I can truly say that I don't really hate anything they've ever done, other than possibly Van Halen.
UKSportsFan Yeah that song is a goof for sure. Lol
AiC is one of the most underrated bands ever
I'm happy music like this is still made in 2018
AIC = Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
aic > rock and roll hall of fame
I love me some Duvall. He is a monster fucking musician and vocalist. Voice blends well with Cantrell also. Thank God we still have some rock bands playing what they love.
shawshaynk layne is irreplaceable but duvall is the best possible replacement
Sarcastic Squash DuVall is a great fit, can't think of anyone better for the job.
Duvall.......is that his name? I thought he just went by Lenny Kravitz Jr.
@@sickboy3636 You mean Lenny Kravitz Jr. calls himself William DuVall
It’s very nice to see a guy play guitar and sing these days. That shit just don’t happen nowadays
Great track from AIC. Layne would be proud.
Lucid Ending I kept thinking what would it be like to hear him pealing paint off the walls while singing this song. It has a really “Layne-ish” sound to it. 🤘😎
I still think what would it be like if Layne was still around and he didn't die the music he'll come up with will be so fucking amazing it will tear a void in the space time continuum
@@thedarkforce9596 , it'd wipe out the very fabric of existence!
Alice in Chains have the talent and temperament to survive another three decades, with Jerry at the helm. Heck if the Stones can do it, these alt rock leviathans surely can. Go, you great gravelly guitar gods!!
Going through the comments all I see that people complain about the hatred against William. Those people are gone! No one hates William anymore so stop whining about this non-existent hatred. You're keeping the problem alive!
Jerry with his long hair again!!!! Love Alice in Chains soooo much
Rip Layne
Honestly been listening to a lot of deathcore but AIC never fails to satisfy me lol
Friends don't let friends get friends haircuts
arv4572 lol you're literally talking shit to someone you don't even know in a RUclips comment section, how do you think your parents would feel about this?
arv4572 you're still arguing LMAAAOOO
Crazy how they still sound the same after almost 30 years. Alice In Chains will never die
If it's not broken as they say...
It's called *not evolving*
and if they "evolve" then ppl bitch about the change..lol
Im one of their biggest fans. I love them with Layne and William. I think Alice's sound is heavier now than in the 90's. Dirt will always be my favorite but their latest songs are heavier sounding. I think that's at least a little change.
Jerry Cantrell was and is the brainchild of AIC. Look how this one sounds like the old AIC. This is JAM !
Sounds nothing like the old AiC...
Eddie Garcia
exactly, and that’s how you
know, that layne was the soul
of the band.
Layne is now dead. AIC has evolved. I'm sure Layne would like this newer sound and would have wanted the band to go on. He wasn't selfish expecting the band to break up just because of his death! I love Layne's sound, always will, but let's not discredit the AIC that's coming out these days!
Layne is definitely smiling down at Jerry, and William! William Duvall was definitely the right choice to carry on AIC.
So far this song sounds awesome.
Yesterday's show at Alpharetta, GA was just pure joy. Thank you for bringing this to us! William is just one love, such an awesome performer and a true driver
I'm a little alike
You before things had changed
Inner compass aligned
All this feels rearranged
[Chorus]
Tell me, does it matter
If I'm still here, or I'm gone?
Shifting to the after
An impostor, I'm not the one you know
[Verse 2]
I look the same outside
Nearly me even though
I carry something I hide
Underneath the one you know
[Chorus]
Tell me, does it matter
If I'm still here, or I'm gone?
Shifting to the after
An impostor, soldiers on
Are you surprised black water flows
From wells run dry?
I'm not the one you know
Lay me out with flowered guilt
Watch the explosions falling
Cannot live within this tilt
Carryin' over
I'm not the one you know
[Chorus]
Tell me, does it matter
If I'm still here, or I'm gone?
Shifting to the after
An impostor, soldiers on
Are you surprised black water flows
From wells run dry?
I'm not the one you know
I'm not the one you know
Alice In Chains will forever be my favorite band, no questions asked. With all the energy and effort they put in their music, they are deserving of a number one slot in someone's mind for their favorite band.
Totally agree.
That's me too.
HOW DO THEY STILL SOUND CONSISTENTLY GOOD AFTER NEARLY 30 YEARS
Cause they keep doing the exact same thing every time.
Whether you mean this in a negative way or not, I'll have to disagree with you. Their sound has changed quite some since the early 90's. They've always been 'grungy' but they've slowly shifted their sound to adapt a tad more to current rock music, but at the same time, preserving their signature sound to a great extent.
I disagree. They peaked with Dirt and it's been downhill ever since. I'm not saying their newer material is absolute shit--it's not. But it's nowhere near as inspired and authentic as their first couple of albums. To me this sounds SAFE and low-risk. I'd rather hear them try something really new--even if it failed commercially it would still be better than this drivel.
Now that you put it like that, I see exactly where you're coming from. Dirt is their best album, and I can't argue with that. But there's always gonna be 2 sides of the same coin - people who like seeing traditional-esque AIC, and those who want them to go a slightly different route.
Seems that we're a prime example of said sides having a clash of opinions here.
I've noticed this as a trend in music fans, specifically rock, in the past decade or so, where different people want more variety out of bands they admire, then those who display disdain toward bands' experimentation.
Either way, I can trust that if AiC are gonna experiment with a different approach, I can't expect them to **not** perfect it down to an art. That being said, if they diverge a bit from their grunge route into something more experimental, I'd be cautiously optimistic. But there's absolutely no problem whatsoever with what they're doing now, because they sound fuckin' amazing.
Do you want them to come out with a disco album or even a Kpop album? The fuck do you want? It's rock music pal. SAFE? What is not safe? Tell me these rock bands that do something not safe? ST. Anger wasn't safe.....
This band is one of the best things that’s ever happened to me. AMAZING!!! Different, enjoyable... still alice!
Inner compass aligned
All this feels rearranged
Tell me, does it matter
If I'm still here, or I'm gone?
I woke up this morning and logged on to RUclips, and saw that Alice had released a new song. Immediately my face erupted into a giant joker grin.
MJSpiritual I need the full album. Now!!!
💀. Smiles.
Yeah, this is very good. Can't wait for the lp
I love that AiC adapted their sound after Layne. It's not a completely different band, but rather a new arc. They really dialed into that sludge, groove rock feel.
They really dialed into theft from a 2 piece girl band. They know who I’m talking about.
Can't wait for this album to come out.
I love Layne AIC and post-Layne AIC. Frankly, the last three albums are some of my favorite albums.
Some bands are meant to be heard forever
AWESOME! Real heavy stuff here from a band that just never stops delivering great music!
[Verse 1]
I'm a little alike
You before things had changed
In a compass, I ride
All this feels rearranged
[Chorus]
Tell me, does it matter
If I'm still here, or I'm gone?
Shifting to the after
An impostor, I'm not the one you know
[Verse 2]
I look the same outside
Nearly me even though
I carry something I hide
Underneath the one you know
[Chorus]
Tell me, does it matter
If I'm still here, or I'm gone?
Shifting to the after
An impostor, so disowned
Are you surprised black water flows
From wells run dry?
I'm not the one you know
[Interlude]
[Bridge]
Lay me out with our guilt
Watch the explosions fall, rain
Cannot live within this tilt
Carryin' over
I'm not the one you know
[Chorus]
Tell me, does it matter
If I'm still here, or I'm gone?
Shifting to the after
An impostor, so disowned
Are you surprised black water flows
From wells run dry?
I'm not the one you know
I'm not the one you know
lionheart21 thanks for the lyrics. I think the are great, but I think it’s “An imposter, soldiers on.”
Awesome job. One thing - it sounds in the chorus like they say "an imposter soldiers on." Either way, thanks for the lyrics! This song is beyond amazing.
Thank you!! Awesome lyrics!!
You da real MVP
if you slow it down you can hear he they say "So disowned."
You can clearly tell. Jerry is leading the vocals. He truly has kept Alice alive
This song is the result of Alice in Chains making incredible music. I love the melodic part with the chords after a big and hard riff
The two best comebacks of all time, AC/DC with Brian Johnson, and Alice In Chains 10 years ago with William on board.
Will is a bad man....saw them do Love Hate Love the other night, didn't shy away from it, place went nuts.
Incrível como o Alice in chains nunca perde a essência sombria e pesada do bom e velho rock..AMAZING.
Looking for a concert!!! Can’t wait!
I am a massive Layne fan HOWEVER this song kicks ass!!! Truly. Love the vocals, love the arrangement. All the verses, chorus and bridge, Duvals and Cantrells voices go really well together
Finally, a good reason to be alive in 2018
edgy
How new is this song?
one of the very few bands ill never get tired of
Same here. They never went pussy. No weak album in their catalog. Every record is strong and solid. I respect that a lot!
It does matter that you are still here & not gone
Love this song so much. Jerry’s solo is badass
"Are you surprised black water flows from wells run dry " Very fitting in my life right now. AIC is so badass.
what do you mean mighg be in the same boat so lets see and and paddle down black waters togeather
What does that mean?
@@saturnus2112 and obviously is talking about a relationship that has run its course and is done
Impressed by the continuing maturity of this band. Song hits hard and the video is cryptic enough that I want to watch it again. Come play Montreal!
I love their newer shit. It’s cool to see that these dudes still kicking ass at their age.
Hell YES!!! This is what is called an eargasm!
MelissaBarker no, no Melissa, eargasm is sooooo pre War. My five year old niece has already ditched that. She recommends to you aural snatch lava, apparently all the excessively pre tweens are using it.
Never clicked so fast in RUclips notifcation in my life, Brasil is waiting for you guys to come back... Amazing Song By the way.... worth the wait
Noya Official com certeza esperando novo álbum e show aqui em SP
Noya Official Alice In Chains Yeah Eu sou brasileiro e curto Alice In Chains yeah☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆
Same here... I m waiting for their arrival to Peru
Alice in Chains no Brasil www.abaixoassinado.org/abaixoassinados/38825#inicio
Assinem galera ❤❤
Brasil tem rockeiros ainda
Woke up this morning with the chorus in my head.
Man this album has such unique vibes. One of the best of modern rock.
Oh yes! Dirty and gritty old school AIC coupled with a smooth clean chorus. Love it.