He was untouchable at this point in his career. Nobody and i mean nobody had his range and power. He hits every note absolutely spot on. All of these sound better than the studio version. Such a shame heroin took him. Easily one of the best vocalists of all time and the best vocalist in the grunge era.
can we take a moment to appreciate what perfection on stage looks like, no fancy effects or clothes, just 4 guys, masters in their craft... gives me chills...
To this day Layne has been blackballed by the music industry. The year he died the music award shows excluded him from the ending tributes to musicians who had passed that year. He was a phenomenal talent and because of the issues that plagued him throughout his life (and ultimately ended up being the longest suicide in history) he was swept under the rug. Yes Kurt was just as talented and even shared the same issues as Layne, but history paints these individuals in separate lights. Layne became (re)addicted following an injury. It was how he coped with the silver tongued industry. Such a similar story these days, yet no one wants to give Layne the respect he deserves officially. Never forget the lengendary Layne Staley.
I'd rarely seen my dad cry, Jimi Hendrix, and Andrew Wood were two other times. My dad is 73 now and I recently played some of Layne's isolated vocals for him. We both agreed that it was one of the most moving experiences either of us had ever had. He's in late stage Parkinson's but for decades we were concert partners seeing over 600 shows together. My dad is the greatest father the world has ever known and although Parkinson's takes and takes until there's nothing left to take, we definitely LIVED.
@@KinoRunner_ thanks love, as a matter of fact we did more isolated vocals last week...we chose The Scorpions! Jesus tits it was beyond the beyond. Because unlike all other band's multiple back up singing or at least moments of harmonizing, Klaus Meine does ALL the vocals in The Scorpions, no one else utters a sound. "No One Like You" "Still Loving You" "The Zoo" & "Make it Real Not Fantasy" we played and his voice is unreal.
I listened to down in a hole during my withdrawal period in rehab on loop. It’s like he was there singing right to me. 15 years on opiates, with my last 2 shooting Fent. Clean now on Subs.
@@somerandomname5981 I keep lowering them. I was on 3 8mg at first. 1 a day now sometimes skipping a day and doing 4mg. I went down to 2 mg and went back after 2 days of stopping. A little too early for that. Keep it up man, I’m trying to get there too. I hate taking them because there’s no reward like drugs. Lol
He also has a little 'march' that he can do to avoid tripping on whatever is on the floor that is better than anything any marching band ever has ever dine
@@luiznunes1404 Exactly! He was better than the rest in his genre and time despite multiple addictions and even without most of his teeth. It sucks heroin got him by the balls and he couldn't make it out alive. His music speaks to many. It definitely did for me. I hit my 5 years in Oct 💚
Jerry and Layne are both highly talented songwriters. Layne's voice...we'll never hear the likes of a voice like that again. The band as a whole, we'll never hear chemistry like that again. This band's music is the best thing about the entire 90's.
Most ppl praise the MTV unplugged video. What most ppl dont realize is by the time they recorded Unplugged, Layne was in the depths of his addiction and had already lost most if not all of his teeth. Layne had final say on the editing of the footage. He did not allow close ups of his mouth and edited out shots of him seemingly asleep between verses. While I do agree that AIC Unplugged is historic I can only imagine how magnificent it would have been if his voice was as powerful as it is in this video and having all of his teeth. In Unplugged you can see Layne struggle to make the powerful vocals as he did in this Bleed the Freak taping.
@@sasha219 you can also tell with the sunglasses. He wore them so people wouldn't see how bad heroin made his eyes look. Same thing for the rooster video
This version is sooooo much better then the studio version,,,that take a lot of talent. The way Layne and Jerry’s voices go together is just so🖤🖤🖤 RIP Layne
Layne would have been insulted if he had been because he is an artist with a message that most would deem as subversive, when his message was true brilliance!
@Jerry Cantrell thanks. If you are who you claim to be, can you answer a question? Mark Lanagan described in his book how you both got wasted and ended up crashing at his place. You asked to borrow something from his collection and never returned it.... what was it?
Chill bumps... that is what a performance like this creates. Chill bumps. I once heard a person describe AIC music as hauntingly beautiful. Absolutely perfect description.
Easily best two voices that harmonize such a privilege to be able to experience this in my childhood and adolescence the nineties were an amazing time for this music so much talent idk that anyone will ever touch AIC but I just know the music takes me back I wanna go back
Layne is by far the best vocalist of the “big 4” of grunge. Beyond that he is still one of the best vocalists I’ve ever heard. He still hit the notes and put in great performances no matter what his condition. Now that’s talent.
Chris Cornell's range is C#2-G6, Layne Staley's range is G1-D7, he did those notes live too, he hit D7 when he killed himself, Chris Cornell's range is literally contained in Layne's range. However, Cornell only reaches 4 octaves in one song: th-cam.com/video/gh20q3Dx8RI/w-d-xo.html Singing professionals have said that Cornell never used his full chest and head singing strength, because if he did, he could perhaps hit more notes, being a baritone he had a lot of technique to go up and down the pitch, without sounding like a little girl. Besides, on Soundgarden's B-side records, Cornell had VOLUME, EXTENSION, DEPTH AND REACH so much after so many years he admits he couldn't reach all the octaves, due to aging and lifestyle, but he was the GREATEST singer of the 90s. Layne might be close, Cornell was IMBATIBLE.
It is really a toss up between Cornell and Layne, both amazing just depends on whose style you enjoy more, I can't chose myself who was better, depending on my mood I could say either is better, still no use in comparing, love both bands and choosing a favorite would be pointless when I can listen to both
@@tomzeru Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains, they are just the 4 most commercially successful grunge bands, all are great but pretty different even though they inhabit the same genre, Alice in Chains and Nirvana are probably the easiest to get into because they have the least amount of records then you have Soundgarden which doesn't also have many records but they do have a bit more than thise other 2 and then you have Pearl Jam which still exist as a band and are still actively making music, my personal favorites of the 4 are either Soundgarden or Alice in chains but all of them have great music and you really can't go wrong with any of them.
Each time I am watching a clip or listening to an AIC song I always say to myself "the next one is gonna be the last one". Three hours later, I am still here...
Probably my favorite, but hard to go against Chris Cornell being “the best”. I was actually just thinking this morning if I was given the impossible to decision to still be able to see one of them live, who I’d choose
@@b_collins7846 That it does. Got to see Scott Wylan/STP in Philly about 10 years ago and it was incredible. Pretty sad that all these greats are gone now, and so many pretty recently. Wish I made more of an effort to see Chris live. I’m sure it would have been amazing.
After all these years Layne’s voice still gives me goosebumps. There will never be another like him. Sadly, I don’t think he ever fully grasped just how amazingly gifted he was.
Unfortunately most talented people don't see themselves as others do, and sadly for us most of them have their demons! You don't get to greatness without wading in the filth first and being very introspective!
I don't agree. He was aware. But his addiction made him not care about it. A dope fiend only cares about one thing! I love AiC especially Layne, just saying.
I couldn't agree with you more my absolute favorite singer of all time somehow better than the best of the best Layne was a phenomenon,a freak of nature, unmatched,amazing, & super unique all rolled up into one! And if you check it out he nailed his vocals every time.
At 47 I often find myself troubled w many similarities. Sp?? When you've got nobody to lift you or promote you, you will always never know your true potential. Love and unity.
The echo oh his voice starting at 2:35 gives me chills. His mic skills and talent at that time in history were untouched. He was bulletproof nobody could do better
*Achievement Unlocked: **_'Captain Obvious!'_* New questions available. Riddle me this, Boy-Grunger: (1) Sure, Layne's voice was TOTAL FUCKIN' GODHEAD: But *_did he have wits?!_* (2) If he could (obviously a rhetorical question, because...yeah, anyway) *_WOULD YOU?_* HINT: Before answering, try to see it once his way. (Flippancy aside, I hope the answer is no). (3) *_Can Layne be like God am ('God of all his Goddam'?)_* (4) *_What is the punishment for scorning Layne Stayley's (Imaginary / Song NPC) 'lover':_* (a) Being *_BURIED IN A BOX OF YOUR OWN SHIT (AKA A 'SHITBOX')?_* (b) A dead leg (courtesy of Satan) (c) Kicking your own teeth in, then being buried alive in a hole, covered (helpfully) with stones. (d) Gratuitous, massive trauma & loss of sight (and the eye) in one eye; again, courtesy of Satan. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you answer all of the above correctly, when you die and face Crom, he will ask you THE RIDDLE OF METAL. And, Barbarian, you shall answer correctly, thus securing your place in Valhalla! Right next to Rick Astley (sorry, Valhalla's almost sold out). Okay I gotta get back to trolling newbs in Trollheim. Cheers, Brian Maiden, PHd _(Inventor of Speed-Metal, 1974)_
I turn to this video when I want to remember Layne as he should be: at the height of his powers, so vibrant and strong. This live version of Bleed the Freak is better then the album version. One of the few bands that have this ability. Love you Layne, love you Mike.
You can say the same with many other songs of their’s, not just this one. Rooster @ Tilburg demolishes the studio recording. MITB @ ABC concert is amazing, but the version performed in Osaka is like a revamped, uptempo edit. Forgot the name of the concert, pretty sure it was in ‘93, they performed for about 25 min only and opened with Nutshell and THAT version might be, in my opinion, one of the best of that song. Down In A Hole unplugged outdoes the studio recording etc etc Great in the studio, but they really shine during live performances.
Craziest most underrated live performance in my personal opinion Jerry absolutely shreds his solo... as Layne walks off stage which is badass mid performance... Sean Kinney stands up then giving almost a sarcastic cymbal rip himself...Then Layne comes back and gives again in my opinion the craziest pitch I have ever heard in anyone’s voice ever...
Layne's voice good lord...I am heartbroken I will never be able to experience it live but am grateful for videos such as this. That pure talent ...no one will ever touch him.
Chris Cornell's range is C#2-G6, Layne Staley's range is G1-D7, he did those notes live too, he hit D7 when he killed himself, Chris Cornell's range is literally contained in Layne's range. However, Cornell only reaches 4 octaves in one song: th-cam.com/video/gh20q3Dx8RI/w-d-xo.html&pp=ygUQYmV5b25kIHRoZSB3ZWxsIA%3D%3D Singing professionals have said that Cornell never used his full chest and head singing strength, because if he did, he could perhaps hit more notes, being a baritone he had a lot of technique to go up and down the pitch, without sounding like a little girl. Besides, on Soundgarden's B-side records, Cornell had VOLUME, EXTENSION, DEPTH AND REACH so much after so many years he admits he couldn't reach all the octaves, due to aging and lifestyle, but he was the GREATEST singer of the 90s. Layne might be close, Cornell was IMBATIBLE.
Chris Cornell's range is C#2-G6, Layne Staley's range is G1-D7, he did those notes live too, he hit D7 when he killed himself, Chris Cornell's range is literally contained in Layne's range. However, Cornell only reaches 4 octaves in one song: th-cam.com/video/gh20q3Dx8RI/w-d-xo.html&pp=ygUQYmV5b25kIHRoZSB3ZWxsIA%3D%3D Singing professionals have said that Cornell never used his full chest and head singing strength, because if he did, he could perhaps hit more notes, being a baritone he had a lot of technique to go up and down the pitch, without sounding like a little girl. Besides, on Soundgarden's B-side records, Cornell had VOLUME, EXTENSION, DEPTH AND REACH so much after so many years he admits he couldn't reach all the octaves, due to aging and lifestyle, but he was the GREATEST singer of the 90s. Layne might be close, Cornell was IMBATIBLE.
It’s unreal to think that Layne was an actual person. He was the closest thing to a fallen angel the world will ever see. And Jerry’s guitar is so perfect for Layne and Layne is perfect for jerry. Saying they were meant to be a duo is and understatement. Rip to the fallen angel of grunge
Even at Layne's worst he could out do everyone. What a voice, what a presence he had. I love Jerry on guitar he made this band special the way the two of them would harmonize. Chills
@Bob Juff He chose to do it tho , Homie knew the cost . The song "would " is pretty much saying " I know i fucked up , but you wont ever understand " made for andrew and shit i know . But homie fucking played with fire and he knew it ,Can't cry wolf when the only one harming yourself is you , I'd rather have him here alive today then all these beautiful sad songs , It's a fucking shame because the mother fucker knew better . but that's a junkie for you .
And to think this was a full FIVE YEARS before the legendary “Unplugged” performance. They were a true powerhouse. That small window of silence at 0:40 before they burst into the chorus together is chilling.
I don't know about ever? Just because their have been lots of singers that were great, but he does belong in the group of greatest singers ever to sing.
@@Lily-gs9ivpersonally Layne’s power puts him well above Chris, IMO. I love both, and would take either one over Kurt Cobain, but Chris sang using mixed voice. Although it sounded GREAT and he had an amazing range, and a STRONG mixed voice, Layne sang all of this in chest voice. If you don’t know singing terminology that may mean nothing to you, but basically… it’s physically impossible for 99% of singers to replicate what Layne did. You can tell it’s true when you hear other bands try to cover songs like “Would” and “Man in the Box”. They strain and still can’t hit those notes. A lot of songs have higher vocal notes than Bb4 (the high note in Man in The Box and Would?), but very few male singers can get that high in their chest voice. If they can REACH that note, it’s nowhere near as powerful as when Layne did it. He was just another breed. RIP to all the grunge legends🕊️💙
I saw them open for Van Halen in Sacramento in 91. During Man in the Box, Eddie Van Halen was standing on the side of the stage headbanging and playing alongside Jerry. Im 63 now and the concert crew we had is a bit thinner, but were out there every chance we get.
I was fortunate enough to live in Western Washington during the grunge heyday. Saw these fellas live twice. They're incomparable. The harmonies alone set them miles apart from their contemporaries. RIP Layne. Your loss devastated us.
People must understand that even though Layne's vocals are phenomenal, the unique sound of AIC was the combination of both Layne and Cantrell's voices on the choruses. Layne on his own is un matched as we hear on the Mad Season Songs and other projects Layne participated on.. But the true AIC sound is the combination of Layne and Cantrell, a sound we will never again get no matter which singer AIC gets. That haunting, but heavenly AIC sound will only exist in history...
You are right. OG AIC vocal sound wasnt just Layne but Cantrell too. Their music/melodies were truly collaborated between them all. In AIC Layne had the power vocals. His sound exploded out of his chest. In Mad Season you can hear the transition to more of a head voice with a more gentle sound. Some have speculated that after years of abuse he could no longer make those powerful chest sounds we all love. He was obviously weaker while in Mad Season but he was also finding his voice without Cantrell. As AIC has been reborn with William the collaborated vocals with Cantrell, while still encompassing the Cantrell sound and is great, the "it" factor just seems a bit off. Maybe they should have dropped the AIC name...idk. Just wonder what else Staley would have given us. No hate just love. Its hard to pick up the pieces and even harder when it gets thrown in your face even 20 years after the fact
??? He's widely regarded as one of the greatest singers and front men of not only the entire grunge era but in all of rock music. Even among his peers he was regarded as the best of the best with the most distinctive and powerful voices anyone ever heard. There isn't a best of list that he isn't at or near the very top of and when you ask anyone from the grunge era (myself included) to name the one person from that era who most defined that era we're nearly all going to name Layne (even over Kurt).
Layne Staley the best there was and the best there ever will be !! His voice at 60 or 70% was better than most at 100 %!! Bless his heart man so sad that he went the way he did !! RIP Layne !!
He looks so haunting at 0:35 and I love this performance true rock stars Layne and the way Jerry’s presence is awesome he’s rocking out . This is what we need in our generation at least one band that can bring rock back to life as it died long ago 😢
He died the week after I discovered his music. I remember sitting in my friend's bedroom with a group of people who were too stunned to cry. I'll never forget it, or him. I wish he was still alive in more than his music.
Layne is and always will be the best vocalist in any genre. Jerry is the riff lord and blends blues and metal better than anyone. Their vocal harmonization is phenomenal. AIC until I die!
God damn that scream near the end when he says "bleed for me" gives me chills. Layne man what can you say....dude was a vocal savage. To do that scream an then immediately jump into the chorus....One of the greats, plain an simple
It's not really a scream... He can control his voice so well It may sound like a scream but its not. Its kind of hard to describe it. Its like the perfect yell I guess. A scream is a yell that went to high pitch. Its pretty impressive that he can yell that high and not scream.
Chris Cornell's range is C#2-G6, Layne Staley's range is G1-D7, he did those notes live too, he hit D7 when he killed himself, Chris Cornell's range is literally contained in Layne's range. However, Cornell only reaches 4 octaves in one song: th-cam.com/video/gh20q3Dx8RI/w-d-xo.html Singing professionals have said that Cornell never used his full chest and head singing strength, because if he did, he could perhaps hit more notes, being a baritone he had a lot of technique to go up and down the pitch, without sounding like a little girl. Besides, on Soundgarden's B-side records, Cornell had VOLUME, EXTENSION, DEPTH AND REACH so much after so many years he admits he couldn't reach all the octaves, due to aging and lifestyle, but he was the GREATEST singer of the 90s. Layne might be close, Cornell was IMBATIBLE.
@@A31Chris And did you notice how the audio was fixed in the last verse chorus, just yesterday or the day before , where one of Layne's words was overdubbed for just a split second, in such a noticeable way? The word 'F*CK' and all derivitives of, are among the most potent of all words in and out of existence. Editing via sound equipment is very, very, wrong! If I was an artist and that was done to me, I would have a cow and never let it go!--not ever. I would be screaming, crying, and throwing things around...And I would be out to get the sound nem and record companies--i would never get over it until I got revenge/cause strife in any way I could, perhaps via trickery...
@@rosekittygraykittyjackkitt9676 My biggest bitch is the break of the continuity. I hated all those years they censored the video to black hole sun. Only recently (last few years) has the original version come out.
Some people in the 90s simply weren't into this type of music, or didn't know AIC. AIC was especially HUGE then with fans in their teens & 20s, so don't feel bad :) . If you haven't heard this '93 performance on YT yet of "Rain When I Die", here ya go! It showcases Layne Staley's vocals, & I think this song doesn't get as much recognition as it deserves. th-cam.com/video/EgMZAcHu3ZU/w-d-xo.html
Layne died 19 years ago today, I started getting into Alice in Chains last year and they are now personally one of my favorite bands and Layne one of my personally favorite singers. RIP Layne you were one of the greatest singers to ever live, I wish you were still making music and making us smile.
I started listening to Alice in Chains last month 😅 Now it's one of my favourite bands and Layne is one of the better vocals I've listened 😮 I was a child in 90's. Sad that he's not here anymore 😰💔
Today is 20. I've been a fan since 90 when I was introduced. I named my son Jameson layne in honor. Unfortunately he was premature and passed so I carry his name on my leg in both of their honor!
Great to see so many new fans! I personally started listening to Alice in Chains when I was 12-13 because of my parents. I'm not 29 and it's my absolute favorite band still. By the way, please check out Mad Season, which was a band Layne was in with some guys from Pearl jam and Screaming Trees. You will be amazed for sure ; )
Oh yes.....These songs have gotten me through very dark experiences. It's sad in knowing fellows like Shannon, Kurt, Scott, Andrew and Layne couldn't. Solace in knowing they couldn't Fight The Good Fight. To pull yourself out of it, be dazzled at the ability and strength to do so..... Humbling.....Such a loss. The crumbling music industry needs bands that have great talent.
I read in a forum that Layne would give his portion of VIP tickets to kids that were outside the venue just hanging out with no money for tickets... Just goes to show what a beautiful and kind soul he was. Most people want to focus on his descent into addiction and while that was an aspect of his life, that's not who he was. He was a beautiful soul. Hope he's in peace now. Thank you, Layne for gifting us with your talent and one of a kind voice.
Loneliness is a state of mind ans for him he was alone into his addiction. He si truly missed. And I could not agree more with you. By the way he once fighthed with someone because wsnred ro give some tickets to some wealthy people and Layne said no that they can afford the tickets but the kids can't.
I agree he seemed like a really cool guy and never let the fame go to his head ...one of my all time fav bands..Layne was like alot of other good people that unfortunately developed addiction problems...God bless and rest in peace Layne staley
Alice in Chains wasn't just grunge. They were a great mix of hard rock, metal, and grunge. Great concert. Saw them twice. Strongest singer i ever saw on stage. You could feel Layne singing. And Jerry Cantrell. Man, you can't say enough about him.
Agreed it’s crazy to think that on singing capability alone Kurt was probably the worst out of the main grunge bands, as Eddie Vedder and Chris Cornell were/are shit hot singers as well. Still he made up for it in other ways as lyrically he was probably the best.
33 years ago today this was performed. Dec 22, 1990. Legends never die. Miss you Layne Thomas Staley. Your voice resonates in my head and heart every day. How I wish I could've seen you play live. AIC never the same after you left in my opinion. 🖤💔🖤💔🖤💔
IT'S BEEN 22 YEARS SINCE LAYNE LEFT THIS WORLD APRIL 5, 2002. RIP LAYNE STALEY YOU ARE TRULY MISS AND LOVED BY MILLIONS INCLUDING ME!! I LOVE ALICE IN CHAINS AND MAD SEASON. 😔💔🤘✌️
This is the absolute epitome of Layne for me. Absolute power in his voice that oozed out his soul. Every time I watch this I feel something deeply. I don't know what the feeling is, but I love it.
I've come to the party late...but God I feel lucky to have discovered this fantastic band. This is without a doubt one of the greatest songs I've ever heard.
32 years late to be exact. It's okay though better late than never. Jar of Flies, Tripod album (3 legged dog), unplugged, Dirt & Mad Season album Above (Layne's super band)
@@hughiedgar7574 make sure you check out Soundgarden. Newest band I'm listening to is The Violent. They're a different type of rock, but their lyrics speak to me.
Never ever ever EVER GETS OLD ...freaking timeless. AIC Trabsense time! Confession and it's fitting for this 50 yr old born again Christian. I've let go of allot of secular music ..BUT ALICE .. I can't, I won't...RIP Lane. His voice was that of an Angel... broken maybe but strong and perfectly Angelic.
Thank you. I was extraordinarily lucky to have been in my early twenties when these guys ....wow... Its great to see a younger crowd appreciate this time in our past. Cheers !
@@jno9807 , I was in my early 20's as well when AIC hit. It was love at first hearing. I saw them on MTV. Man in the Box. I remember where I was when I heard Layne had passed. I was devastated. I miss you... the angry angel. So glad I grew up when I did. Thank God.
When you are so good, your live version beats your studio version.
I always thought this when listening to Layne
@@RayvennlY me too!!! Insane 🖤
Insane how much better this song is performed live than the studio version.
thinking the same thing lol
By a mile
This version is haunting. There's something about the moment when the instrumentals settle and Layne's voice echoes. Sends chills down my spine!
The vibrato and his masterful tone changes are just haunting. Cantrell’s harmonies too-just can’t live without AIC
Only at The Moore. I would give almost everything to have been there.
@Jerry Cantrell If you were the real Jerry Cantrell you sure as hell wouldn't be talking to random fans on TH-cam. What are you playing at man?
@Jerry Cantrell Any chance you could add me from your Instagram page instead? That would reassure me 🙂🍰
Hells yeah
He was untouchable at this point in his career. Nobody and i mean nobody had his range and power. He hits every note absolutely spot on. All of these sound better than the studio version. Such a shame heroin took him. Easily one of the best vocalists of all time and the best vocalist in the grunge era.
Well said
🤪(Christopher Joseph Cornell
Fully agree. Layne's loss (but also gift) was so huge. I don't think he gets what he deserves. He and Alice are so good!
@@Chriscornell.1989 don't compare two gods
@@karolinakira8576 😎 But Chris is my relative
can we take a moment to appreciate what perfection on stage looks like, no fancy effects or clothes, just 4 guys, masters in their craft... gives me chills...
They were one band that sounded even better live. Layne’s voice rips your soul right out of your body.
Real music
@@ronalddonlogin Exactly
Yea, these guys are geniuses together
He sung with his soul and heart,God given talent for sure.
Layne at his peak was untouchable……such a force
at his peak.......in my mind he never got the chance....dude was amazing
His was a powerhouse!
His voice was always in it's peak
I think he was the last true like divine singer he had a voice and talent that was just unworldly and couldn’t be copied or mimicked
Its so ironic. At his peak, he was untouchable. At his peak, he was his most vulnerable.
To this day Layne has been blackballed by the music industry. The year he died the music award shows excluded him from the ending tributes to musicians who had passed that year. He was a phenomenal talent and because of the issues that plagued him throughout his life (and ultimately ended up being the longest suicide in history) he was swept under the rug. Yes Kurt was just as talented and even shared the same issues as Layne, but history paints these individuals in separate lights. Layne became (re)addicted following an injury. It was how he coped with the silver tongued industry. Such a similar story these days, yet no one wants to give Layne the respect he deserves officially. Never forget the lengendary Layne Staley.
Marsha Patterson that’s ridiculous they excluded him from the tributes
Marsha Patterson only wrong statement you made was layne and Kurt just as talented, layne surpassed Kurt by far in every aspect of the word
@@DEATHREAPER1252 agreed!!!!!
Never forgotten🌞
No disrespect Cobain, but I just can’t hold Kurt up to the same light as Layne.
I'd rarely seen my dad cry, Jimi Hendrix, and Andrew Wood were two other times. My dad is 73 now and I recently played some of Layne's isolated vocals for him. We both agreed that it was one of the most moving experiences either of us had ever had. He's in late stage Parkinson's but for decades we were concert partners seeing over 600 shows together. My dad is the greatest father the world has ever known and although Parkinson's takes and takes until there's nothing left to take, we definitely LIVED.
I heard mary jane helps with Parkinson's. Did he try it?
I hope you can share times like these together to the very end.
@@KinoRunner_ thanks love, as a matter of fact we did more isolated vocals last week...we chose The Scorpions! Jesus tits it was beyond the beyond. Because unlike all other band's multiple back up singing or at least moments of harmonizing, Klaus Meine does ALL the vocals in The Scorpions, no one else utters a sound. "No One Like You" "Still Loving You" "The Zoo" & "Make it Real Not Fantasy" we played and his voice is unreal.
@@Necronette665.99 You're both rocking over there :)
That's cool man , give ya pops a hug for me me and mine rocked a few times 2😢
Love you layne i quit heroin because of you. You saved my life. I hope you rest in peace now
Best comment here
Maybe he couldn't help himself but he had managed to save many others 🧡
I listened to down in a hole during my withdrawal period in rehab on loop. It’s like he was there singing right to me. 15 years on opiates, with my last 2 shooting Fent.
Clean now on Subs.
@@theberg988 respect dude ... Just a heads up quitting subs is not an easy ordeal... Been on em withdrawals for like a month 🤣
@@somerandomname5981 I keep lowering them. I was on 3 8mg at first. 1 a day now sometimes skipping a day and doing 4mg. I went down to 2 mg and went back after 2 days of stopping. A little too early for that.
Keep it up man, I’m trying to get there too. I hate taking them because there’s no reward like drugs. Lol
Jerry's headbanging is so damn perfect
He also has a little 'march' that he can do to avoid tripping on whatever is on the floor that is better than anything any marching band ever has ever dine
Jesus. His voice was insane during this period. Talented dude man... RIP
It was insane till the day he died. Even without teeths and fucked up by drugs, he still had fire in his voice.
@@luiznunes1404 Exactly! He was better than the rest in his genre and time despite multiple addictions and even without most of his teeth. It sucks heroin got him by the balls and he couldn't make it out alive. His music speaks to many. It definitely did for me. I hit my 5 years in Oct 💚
@Janelle-Congrats on 5 years sobriety! God bless you.
@@luiznunes1404 idk man. He kinda sounded strung out.
His voice was always insane
Who is listening in 2024? Where's my people! 💕💕
'24 and beyond
Estoy volviendo a recuperar sus canciones y la voz de Layne tan poderosa !!!!
Right here girl. Still gawking over Layne like I was at 13 years old
4 ever
Every bit as amazing today as it was all the years ago. Legends never die.
Jerry and Layne are both highly talented songwriters. Layne's voice...we'll never hear the likes of a voice like that again. The band as a whole, we'll never hear chemistry like that again. This band's music is the best thing about the entire 90's.
Can we take a moment to appreciate Mike Starr's amazing bass playing?! absolute legend
Thanks
@tek merion ?
Right??? This whole line up was beyond kick ass
His bass lines are extremely tasteful and always fit perfectly. One of the most underrated bassists ever in my opinion.
William falando inglês KKKKKKKKKKK foda dimais, Mike toca muito
And this was a live recording. Real talent.
Haha I love that they used a live recording as their official music video for this song, really shows how amazing Layne was :)
The best
Most ppl praise the MTV unplugged video. What most ppl dont realize is by the time they recorded Unplugged, Layne was in the depths of his addiction and had already lost most if not all of his teeth. Layne had final say on the editing of the footage. He did not allow close ups of his mouth and edited out shots of him seemingly asleep between verses. While I do agree that AIC Unplugged is historic I can only imagine how magnificent it would have been if his voice was as powerful as it is in this video and having all of his teeth. In Unplugged you can see Layne struggle to make the powerful vocals as he did in this Bleed the Freak taping.
I know right, remember when artist had talent, its considered crazy to be able to play live with your own voice.
@@sasha219 you can also tell with the sunglasses. He wore them so people wouldn't see how bad heroin made his eyes look. Same thing for the rooster video
This version is sooooo much better then the studio version,,,that take a lot of talent. The way Layne and Jerry’s voices go together is just so🖤🖤🖤 RIP Layne
Layne really was once in a lifetime, his voice and presentation was legendary.
Layne is too good for the rock n roll hall of fame anyway
That he is!
You are absolutely right! He is way above it!!
Thanks man oh wait... wrong Layne
@Bob Juff lmao!!! You are absolutely right
Layne would have been insulted if he had been because he is an artist with a message that most would deem as subversive, when his message was true brilliance!
Layne and Jerry’s harmonies here are fkn incredible! And Layne’s voice echoing in this performance is beautifully haunting.
@Jerry Cantrell thanks. If you are who you claim to be, can you answer a question?
Mark Lanagan described in his book how you both got wasted and ended up crashing at his place. You asked to borrow something from his collection and never returned it.... what was it?
Chill bumps... that is what a performance like this creates. Chill bumps. I once heard a person describe AIC music as hauntingly beautiful. Absolutely perfect description.
As a woman I'm wondering why Jerry Cantrell was prettier than me some people have all the luck 🤷
Jerry wasn't harmonizing on this track in this performance nor the studio recording. This is all Layne. Always has been.
Easily best two voices that harmonize such a privilege to be able to experience this in my childhood and adolescence the nineties were an amazing time for this music so much talent idk that anyone will ever touch AIC but I just know the music takes me back I wanna go back
Has anyone ever been this good live? I think not. Laynes voice sends chills down my spine.❤
kurt freaking cobain
@@kelvinpadman3466 No way
The Cure is this good live.
@@shaztownson6314🤣
@@kelvinpadman3466I think even Kurt would admit Layne was a better singer
Layne is by far the best vocalist of the “big 4” of grunge. Beyond that he is still one of the best vocalists I’ve ever heard. He still hit the notes and put in great performances no matter what his condition. Now that’s talent.
Chris Cornell's range is C#2-G6, Layne Staley's range is G1-D7, he did those notes live too, he hit D7 when he killed himself, Chris Cornell's range is literally contained in Layne's range.
However, Cornell only reaches 4 octaves in one song:
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Singing professionals have said that Cornell never used his full chest and head singing strength, because if he did, he could perhaps hit more notes, being a baritone he had a lot of technique to go up and down the pitch, without sounding like a little girl.
Besides, on Soundgarden's B-side records, Cornell had VOLUME, EXTENSION, DEPTH AND REACH so much after so many years he admits he couldn't reach all the octaves, due to aging and lifestyle, but he was the GREATEST singer of the 90s. Layne might be close, Cornell was IMBATIBLE.
It is really a toss up between Cornell and Layne, both amazing just depends on whose style you enjoy more, I can't chose myself who was better, depending on my mood I could say either is better, still no use in comparing, love both bands and choosing a favorite would be pointless when I can listen to both
What are the big 4? New to grunge with a thirst to discover
@@tomzeru Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains, they are just the 4 most commercially successful grunge bands, all are great but pretty different even though they inhabit the same genre, Alice in Chains and Nirvana are probably the easiest to get into because they have the least amount of records then you have Soundgarden which doesn't also have many records but they do have a bit more than thise other 2 and then you have Pearl Jam which still exist as a band and are still actively making music, my personal favorites of the 4 are either Soundgarden or Alice in chains but all of them have great music and you really can't go wrong with any of them.
@@vitorkaique5782You are all about figures, but when it’s about soul, feeling, Layne is the best.
You don’t listen to Alice in Chains, you FEEL Alice in Chains.
Absolutely
Well said bro
And Experience Tool. But yes to Feel AiC !
You are right my friend!!!
one of the best bands of all time
God, his voice was so strong when he was healthy.
His voice still sounded good at the unplugged show which was one of his final shows. It doesn't compare to 90 through 92 though.
I've become convinced that there was some magical power Layne obtained via the crack he would regularly smoke .. 👍👍😎😎
Rip G.O.A.T Layne Thomas Staley.
He looks awesome here
You know it.
You mean healthier
Definitely one of the greatest live performances ever
That break at 2:25 is so badass his voice is next level
One of their most underrated songs. Layne was an incomparable talent.
I know something (bout you)
I was looking for it... "underrated" that is 😂😂. History isn't partial, songs become whatever they are to people.
@@baconcheesyboysomeone had to say it
I've always considered Layne the absolutely best grunge vocalist of the 90's
Him and Chris
Without a doubt, he was
because he was, chris was a close second
Better than kirt
@@ethanclark9248 kurt sings bad compared to the other singers of grunge
Crazy thing is this is live. Absolutely incredible
Each time I am watching a clip or listening to an AIC song I always say to myself "the next one is gonna be the last one". Three hours later, I am still here...
Same 👌
me today.
You can’t sit here and say he wasn’t the best singer during the grunge era! He absolutely was!
Sorry to disagree but Chris Cornell was number one grunge vocalist. Layne Staley a close number two ✌️
Probably my favorite, but hard to go against Chris Cornell being “the best”. I was actually just thinking this morning if I was given the impossible to decision to still be able to see one of them live, who I’d choose
@@earledaniels4539 hard to disagree or agree. His prince cover is one of my absolute favorites
@@jimothyjimbo8900 ahhh sucks we missed out
@@b_collins7846 That it does. Got to see Scott Wylan/STP in Philly about 10 years ago and it was incredible. Pretty sad that all these greats are gone now, and so many pretty recently. Wish I made more of an effort to see Chris live. I’m sure it would have been amazing.
After all these years Layne’s voice still gives me goosebumps. There will never be another like him.
Sadly, I don’t think he ever fully grasped just how amazingly gifted he was.
Unfortunately most talented people don't see themselves as others do, and sadly for us most of them have their demons! You don't get to greatness without wading in the filth first and being very introspective!
I don't agree. He was aware. But his addiction made him not care about it. A dope fiend only cares about one thing! I love AiC especially Layne, just saying.
I couldn't agree with you more my absolute favorite singer of all time somehow better than the best of the best Layne was a phenomenon,a freak of nature, unmatched,amazing, & super unique all rolled up into one! And if you check it out he nailed his vocals every time.
At 47 I often find myself troubled w many similarities. Sp?? When you've got nobody to lift you or promote you, you will always never know your true potential. Love and unity.
@Jerry Cantrell fake ass Jerry can't tell🤣
The echo oh his voice starting at 2:35 gives me chills. His mic skills and talent at that time in history were untouched. He was bulletproof nobody could do better
This song is sooo underrated. "My cup runneth over like blood from a stone." God damn! What a line!
One of the best singers who ever graced a rock stage.
Freddie Mercury is the worlds greatest singer and rock star - ever!!
truly
But Layne wasn't a butt bandit
*Achievement Unlocked: **_'Captain Obvious!'_* New questions available. Riddle me this, Boy-Grunger:
(1) Sure, Layne's voice was TOTAL FUCKIN' GODHEAD: But *_did he have wits?!_*
(2) If he could (obviously a rhetorical question, because...yeah, anyway) *_WOULD YOU?_*
HINT: Before answering, try to see it once his way. (Flippancy aside, I hope the answer is no).
(3) *_Can Layne be like God am ('God of all his Goddam'?)_*
(4) *_What is the punishment for scorning Layne Stayley's (Imaginary / Song NPC) 'lover':_*
(a) Being *_BURIED IN A BOX OF YOUR OWN SHIT (AKA A 'SHITBOX')?_*
(b) A dead leg (courtesy of Satan)
(c) Kicking your own teeth in, then being buried alive in a hole, covered (helpfully) with stones.
(d) Gratuitous, massive trauma & loss of sight (and the eye) in one eye; again, courtesy of Satan.
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If you answer all of the above correctly, when you die and face Crom, he will ask you THE RIDDLE OF METAL. And, Barbarian, you shall answer correctly, thus securing your place in Valhalla! Right next to Rick Astley (sorry, Valhalla's almost sold out).
Okay I gotta get back to trolling newbs in Trollheim.
Cheers,
Brian Maiden, PHd
_(Inventor of Speed-Metal, 1974)_
Great soul voice..Jerry wrote alot of it..Always put cool backing harmonies..
I turn to this video when I want to remember Layne as he should be: at the height of his powers, so vibrant and strong. This live version of Bleed the Freak is better then the album version. One of the few bands that have this ability. Love you Layne, love you Mike.
You can say the same with many other songs of their’s, not just this one. Rooster @ Tilburg demolishes the studio recording. MITB @ ABC concert is amazing, but the version performed in Osaka is like a revamped, uptempo edit. Forgot the name of the concert, pretty sure it was in ‘93, they performed for about 25 min only and opened with Nutshell and THAT version might be, in my opinion, one of the best of that song. Down In A Hole unplugged outdoes the studio recording etc etc
Great in the studio, but they really shine during live performances.
Craziest most underrated live performance in my personal opinion
Jerry absolutely shreds his solo... as Layne walks off stage which is badass mid performance... Sean Kinney stands up then giving almost a sarcastic cymbal rip himself...Then Layne comes back and gives again in my opinion the craziest pitch I have ever heard in anyone’s voice ever...
Layne's voice good lord...I am heartbroken I will never be able to experience it live but am grateful for videos such as this. That pure talent ...no one will ever touch him.
Chris Cornell's range is C#2-G6, Layne Staley's range is G1-D7, he did those notes live too, he hit D7 when he killed himself, Chris Cornell's range is literally contained in Layne's range.
However, Cornell only reaches 4 octaves in one song:
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Singing professionals have said that Cornell never used his full chest and head singing strength, because if he did, he could perhaps hit more notes, being a baritone he had a lot of technique to go up and down the pitch, without sounding like a little girl.
Besides, on Soundgarden's B-side records, Cornell had VOLUME, EXTENSION, DEPTH AND REACH so much after so many years he admits he couldn't reach all the octaves, due to aging and lifestyle, but he was the GREATEST singer of the 90s. Layne might be close, Cornell was IMBATIBLE.
One of the greatest singers of all times.
Mon la rerte
i feel like this some days
He's second only to me.
😭
Yes he is
He’s not singing...he’s spitting his soul out!!!
Your so right!
"He’s not singing...he’s spitting his soul out!!!"
Right here: 2:28
I felt that in my soul
@Michael Uhlir yes your right.. you feel the song
@Bob Juff Yes he had .. I will never forget this when I were Concert .. His voice were so strong and powerfull
@Bob Juff Okay
laynes voice was so special, he sounded so badass but also sweet, haunting and scary
Chris Cornell's range is C#2-G6, Layne Staley's range is G1-D7, he did those notes live too, he hit D7 when he killed himself, Chris Cornell's range is literally contained in Layne's range.
However, Cornell only reaches 4 octaves in one song:
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Singing professionals have said that Cornell never used his full chest and head singing strength, because if he did, he could perhaps hit more notes, being a baritone he had a lot of technique to go up and down the pitch, without sounding like a little girl.
Besides, on Soundgarden's B-side records, Cornell had VOLUME, EXTENSION, DEPTH AND REACH so much after so many years he admits he couldn't reach all the octaves, due to aging and lifestyle, but he was the GREATEST singer of the 90s. Layne might be close, Cornell was IMBATIBLE.
The power, the voice, the music, the lyrics, the audio, and Layne.......one of the most powerful songs ever. Report-out.
Layne at the absolute peak of his epicness. His frontman skills were off the chart in this era.
Godlike
It’s unreal to think that Layne was an actual person. He was the closest thing to a fallen angel the world will ever see. And Jerry’s guitar is so perfect for Layne and Layne is perfect for jerry. Saying they were meant to be a duo is and understatement. Rip to the fallen angel of grunge
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Don’t forget Sean and mike they too made the sound of this band great.
Even at Layne's worst he could out do everyone. What a voice, what a presence he had. I love Jerry on guitar he made this band special the way the two of them would harmonize. Chills
I love the shot at exactly 3:04. Layne looks heart-breaking-ly gorgeous in that moment.
Layne sounds like he spent a week in hell and they let him out to sing about it , like a fallen angel
ON GOD!!!!
@Bob Juff He chose to do it tho , Homie knew the cost . The song "would " is pretty much saying " I know i fucked up , but you wont ever understand " made for andrew and shit i know . But homie fucking played with fire and he knew it ,Can't cry wolf when the only one harming yourself is you , I'd rather have him here alive today then all these beautiful sad songs , It's a fucking shame because the mother fucker knew better . but that's a junkie for you .
Beautifully said
@@blue2134
@Bob Juff you don't even have to be an addict to endure hell and appreciate the music. It was not bubblegum pop it did go for your soul.
Jerry & Layne best vocal harmony in rock history. Period.
Chris Cornell and Eddie Vedder temple of the dog
@@65northpickers both shit compared to Layne
Serj tankian and daron malakian
Brahm Tancredi just like it was two voices, one mind...
right up there with Lennon and McCartney
And to think this was a full FIVE YEARS before the legendary “Unplugged” performance. They were a true powerhouse. That small window of silence at 0:40 before they burst into the chorus together is chilling.
The best singer ever!!! Who agrees??
i do
I don't know about ever? Just because their have been lots of singers that were great, but he does belong in the group of greatest singers ever to sing.
Chris Cornell?
@@Lily-gs9ivpersonally Layne’s power puts him well above Chris, IMO. I love both, and would take either one over Kurt Cobain, but Chris sang using mixed voice. Although it sounded GREAT and he had an amazing range, and a STRONG mixed voice, Layne sang all of this in chest voice.
If you don’t know singing terminology that may mean nothing to you, but basically… it’s physically impossible for 99% of singers to replicate what Layne did. You can tell it’s true when you hear other bands try to cover songs like “Would” and “Man in the Box”. They strain and still can’t hit those notes.
A lot of songs have higher vocal notes than Bb4 (the high note in Man in The Box and Would?), but very few male singers can get that high in their chest voice. If they can REACH that note, it’s nowhere near as powerful as when Layne did it. He was just another breed.
RIP to all the grunge legends🕊️💙
I can't believe Layne Staley was real. He was too good.
Ozzy Osbourne agreed with your sentiment.
I like your pfp and name
Tbh layne Stanley is a very good singer but most of songs and melodies and lyrics aren't made by Layne they were made by Jerry Cantrell
@@filippopov9439 yeah Jerry's the GOAT
I saw AIC with Layne three times. He was always this good.
Kurt gets all the attention in the grunge scene Layne is the greatest singer of all time he always gets overlooked just saying
Vocally Layne would make Kurt look like a generic shitty pop star, Kurt is good, but no Layne
Kurt is a punk rocker. He is supposed to be raw and have crap guitar style. He is more than just a singer too. But the energy is on same level
Layne is way better then Kurt in my opinion
Lol
@@muhammedmuhabbis1868 exactly
I saw them open for Van Halen in Sacramento in 91. During Man in the Box, Eddie Van Halen was standing on the side of the stage headbanging and playing alongside Jerry.
Im 63 now and the concert crew we had is a bit thinner, but were out there every chance we get.
When Layne hits those high notes on, "I can't remember," it gives me the shivers.
godly voice, layne is one in a lifetime.
Ten...ten lifetimes🤘
+Richard V that departed reference tho
yes indeed
u rite it took me a while to rralize this junkie was actually the coldest singer who ever lived. better thsn prince or mj.
I saw a guy who said that the scream at 3:16 could still be heard in the theater 25 years later if you stood silently...
Agreed 💯
thats an awesome legend :)
That gave me the chills!! I love Layne Staley RIP 😇❤️🤘
Wow, man... THAT'S something interesting...
It echoes in my head.....
He was one of those who was better live than in studio. Does that even happen anymore??
I would recommend that you check out Howard Jones of Killswitch Engage, too. He's better live as well.
I was fortunate enough to live in Western Washington during the grunge heyday. Saw these fellas live twice. They're incomparable. The harmonies alone set them miles apart from their contemporaries. RIP Layne. Your loss devastated us.
People must understand that even though Layne's vocals are phenomenal, the unique sound of AIC was the combination of both Layne and Cantrell's voices on the choruses. Layne on his own is un matched as we hear on the Mad Season Songs and other projects Layne participated on.. But the true AIC sound is the combination of Layne and Cantrell, a sound we will never again get no matter which singer AIC gets. That haunting, but heavenly AIC sound will only exist in history...
You are right. OG AIC vocal sound wasnt just Layne but Cantrell too. Their music/melodies were truly collaborated between them all. In AIC Layne had the power vocals. His sound exploded out of his chest. In Mad Season you can hear the transition to more of a head voice with a more gentle sound. Some have speculated that after years of abuse he could no longer make those powerful chest sounds we all love. He was obviously weaker while in Mad Season but he was also finding his voice without Cantrell. As AIC has been reborn with William the collaborated vocals with Cantrell, while still encompassing the Cantrell sound and is great, the "it" factor just seems a bit off. Maybe they should have dropped the AIC name...idk. Just wonder what else Staley would have given us. No hate just love. Its hard to pick up the pieces and even harder when it gets thrown in your face even 20 years after the fact
Indeed ....together they are angels.
I thought first layne is a big man because of his voice..But AIC incomparable
I’m so FUCKIN TIRED!!!! Of layne not getting his respect!
One of the greatest voices in Rock History
Exactly, he is the best
how he isnt getting any respect?
??? He's widely regarded as one of the greatest singers and front men of not only the entire grunge era but in all of rock music. Even among his peers he was regarded as the best of the best with the most distinctive and powerful voices anyone ever heard. There isn't a best of list that he isn't at or near the very top of and when you ask anyone from the grunge era (myself included) to name the one person from that era who most defined that era we're nearly all going to name Layne (even over Kurt).
I’m drunk as fuck JAMMING OUT to AIC!!! Layne’s voice was something else!!! Him and jerry were an iconic duo!
Layne Staley the best there was and the best there ever will be !! His voice at 60 or 70% was better than most at 100 %!! Bless his heart man so sad that he went the way he did !! RIP Layne !!
The riff is so haunting it sends shivers down my spine
So true
He looks so haunting at 0:35 and I love this performance true rock stars Layne and the way Jerry’s presence is awesome he’s rocking out . This is what we need in our generation at least one band that can bring rock back to life as it died long ago 😢
Never thought I could miss someone that I never met this much.
RIP Layne & Mike 🖤
He died the week after I discovered his music. I remember sitting in my friend's bedroom with a group of people who were too stunned to cry.
I'll never forget it, or him. I wish he was still alive in more than his music.
Layne is and always will be the best vocalist in any genre. Jerry is the riff lord and blends blues and metal better than anyone. Their vocal harmonization is phenomenal. AIC until I die!
OMG SAME! FOREVER!!!!!!!!
Aic all the way
Jerry is a genius, and laynes voice is just unbelievable.. aic forever
Well said
Hell yeahhhhh
incredible performance. there’s no other like layne! really hard to believe that he was only 23 at that time.
Even for the song writing from these boys at that age, it’s all so amazing.
Not enough adjectives in the world to describe this amazing, haunting voice, what a legend xxx Layne
2:25- the end. The POWERHOUSE that this mans voice was. So raw, primal, emotional. Ugh. Those people were witnessing pure magic🖤
God damn that scream near the end when he says "bleed for me" gives me chills. Layne man what can you say....dude was a vocal savage. To do that scream an then immediately jump into the chorus....One of the greats, plain an simple
It's not really a scream... He can control his voice so well It may sound like a scream but its not. Its kind of hard to describe it. Its like the perfect yell I guess. A scream is a yell that went to high pitch. Its pretty impressive that he can yell that high and not scream.
Red Dead Junk Head koo
Red Dead Junk Head yeah I've been singing rock my whole life.....thats just sick.
"vocal savage". Awesome descrption
Layne Staley was and is a phenomenal talent. God bless him and his family. Let us all enjoy his art and music. We shall never forget him
Chris Cornell's range is C#2-G6, Layne Staley's range is G1-D7, he did those notes live too, he hit D7 when he killed himself, Chris Cornell's range is literally contained in Layne's range.
However, Cornell only reaches 4 octaves in one song:
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Singing professionals have said that Cornell never used his full chest and head singing strength, because if he did, he could perhaps hit more notes, being a baritone he had a lot of technique to go up and down the pitch, without sounding like a little girl.
Besides, on Soundgarden's B-side records, Cornell had VOLUME, EXTENSION, DEPTH AND REACH so much after so many years he admits he couldn't reach all the octaves, due to aging and lifestyle, but he was the GREATEST singer of the 90s. Layne might be close, Cornell was IMBATIBLE.
No one sings like you anymore
3:17 You can still hear the echo of that scream if you stand quietly in that room decades later.
Zeno Evil some screams are heard, others are felt. Layne’s scream was both.
@@sully2018 YES
@@sully2018 Wow!! Well said. I have chills listening to Layne.
Brilliant
Epic. I get it.
Such a great song rip Layne
Love your channel man I appreciate your work brotha!
I think the song is decent by itself. It's Layne and that voice, THAT FUCKING VOICE that makes it great.
@@A31Chris And did you notice how the audio was fixed in the last verse chorus, just yesterday or the day before , where one of Layne's words was overdubbed for just a split second, in such a noticeable way? The word 'F*CK' and all derivitives of, are among the most potent of all words in and out of existence. Editing via sound equipment is very, very, wrong! If I was an artist and that was done to me, I would have a cow and never let it go!--not ever. I would be screaming, crying, and throwing things around...And I would be out to get the sound nem and record companies--i would never get over it until I got revenge/cause strife in any way I could, perhaps via trickery...
@@rosekittygraykittyjackkitt9676
My biggest bitch is the break of the continuity.
I hated all those years they censored the video to black hole sun. Only recently (last few years) has the original version come out.
@@A31Chris That means you may know where chris Cornell bought his voice, or perhaps not...
I wasnt even alive when he sang and I miss him. What a goddam talent
You know, I grew up in this era and while I liked AIC, I didn’t appreciate the band enough. This is a hidden gem and should get more air time.
They'll strike a chord in ya...🤘😎🚬
Same, I grew up with Alice in Chains but only as an adult have I realized how much they really mean to me
63 yrs old and only just got into Alice in chains were have I been !!!
Good for you :) I bet its awesome
Some people in the 90s simply weren't into this type of music, or didn't know AIC. AIC was especially HUGE then with fans in their teens & 20s, so don't feel bad :) . If you haven't heard this '93 performance on YT yet of "Rain When I Die", here ya go! It showcases Layne Staley's vocals, & I think this song doesn't get as much recognition as it deserves. th-cam.com/video/EgMZAcHu3ZU/w-d-xo.html
Never too late! Welcome!
definitely not to late
You were into Bowie I bet
Layne died 19 years ago today, I started getting into Alice in Chains last year and they are now personally one of my favorite bands and Layne one of my personally favorite singers. RIP Layne you were one of the greatest singers to ever live, I wish you were still making music and making us smile.
I started listening to Alice in Chains last month 😅 Now it's one of my favourite bands and Layne is one of the better vocals I've listened 😮 I was a child in 90's. Sad that he's not here anymore 😰💔
Same I'm new to them too and I'm now obsessed,so talented
Today is 20. I've been a fan since 90 when I was introduced. I named my son Jameson layne in honor. Unfortunately he was premature and passed so I carry his name on my leg in both of their honor!
Great to see so many new fans! I personally started listening to Alice in Chains when I was 12-13 because of my parents. I'm not 29 and it's my absolute favorite band still. By the way, please check out Mad Season, which was a band Layne was in with some guys from Pearl jam and Screaming Trees. You will be amazed for sure ; )
This is the first time hearing this song ...an how ? Its absolutely insane ! How can a song like this an a singer be so underrated!
History isn't kind to AIC
The best vocalist of all time. RIP legend
Staley is the grunge god.
No, he looks like a Roman god
@Hardcore Niglet He would have burned Rome even more than Nero ever did.
Yeah he had so much fire
Listening to this band got me through one heck of a bad marriage and a lot of stress...
I would sit out on summer nights and drink a beer and relax...
I've learned this song on my Fender Jaguar,the sound it's amazing,it rocks!!!
Me too !
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Oh yes.....These songs have gotten me through very dark experiences. It's sad in knowing fellows like Shannon, Kurt, Scott, Andrew and Layne couldn't. Solace in knowing they couldn't Fight The Good Fight. To pull yourself out of it, be dazzled at the ability and strength to do so..... Humbling.....Such a loss. The crumbling music industry needs bands that have great talent.
Rip Shannon
This performance alone deserves them a spot in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame
Truly one of the most iconic voices in rock history
I read in a forum that Layne would give his portion of VIP tickets to kids that were outside the venue just hanging out with no money for tickets... Just goes to show what a beautiful and kind soul he was. Most people want to focus on his descent into addiction and while that was an aspect of his life, that's not who he was. He was a beautiful soul. Hope he's in peace now. Thank you, Layne for gifting us with your talent and one of a kind voice.
Loneliness is a state of mind ans for him he was alone into his addiction. He si truly missed. And I could not agree more with you.
By the way he once fighthed with someone because wsnred ro give some tickets to some wealthy people and Layne said no that they can afford the tickets but the kids can't.
I love Layne!
AMEN BROTHER
I agree he seemed like a really cool guy and never let the fame go to his head ...one of my all time fav bands..Layne was like alot of other good people that unfortunately developed addiction problems...God bless and rest in peace Layne staley
Layne was a true music god!
The vocals are unreal. You can feel it in your soul.
Alice in Chains wasn't just grunge. They were a great mix of hard rock, metal, and grunge. Great concert. Saw them twice. Strongest singer i ever saw on stage. You could feel Layne singing. And Jerry Cantrell. Man, you can't say enough about him.
2024 and still loving and missing Layne 💜
Me too. His voice and range captures me and carries me away. ❤
Layne Staley, what a voice.
He just couldn't slay the dragons.
Gone too soon, he left us something beautiful.
He is missed.
I'll be honest here, boys/gals. I'm a huge nirvana fan.
But Kurt cannot hold a candle to Layne's vocal capabilities, there is no contest.
TheTwitchybird Nirvana used to be number one to me and then I came across this gem.
Agreed, I love both bands, but I think I’d consider Nirvana my favorite between the two, just because I have a stronger connection to them.
Layne Staley may a god amog vocalists.. unmatchable, phenomenon...
Agreed it’s crazy to think that on singing capability alone Kurt was probably the worst out of the main grunge bands, as Eddie Vedder and Chris Cornell were/are shit hot singers as well. Still he made up for it in other ways as lyrically he was probably the best.
TheTwitchybird I totally agree
33 years ago today this was performed. Dec 22, 1990. Legends never die. Miss you Layne Thomas Staley. Your voice resonates in my head and heart every day. How I wish I could've seen you play live. AIC never the same after you left in my opinion. 🖤💔🖤💔🖤💔
Yes I love old Alice
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The lungs and voice of LS is just proof that they are the best still, and never will there be another. This song shows that.
That giant voice came from his little body. that's INSANE!
Right?!
This is one of the best singers I have ever seen, ever.....
and yet still no recognition of his fate rip layne staley
I put him on the level of Joplin and Sinata. Legendary.
IT'S BEEN 22 YEARS SINCE LAYNE LEFT THIS WORLD
APRIL 5, 2002. RIP LAYNE STALEY YOU ARE TRULY MISS AND LOVED BY MILLIONS INCLUDING ME!! I LOVE ALICE IN CHAINS AND MAD SEASON. 😔💔🤘✌️
So glad to have discovered AIC this year. All of them are/were so talented and deserve recognition in rock
This is the absolute epitome of Layne for me. Absolute power in his voice that oozed out his soul. Every time I watch this I feel something deeply. I don't know what the feeling is, but I love it.
I've come to the party late...but God I feel lucky to have discovered this fantastic band. This is without a doubt one of the greatest songs I've ever heard.
32 years late to be exact. It's okay though better late than never. Jar of Flies, Tripod album (3 legged dog), unplugged, Dirt & Mad Season album Above (Layne's super band)
@@exdemocrat9038 thanks for the tips, I'm always out to discover new music so I appreciate it!
Fucking badass!Alice in chains rules for ever!
@@hughiedgar7574 make sure you check out Soundgarden. Newest band I'm listening to is The Violent. They're a different type of rock, but their lyrics speak to me.
Saaaame broo
All due respect to Cornell, Eddie kurt and Scott.. I feel like Layne was the best grunge singer
Never ever ever EVER GETS OLD ...freaking timeless. AIC Trabsense time! Confession and it's fitting for this 50 yr old born again Christian. I've let go of allot of secular music ..BUT ALICE .. I can't, I won't...RIP Lane. His voice was that of an Angel... broken maybe but strong and perfectly Angelic.
I hate that I was born after his time, no one even compares to this voice.
Me too :(
Thank you. I was extraordinarily lucky to have been in my early twenties when these guys ....wow...
Its great to see a younger crowd appreciate this time in our past. Cheers !
@@jno9807 , I was in my early 20's as well when AIC hit. It was love at first hearing. I saw them on MTV. Man in the Box. I remember where I was when I heard Layne had passed. I was devastated. I miss you... the angry angel. So glad I grew up when I did. Thank God.
@@wayneross1200 At no point were Temple of the Dog called Mookie Blaylock, that was PJ hahah. Awesome either way
@@wayneross1200 Wanna know how I know you just lied .... Mookie Blaylock was what Pearl Jam did to fight against Ticket Master. nice try though
Jerry Cantrell has access to every singer in the entire world. Still can't replace Layne Staley.
Never. One of the greatest but he is not even famous. Such a shame
Man that's true. I think he knows that for sure. Probably something that weighs on him heavily.
Jerry Cantrell have one of the most beatiful voices of all time.
I bet AIC would not exist, if he left the group!
He didn't want to, he found William who fit the band to this day.
You get nothing better then Alice and chains
Nobody was or is better than peak Layne. Legendary stuff right here.