Dirt (Indie Excl. Opaque Yellow 2lp)

Release Date: September 23, 2022

Alice In Chains delivered Dirt in 1992, a crushing collection of sludgy riffs and Layne Staley's tortured vocals that became grunge's darkest statement. The album's heavy-as-lead guitar tone and haunting harmonies create an atmosphere of addiction and despair that hits harder than anything else from the era.

Standout Tracks

• Them Bones: The pummeling opener with its distinctive 7/8 time signature and bone-crushing riff
• Man in the Box: The breakout single with its unforgettable wah-pedal guitar and vocal harmonies
• Rooster: The Vietnam War tribute built on Jerry Cantrell's haunting guitar work and personal lyrics

Mood: heavy, dark, introspective, crushing