Layne Staley's haunting vocals LIVE! Alice In Chains performing "Love, Hate, Love" Vocal ANALYSIS!
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2023
- It's been a while since I've touched grunge on this channel, and I really wanted to hear more Layne Staley and Alice In Chains. What better choice than what Jerry Cantrell called "the master piece of our record", and dives into the private relationship between Layne and his then girlfriend Demri. This song is HAUNTING!
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to Alice In Chains performing "Love, Hate, Love" for the first time.
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Performed by Alice In Chains
Words and Music by Jerry Cantrell, Sean Kinney, Layne Staley
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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Healthy Layne shook the stadium with his voice. The power he possessed was incredible
Hell, sick Layne shook it just as hard. His unplugged performance, crouched in a ball and dope sick he still killed it
Agreed. There was a truly unfortunate and rapid drop off in technique as the drugs took hold. Once the "Dirt" album showed glimpses of the darkness they were experiencing with possibly the emotionally heaviest album ever recorded, Layne could never quite recover. In more ways than one.
Once you get a chance, I would like if you could do a reaction to something from their third, self titled album where Jerry starts picking up some of the slack and a few of the songs are sung in tandem like "Again". Jerry actually had to do many of the lead vocals solo on that album.
The man had no vocal ceiling in his prime.
@@IRGeamer It's a common misconception that Layne's voice "changed" when actually it remained the same. You can listen to Mad Season's album from 1995, that shows how his vocal power was still intact.
@@TheStepmonkey underrated album imo
Alice In Chains is my test for people’s musical taste.
Absolutely
Hard same!!
SAME!!!
😂😂😂
Are there people who don't like AIC? They must be purged from the gene pool.
Layne used his voice like Hendrix used his guitar. Pure genius and otherworldly talent
That's a really good analogy. Spot on.
Hendrix used the guitar like a voice.
Could you elaborate on that?? Super interesting analogy
30 years plus and people can still be wowed. Alice in Chains' music is truly timeless.
** but yes, anything with Layne singing is my favorite music of all.... Soo much love for him and the bands, they truly got me through some of the best and worst times of my life❤🙏🙏❤
Same here 30 years I was in highschool when grunge exploded, AIC still my favorite band.
I still get goosebumps hearing Layne's voice, I started playing guitar because of Jerry love his style🎸🎸
RIP Layne and Mike Starr
@@jeb0112Same! Jerry is my all time favorite and the reason I started playing and Chris Cornell is the reason I started singing.
"Bleed the freak" at this concert if you would like to see this man's complete range. The bridge part of the song is off the charts.
Oooo Yeah :)
That's a great showcase of just how untouchable Staley was at his peak
Yeah, that's hard to beat
Holy cow that was amazing. Gotta rewatch now.
Hands down that'll always be my favorite live by Layne
The thing I can't get over in this song is how coherent the whole band feels. The drumming is playing all of these staggering, syncopated beats and never feels off time, the guitar is working through all of these tri-tone scales, the bass is plowing through the foundation, and Lane is spilling his guts out in front. It never feels disjointed even as it is wallowing in dissonance. It's a tremendous accomplishment.
Well said
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Perfect description !!
I take some issue with how much the drummer rushes triplets, both here and on Sea of Sorrow right before the chorus- as a drummer, it is off time- but it's part of the charm. How much their songs speed up and slows down is actually a great hallmark of the pre-grid era.
Love my not-for-sale promo cassette of this show.
@@HallyPorter good musicians follow all the rules. great musicians deliberately break them.
The day Layne Staley died, part of me died. His voice shook everyone's soul.
Yeah, totally stinks Dude Screw heroin. When Dimebag Darrell died, I was broken. He was a great man. Everybody loved him. He was so loving to his friends and fans. I never met him but I got to watch Pantera live a few times. That was awesome. I was standing right up in front looking at them go off. It was so cool they were the greatest. They were just fun guys. They would like give you beers. It was hilarious. And then they would be having fans throwing joints on the stage and they’re like dang man! Thanks!
I missed a shift and blew up the transmission in my Camaro when I heard it on the radio. I was getting off the highway and I blew up 2nd and 3rd gear. Hahaha
Same thing for ME, and the same with Prince
@@rexrocker1268Duuuuude, ur so fucking right...just a tragic, stupid event...I loved Pantera, and always will!
@@rexrocker1268- Could you imagine a supergroup in the afterlife of Layne on vocals, Dime on guitar, Vinnie on drums and Cliff Burton on bass? Maybe two singers, Layne and Ronnie James Dio taking turns and harmonizing.
Her reactions seem so genuine. She gets so excited it's really cool to see.
I don't even sing or know what she's talking about half the time but it's a joy to watch her talk about my favorite songs lol
Yup, I found her from her nirvana where did you sleep last night reaction and been following ever since.
I cheered when she reacted to the first chorus. Layne's power is unmatched. There was ONE guy that came close...but sadly he couldn't find success in the industry so he hasn't done anything lately.
She's SO awesome, shows! :)
Layne is without question the best “grunge” singer in my opinion. And one of the best rock singers of all time.
Layne is the best voice in all rock history hands down
Layne and Chris are so close for me
@@TheStepmonkey Steve Perry and Ann Wilson are at the top of my list with Layne.
Layne and Freddy Mercury had the unsual skill of supporting effortelesy so much power at their voice.
@@BrokenGodEnt Layne, Chris and Mike Patton. Those 3 vocalists each amazing in their own way.
His was the voice of torment and despair. You don't get a voice like that by going to Sunday School. Sadly these tortured geniuses are never around for long. RIP Layne. X
@Nein No Non Not for long...
@Nein No Non and then the lead singer of one of the most important bands of all time
I could never understand how such a powerful, earth shaking voice came out of such a little (as in thin) guy...like, where does the air for that power even go? Whoever said matter and energy cannot be created or destroyed never watched Layne sing in his hey-day because that man was pulling sound waves and infinite power into existence inside him I swear.
He came from the stars and had the power of universes in his voice. We were only allowed to have him for a short time, so he had to give his all every single moment. And he did.
Pure passion. Absolute raw emotion. It's crazy how much can come out of someone when they feel something so deep.
I had the pleasure of seeing Alice in Chains @ Lalapalooza in 1993. He came on stage with a 5th of Jack in his hand, eyes closed, obviously not sober... put his foot on the front monitor speaker and belted out Dirt in its entirety... never opened his eyes once. It was jaw dropping. The entire audience was just entranced. Layne's voice was one of a kind. It's pained, embattled, sad... but just magical. Many have tried to duplicate it. Seeing the new version of Alice in Chains is almost abrasive in comparison.
Agree. Saw the new Alice in Chains. It rubbed me wrong that they were so chipper and the performance was high energy- it just didn't fit the vibe of the music. They lost the grunge in it. I wish I had the pleasure of seeing Layne live.
@@Celeste-.-marienoticed the same. Newer AIC is too damn perky
And remember… this is LIVE. One take.
What a killer choice.
And a killer voice
That's a fact..
Absolutely the best by Layne lives, but the whole gig is a fkn' masterpiece! Love, Hate, Love is my all time fave ever!!!
The power of Layne was always in his restraint. He could be whisper soft and pure tone one second and then screaming the next and go right back. He had so much control over his instrument. If you ever get the chance, check out his mom singing! She has a similar tone, and sings his songs every year on his birthday!
Happy burrr-ha-hurrthday-eeayeah my su-uh-unnnn, oh noooooo...
Layne Staley is a once in a lifetime kind of talent. He left us way too soon. RIP: Layne Staley
Layne is the only singer that can give me goosebumps every time I hear him and I’ve been a fan for 30+ years
Without question a rare talent. His voice could be smooth one minute and so rough the next!! Amazing
Bro, same. Goosebumps, making me cry, all the feels.
No joke it actually takes it out of you a little bit. I am measurably more tired after listening to this song. It’s so amazing.
There is no one that will ever come close to the way he could sing. That’s Layne!
Specially in this one ... goosebumps all over
People used to stand by the stage and say that layne didn't need the mic. They could feel the power of his voice vibrating off of his body. He had such power to his core
I can attest to that statement.
What a stupid comment
I can also confirm this
@@theguy9067 did you see them live i think not
@@MARGOSREACTIONS no but I have a couple of brain cells which tell me any human being on a stage trying to sing over electric instruments connected to powerful amplifiers will not be heard. By the sounds of things, you haven't attended a single rock concert
Hard to grasp that I miss someone I never met. Layne is that someone.
Holy shit this is spot on
One of my greatest regrets in life is not to hear this man sing live.
I saw them lalapalozza 94 I think it was. Omg. I still remember the effect it had. The just had dirt out. And great set list and charisma oozing from the stage
Lollapalooza 93 :) I saw them in Barrie Ontario.
@robkerle2305 Same here. I just didn't get to see them in the early 90s and by then, it was too late...they weren't on tour anymore.
Saw them open for Van Halen, like '91 or '92. IMMEDIATELY became my favorite band, and it's only grown stronger- although Mad Season was almost even better imo, watching that show live at the Moore with Mike McCready and the gang, Layne singing with a huge smile on his face and just LOVING the incredible chemistry between them..
Layne Staley put out some of the most amazing, powerful music that I have heard, and got me through the best and hardest times of my life
RIP brother 🙏❤🙏❤ thank you for the gift you left us
I'm with you on this
Laynes voice hits you in a part of your soul like no one else ever could. Truly haunting and beautiful at the same time. There will never be anyone like him. RIP brother.
stopTALK SO MUCH YOU TALK LONGER THE SONG
yes!!! amen
RIP Layne
It hurt.
I prefer Cobain’s vocals, always have. Saw all these bands in the 90s. Concerts galore. Cobain had insane grimy power in one song that shook your damn soul and then could make you cry with the next track. Layne was a little long winded for me sometimes. Came off too whiny for my taste.
Mad Season’s Wake Up is powerful . Layne writes and sings about his herion addiction and ultimately his death. Mad Season was a great band featuring Layne
Totally agree. That whole album is just at a higher level. Even 'November Hotel', the instrumental piece. Mike McCready just kills it on that track.
Yessss, Wake Up one my favorite tunes.
"Slow suicide's no way to go."
Holy yes , I think Mad Season is so underrated the album
above is just amazing , and Layne is unique and his voice is so powerfull there …
yes. Amazing album. Seattle had something really special in the 90's
PLEASE... PLEASE DO "BLEED THE FREAK" FROM THIS SAME SHOW!! "LIVE AT THE MOORE THEATER" Quite possibly the best demonstration of what he was capable of back in '93. Thank you so much for these!!!
A powerful performance for sure.
MTV had one of those awful self improvement shows where this really obese kid is getting a stomach staple operation. And they start playing ‘Bleed the Freak’ while the operation is happening. Seemed in poor taste, but i love the song so, i’m torn.
That's a great performance
Oh yeah this whole show was amazing
Live at The Moore was filmed in ‘91. I personally think when he was sober in ‘93 his voice was even stronger than the Moore Theatre show. If you were in the first 12 rows at one of the Amphitheater shows on the Dirt tour in ‘93, you could absolutely FEEL Layne’s voice when he was hitting high notes! Layne was a phenomenal singer and always in the moment when he was singing. I’m really glad that I saw them as many times as I did. I seriously wish that I could have afforded to see them even more back then, but those Lollapalooza tour dates were so spread out state to state, it was hard to afford the tickets, gas, hotels, doing all the driving ,and getting the time off work as well. I saw them 4 times in ‘93 alone, so I can’t complain.
Layne Staley was and still is the best rock/grunge/metal singer ever. Way more talented then many others around his era.
His use of those flat notes trigger such an uneasy feeling without the average listener even realizing why. Just brilliant.
Alice in Chains had as much pure talent as any band in history. It just shows how drugs can destroy everything if given the chance.
RIP Mike and Layne
I agree, but in the same discussion has to be how much the drugs influenced the sound (or Art) we love. Would it have been as raw and heart wrenching if the artist(s) didn’t use the drugs?
@@Ooofaa-Maa Drugs are used to self medicate, not the cause of pain.
Unfortunately,l it wasn't only when they hit the bigger stage when drugs were influencing their performances. I saw them back in March 1991 - 5 months after the release of Facelift - they were of all things opening for Megadeth. The Almighty sandwiched in between them - a something of an eclectic mix to say the least! At that point I hadn't heard either AIC or The Almighty and let's just say they had an off night! Layne was general all over the place and they really didn't sell what Facelift had to offer, The Almighty however came out and knocked it out the park - I went away from the gig and bought The Almighty's albums and didn't return to AIC until the release of Dirt.
The irony of this being that Facelift nowadays is somewhere in my Top 40 LPs ever - but that performance went down as a forgettable mess to say the least.
yep, I saw Janes Addiction on a bad night, falling all over themselves, knocking shit over. Terrible! Then I saw them again a few years ago, doing Nothing Shocking tour, it was one of the best concerts I’ve ever seen. Granted I was in the second row at a small, intimate set. Btw…I never heard of the Almighty…
Loved this reaction to one of my favourite songs. Fun Fact: my new therapist said to me about something unrelated, 'We're going to have to get you to work through these feelings' and I responded with 'Lady, I've still not recovered from the death of Layne Staley so you are going to have to manage those expectations.'
My wife, who has a lot of choral experience, has always said Layne was one of the few rock/metal vocalist who had perfect pitch. I believe her.
The amount of raw talent Layne had was staggering. His voice was truly unique. He is dearly missed.
For real, truly my favorite of all time-- only took watching them open for Van Halen and they IMMEDIATELY became my favorite band, of all time although Mad Season is truly up there, almost loved it more, watching Layne with a newfound joy playing with those guys ❤️🙏❤️🙏
People typically associate the heaviness of music with fast riffs, down-tuned guitars, high gain, etc. But songs like this and "Down in a Hole" are just bricks of frickin' lead. So good.
In my opinion Layne was the best vocalist of the era. Just a true talent.
Best vocalist of *all time
@@MrMaxyield, EXACTLY Brother!!!
Literally saw them open for Van Halen and bought their album the next day. They've been my favorite band, and singer of ALL time ever since❤🙏❤🙏
@@Seannone-ya-vc7pl Man!! What an experience!! 🙌🙌🙌 I can only imagine what that was like..!! I'm jealous of the lucky few who got to see them live in concert...!
He's incredible. But, man, Mike Patton is out there...
Ok lets take it down a few with this comment. We are talking grunge and Chris Cornell is better. Once again grunge. As far as best all around Layne not even in top 20 ever. He is great at Grunge and thats it.@MrMaxyield
Layne had one of the most amazing voices ever, his range was off the charts. RIP brother.
The synergy of Layne singing with Jerry guitar playing is unmatched 🙌
Yea together they are magic.
I do agree! Their harmonies are majestic.
I don't think anyone can convey brokenness, pain, and despair in their voice the way Layne Staley could. The same can be said for Jerry Cantrell's guitar work. What a pair they were. Just 2 absolute legends
This music will be rocked in convalescent facilities one day. It's simply timeless.
My husband has always joked that Layne sang in the key of R. 😂 I am a huge AIC fan and still love the new stuff, but nothing compares to Layne-era AIC. Layne was THE best vocalist of the entire grunge movement, and no one has ever been able to match his voice.
Grunge was sang and should always be sung from the heart and soul about everyday struggles.
The next Alice in Chains song to do - Would?
Would is one of favorites
No God no
Bleed the freak of the same show.
Long as it's a good version. A lot of reactions choose the Unplugged one, which I don't think does the song any justice.
@@michaelmeilbeck6623 nah you’re right. Needs that electricity
When Layne Stanley sings, you definitely know it's Alice in chains. His voice is very distinct and has its own personal character.
While I agree, there were times in their career that I wasnt sure if it was him or Jerry. At times they sounded so similar.
What if it's mad season?
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@@RobbieFitzgerald
I never thought of it like that 🤔
@@mattnobrega6621 he sang for mad season, so when he sings it might not be Alice in chains
I look at performances like this with tears. What an incredible artist we have lost. I could only imagine all the masterpieces we have missed out on. We lost so many wonderfully talented and genuine people through addiction. Addiction is true evil.
He's a natural. Extraordinarily gifted and always my favorite local vocalist of the time. RIP Layne
and Jerry's guitar work, the entire band really bringing it through to support Layne. I just miss that time sooo much. What @RyanColligan is saying below. it felt like the whole scene, and the whole city and the whole region just in love all working together and supporting each other 'poised on the wave of explicit presence'
Forever the 🐐🙌
Live at the Moore was such an epic set. A rarity nowadays in terms of bands that would be able to pull that sound off.
Temple of the dog were on before them and also had an excellent set. It was a magical night. *Edit: Technically, it was Pearl Jam before they found their name + Chris as a guest. It was their second show ever, and they were still calling themselves "Mookie Blaylock".
@@eiephants I would kill to go back in time and be at that show....
@@eiephants What an epic show that must have been. I take it you were there? So jealous, Chris and Layne are my favorites.
Layne was just built different. Dude was BORN to sing. Love you Layney 💙❤ RIP 🕊
Thanks man!
As many others have said, 30+ years later and I still get goosebumps. The absolute power and control Layne had will never be replicated. I saw AIC in their height in the 90s and I couldn’t take my eyes off him. He was quite hypnotic and mesmerizing. I just saw them, for the first time since Layne died, a few months ago. While the band, and William, sound great, it was different. I was thrilled to hear their music love again though. RIP Layne, we miss you so incredibly much.
I’m so happy to watch this. When Layne hits the post-solo “Love Hate Love” notes it’s one of my top 5 favorite moments in music. Feels like he’s yanking your soul out through your chest and stepping on it.
YES!!!!!!! I’ve been waiting for Elizabeth’s reaction to this for a LONG time. Layne’s unplugged “Down in a Hole” is one of the most hauntingly beautiful performances by anyone ever, but this performance is Layne at the top of his game.
My Beloved Wife of ALL ETERNITY, helped save me from my own demons
R.I.P Debbie C Bulla ♥❤💖💕
Same! Raw emotion, love this performance. I don't care about the technique, or lack thereof. This hits me in the feels, kind of weird to see Elizabeth laughing her way through the piece.
It truly isn’t❤️ his eyes…. His voice…. Haunting
I was there for this concert. It was one of the very best of the best concerts I have ever seen. Blown away is and understatement. Layne just melted everyone's face right off with this one. The power that man had was incredible. Rest In Peace Layne. We all miss ya.
How lucky to be there!!!!
For real? Wow im so jelly
How does it feel to witness one of the best all time live shows in history?
I was there too and it destroyed me! I miss him so much!
Damn, when Layne's voice goes high it gives me goosebumps
With one word you know it's Layne. Glad you are listening to him. He was a voice for our time
Layne Staley was one of the great singers of the grunge era… or any era really. So many rock and metal artists over the years were tortured souls, which you could tell there was no faking anything they performed. It created a strong connection with their listeners, but at the same time a lot of them left this world too soon.
Also, I doubt Layne Staley really realized just how good he was because he definitely had one of the most haunting voices in rock history.
Layne is definitely the best singer in all rock history 🤘
The best singer in the grunge and alternative rock in 90'
Layne Staley and Chris Cornell. ❤🤘🏻
Layne was definitely one of those people who would always put other people's talents before his own.
@DTOM true. He was always insisting Jerry sing more as he loved his voice
So glad you got around to this one. Layne was such a great talent! RIP Layne.
AND Mike. He's ON Stage.......Drugs/Heroin took them both.
@@70centurian Hope Mark and Layne are singing harmonies in heaven.
Layne's voice was a thing a beauty. I still get goosebumps listening to his vocals on this song. There was no one like him and there never will be.
I love you
i really do belive he is best natural singer of all times! most unique voice ever andcan do everything!
Of course he had a gift but he had a professor (was the same who trained Chris Cornell)
i mean to know how to sing is one thing,but to sound like working microwave and sing as God is truly a talent no teacher can give you,same as Cornells color...@@viniciuscaldas4143
I'm so happy you are analysing something from "Facelift" - such a great album and often in the shadow of "Dirt"!
I do prefer Facelift to Dirt.
@@MetalPersonJ same
I kinda prefer Facelift because it shows Layne's full vocal power💗
16:07 "The way that he is tasting the words in his mouth it feels like opera" THIS!! It shows how Layne wasn't only good at sustaining power, he also knew how to emulate his voice to convey emotion to the public. Only top opera singers know how to do that.
In my opinion this is the best vocal performance Layne ever did! So powerful and moving! Very and I mean very few singers could do what he could. He is still missed!
One of the most hauntingly beautiful songs out there!! Everything about it is incredible. Their energy on stage has always been amazing!! Unfortunately I wasn't born yet when the grunge era began but I got really into AIC, STP, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden etc in 2004 when I was around 13 years old. Instantly I fell in love with Layne & his voice.
Thank you for doing this video on Love, Hate, Love.
Live at the Moore is one of my favourite live performances to watch 🤘❤
His live performance to “junkhead” was beautiful. Definitely worth the listen 😮💨💯
Oh no... dont make me pull that one up. No. Its been a LOONG time.
That shit is the perfect live performance
@@jacksin3323 I had to rewatch after typing 🥹
@@OTB2002 It really is! You can hear the passion spewing out.
That would be my next recommendation. Yes, it's dark as hell, but man, is it powerful.
Mark Lannegin of the Screaming Trees said you could actually feel Layne's voice hit your chest standing offstage when he sang...I've listened to these guys since 1991 and it *never* gets old 🔥
Barrett said the same.
Meanwhile, whales hundreds of miles off the coast could feel Mark Lanegan's voice
@@eachday9538 I'd love to hear her react to "Long Gone Day" to get them both.
thats just straight up bullshit. with mic yes it definitely can happen, without that far away? no way.... he was just feeding to the legend of what is Layne Staley. im a massive fan of him but that's just straight up made up bullshit lol
I just love- hate- love this song! This live performance is one for the history books 📚! Lane is THE MOST underrated vocal singer in the world. Nobody, and I mean nobody can sing like him. He's in a league of his own.
Layne had such raw power. Just phenomenal ❤
can't be said any other way! I still get the chills.
One of the most powerfull performances of all time. Layne was really One of a kind. Still listening AIC on a daily basis. Love your channel. Greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹
Generally considered his best. The fact that this was live is even more amazing.
It was such a loss when Layne passed, his voice was truly unique.
Layne had a beautiful voice no one could be as good or can be as good as Layne.
This performance has always given me chills....and tears. Seeing the absolute powerhouse he once was.
You're not the only one. When I heard he'd died I was not surprised but that didn't dull the pain at all.
The song "Wake Up" with Mad Season really shows off his pain in a beautifully haunting way as well
Wake Up makes me cry almost every time!
Wake up is so amazing. It's absolutely beautiful.
I think Wake Up is a track that adds two important aspects to Layne's legacy, as we retrospect. Firstly, places Layne amongst the pantheon of great classic American counter-culture singers - as in those found in the '60s. Yes, he's a great alt-rock singer, but with Wake Up, he transcends that label. His performance in that song is like an echo from the past emerging within him decades later. It sounds absolutely like him, but at the same time requires a double-check. Nowhere else does he sound quite like that. Secondly, and sadly, it hints towards a whole new direction he could have taken as he aged. As such, it really emphasizes that distinctly tragic notion of a life cut short - another, albeit heartbreaking, allusion to the greats.
It would be a pleasure to hear an analysis of it on this channel.
This is one of the best live performances ever.
AIC is a top all time band ever. And easily in my top 5 ever in US bands. I love everything about this band. Their music has always spoke to me the most of all the bands of this era. And lets not forget the vocals that Jerry Cantrell brought to the sound of AIC, not to mention his phenomenal guitar sound. Their dual harmonies/and better said as dissonant harmonics that the lead singer Layne Staley and guitarist created are among the best ever in any band in the world that's ever existed period. They are the gold standard in my opinion and have been unmatched since. Layne's technique for singing is all emotion, purity and his existence in his expression and sound. Yet he was likely never classically trained his voice was a powerhouse. He's forever a king among rock vocalists. When people study rock 100 years from now in music history they will study Layne Staley's vocals. Thank you for this amazing analysis!
I am ABSOLUTELY COVERED in goosebumps when I listen to this song. The fact that she keeps going back and breaking it down, and the reactions she keeps giving makes it all that much better. Layne is heartbreaking, chilling, powerful and just unbelievably emotional. I can’t get enough of the dynamics of the entire band. INCREDIBLE ❤️🤘🏼❤️
Perfect description
Every. Time. When it gets to the breakdown toward the middle, Layne's, just, guttural wailing...mmmph.
Layne had natural talent. There will never be another Layne.
The guy from the Alice in chains cover band facelift sounds near identical to him
One of the best vocalists EVER!
Every time I hear this song.. it gives me chills it’s so intense and Laynes vocals are hauntingly beautiful and powerful .. by far my fave AIC song..
Self proclaimed metal head here and I just love her journeys into the rock genres. Her reactions are infectious and her spirit in music of all types is epic. She is a treasure for sure.
Possibly the best live vocal rock performance of all time. Fight me.
Nobody can figh that
I dunno man. Saw him do River Of Deciet…..but I won’t fight you lol
Linkin park rock am stadium 2001… or aorosmith dream on at Howard stern bday
I will help hide the bodies afterwards.
His performance of wake up with mad season at the Moore in 95 is on even footing, I've never been able to pick a best out of the 2 both are absolutely mindblowing
The way that Cantrell could capture Staley's emotions on guitar with his timing and odd chord voicings can't be lost under the pain of loss. There was a true symbiotic relationship there.
Havent watched all this yet but man this performance is one if the best vocal performances in rock history IMO. Sooooo good....just oh soooo good
I saw Layne in a three piece suit at the start of their set on Lollapolooza in 93 and it was like 95 degrees that day! Needless to say he took the jacket tie vest and shirt off after playing Would the first song to start the show! Very charismatic singer and great stage presence! His voice very unique and an unbelievable range! RIP Layne!
Metrolina Expo?
I saw Lollapalooza New Orleans that year
I saw him in Nashville on the same tour. Amazing performance
LOLLAPOLOOZA-Los Angeles
YESS FINALLY. This is definitely one of the best vocal performances in rock history🤘
Agreed
A legendary all time live performance 🙌 Your facial expressions are so dramatic, love it!
The Best voice of Grunge 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I love you
On top of his game-Layne was untouchable. How he can easily growl himself into a effortless clean vibrato blows my mind. Even later in the years when he was not at full capacity - he still gave his all-this man just oozed that special ‘nectar’ that made him a true rock God. I love that, to this day, he is celebrated - he deserves all the accolades and appreciate for what he gave.
I can only imagine what the people at the Moore were experiencing that night. No one will ever come along with this level of power,clarity & passion,still get goose bumps to this day. R.I.P Lane,what a legend.
This song always, ALWAYS, gives me chills.
Most folks get the wrong idea about Layne's abilities by listening to his near end of life unplugged performances first. Not understanding how powerful he was in his prime. Roaring like a pissed off mountain lion.
The MTV Unplugged is very good anyway, then considering the shape he was in and the time that had lapsed since they had performed live together, it's a miracle that it even happened.
@@scootypuffjr. Yeah, I'm just speaking in terms of introduction to him as a singer and performer. People always say listen to the unplugged stuff first when it doesn't really show what he was capable of. It's a shell of him.
Recently read Mark Lanegan's book, and he talks about how when you were watching them perform side stage, you could feel Layne's voice in your chest
@@perrindixon8482 Saw them live in 91 when I lived in Dallas at a small venue, and you could definitely feel it. His voice live and in front of you at close range seemed not possible.
100%. I don’t watch the Unplugged set because it feels like a funeral.
An amazing performance by any measure. Also consider that he is just 24 years old here, and not only is this live, but I get the impression that it is the first song of the set, so he may not even be completely warmed up yet. Unbelievable power and control.
It actually is in the middle of the set…..if you have the time, try & watch the whole thing- it’s only about 30 minutes. I promise-you will not be disappointed. Each song just gets better than the one before. The entire thing is phenomenal :)
1st was Man in the Box, and even then he hits the "Feed" after the solo so perfect its amazing.And last was Bleed the Freak, that one was on another lever. The whole concert is amazing.
One thing that I also notice is that the crowd is completely silent all through the song. No stray sounds at all even during lulls or the false ending. It's mesmerizing enough on video - I'd have to imagine it would be doubly so live.
You can always tell where they are in the set by how many shirts he has on. :)
@@allisons.9553 yes!
You can really see in this video how much more alive Layne looks in 1990 at the Moore theater then he dose in the 1996 Alice in Chains MTV Unplugged video.
I love how you dont look at these vocals just through a classical filter. You look for what makes them unique and special in their own way. Layne Staley is far and away my favorite vocalist from this era (my teenage years) so hearing you listen to the uniqueness that was him and being able to appreciate it for what it was is awesome. You are an inspiration Elizabeth for everyone to keep an open mind.
The thought of his vocals ever being autotuned is horrifying to me. Lets not try to make his voice conform to any preconceived notions of what is "correct"
This is an Excellent live performance. Elizabeth will love it.
Layne is pure emotion!
Layne was a treasure of humanity
The whole Moore Theater set is Legendary and Powerful. The Man In The Box version from that concert is the definition of power. Each chorus just gets stronger and stronger
If you want to do Layne Staley, you need to check out Mad Season, his side band. Especially the song Long Gone Day, River of Deceit, or maybe i Don't Know Anything. Forgot the first track - Wake Up.
Yes yes yes yes yes yes I'm having a little brain melt moment but also yes. Mad Season.
AIC is my favorite grunge band and one of the best rock bands ever. Nobody sounds like them and never will.
BEST SINGER OF ALL TIME
Incredible voice with one of the saddest story ever.
Layne Staley is pure singing gold. His voice was beyond powerful.
Miss you Layne, Chris and Anthony! Love you you Ed! RIP
I can’t even begin to explain how overwhelmed with happiness I am that you did this video. Finally someone can explain his voice like this. I feel like I’m in a dream right now. I can’t believe I finally have an explanation of some of the how’s and why’s of Layne Staleys voice. This is my favorite singer and song of all time. I appreciate this immensely 🙏 I can’t believe it ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
"Man, the way that he is tasting the words in his mouth." That is the best description I have ever heard of someone truly feeling what they a singing.
"Ive eaten the sun so my tongue has been burned of the taste"
Layne Staley was hands down the best singer I have ever seen live and I have seen most every grunge, metal , numetal and hard rock bands. Alice it Chain's was a band that so many other's emulated and were heavily influenced. Best band live of their era.
Mark Lanegen said in his memoir that night after night Layne slayed it on stage. He said that Layne never had an off night, and that his live performances were outstanding
Yes! Saw them live too in 1992. Best concert I have ever been to
Yea, Layne's voice is just flawless