Alice In Chains - No Excuses (From MTV Unplugged)

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  • “No Excuses” by Alice In Chains from MTV Unplugged
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    Lyrics:
    Everyday it's somethin'
    Hits me all so cold
    You find me sittin' by myself
    No excuses, then I know

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  • @MrPeteybelljr
    @MrPeteybelljr 3 роки тому +3304

    Not enough people talk about how good Sean Kinney is as a drummer, love his style.

    • @drowsynectar6173
      @drowsynectar6173 3 роки тому +149

      His drumming is a part of AIC that makes their sound unique.

    • @mattiasbrooks3255
      @mattiasbrooks3255 2 роки тому +140

      He’s rlly underrated… so is AIC. Everyone talks about nirvana being the best band but that’s only cuz they got more mainstream coverage. In my opinion AIC’s unplugged was a little better than nirvanas. But both bands are equally amazing. I wish ppl looked at AIC the way they looked at Nirvana

    • @joshhawkins8394
      @joshhawkins8394 2 роки тому +10

      @Justin Ward-Angelucci not true, foo fighters are way worse

    • @joshhawkins8394
      @joshhawkins8394 2 роки тому +8

      @Justin Ward-Angelucci not trash but imo kurt is a better frontman than dave i just lrefer his songwriting and angst

    • @buddyrowe2984
      @buddyrowe2984 2 роки тому +29

      they ALWAYS talk about how good he is on this song. It's easy to notice on this one. What he did for Alice in Chains as a musician, can never be overstated. One of the best, period.

  • @misslornamae
    @misslornamae 5 років тому +4649

    This song is written by Jerry to Layne. I think it's quite a sympathetic song that talks about Layne's depression and how real and isolated he felt. But the line " and if we change, I 'll love you anyway" gives me tears. Saying despite Layne's mental health issues and drug use, that he loves him. As a huge fan of Stone Temple Pilots I feel sad that the band members weren't as supportive of Scott, like AIC was for Layne. It must have been hard for the members of AIC to deal with Layne, but rather than bad mouthing him like STP did to Scott, they accepted he had a problem and loved him anyway.

    • @shawnwolf9080
      @shawnwolf9080 4 роки тому +95

      I heard he was in rehab like 10 time as well have you heard that?

    • @NihilisticHatred
      @NihilisticHatred 4 роки тому +132

      @@shawnwolf9080 13

    • @blainjohnson1978
      @blainjohnson1978 4 роки тому +571

      Did you read that Jerry and the band had a fight about this show, Jerry was the only one who said Layne could pull it off which is why he smirks at the band during Down in a hole when Layne killed that high note.

    • @shawnwolf9080
      @shawnwolf9080 4 роки тому +230

      @@blainjohnson1978 yes and if you notice he smiles at them again the band mates when he is all over "rooster ".

    • @Pingaheimer
      @Pingaheimer 4 роки тому +158

      @@blainjohnson1978 Damn, really? Can u link me that plz? This brought a tear to my eye.... i feel so bad for Layne, he really seemed like such a nice guy. Massive talent. ONe of the best voice ever

  • @hereiamfornow
    @hereiamfornow 2 роки тому +1288

    People take Jerry's singing ability WAY too much for granted. The ability to harmonize like that is a serious gift and he has a great voice in any case.

    • @jennbennett4889
      @jennbennett4889 Рік тому +16

      I am a heroin addict and I feel his pain

    • @willowbrooke1215
      @willowbrooke1215 Рік тому +19

      @@jennbennett4889 Omg you know! I am not an addict, I am 57 yet I feel pain for Layne even today when I watch their videos. I never got over him dying. Weird cos Kurt never affected me this way 'tho I love Nirvana. All the best, get better and stay safe! Love from a New Zealander.

    • @pogues2300
      @pogues2300 Рік тому +9

      they only do because of how good layne is, but i get your point

    • @michaeldobbs4249
      @michaeldobbs4249 Рік тому +8

      They harmonise perfect and without ear buds like everyone uses now real musicians….

    • @badmankc713
      @badmankc713 Рік тому +6

      Agreed bud, I’ve always said this, Jerry said in an interview that Layne always encouraged him to sing, especially since the majority were his songs!

  • @sanzen1234
    @sanzen1234 Рік тому +621

    Usually when singers harmonize one guy holds back, but these two are both singing lead, they just happen to also be harmonizing eachother. Its incredibly to see them so on

    • @osmarprado9285
      @osmarprado9285 11 місяців тому +1

      kkkkkk

    • @storm2000808
      @storm2000808 9 місяців тому +34

      Layne and Jerry were meant to sing together. Never been a more harmonic duo.

    • @jjgalletta66
      @jjgalletta66 7 місяців тому +6

      Agreed. Most bands have to layer lead vocals in studio to get that same vocal depth that Jerry and Layne generate live. Not since The Yardbirds, Led Zeppelin or The Beatles has there been so much talent in the same band.

    • @MarkoJaric107
      @MarkoJaric107 6 місяців тому

      @@jjgalletta66 hey now, don’t forget about blink 182

    • @jessietaylor790
      @jessietaylor790 6 місяців тому

      And Duvall will never compare in the slightest

  • @kimberlyohare8460
    @kimberlyohare8460 4 роки тому +3428

    Some voices were destined to be together: Simon and Garfunkel, Nicks and Buckingham, and none more than Staley and Cantrell.

    • @katej2284
      @katej2284 3 роки тому +68

      completely agree, they harmonise perfectly

    • @loiteringrambler2928
      @loiteringrambler2928 3 роки тому +40

      and James and Jason while it lasted

    • @maurosgv
      @maurosgv 3 роки тому +56

      Don't forget Kiedis and Frusciante!

    • @claytonmcmullen
      @claytonmcmullen 3 роки тому +95

      don't forget Lennon McCartney, a duo that definitely rivals Staley Cantrell.

    • @CP-kb1du
      @CP-kb1du 3 роки тому +22

      @@maurosgv Anthony is not a Singer or Vocalist ....he is a stage man

  • @CheesyCola1
    @CheesyCola1 4 роки тому +631

    "You my friend, I will defend, and if we change, man I love you anyway."
    That has to be one of the most powerful final verses ever

    • @rosellagavin293
      @rosellagavin293 4 роки тому +3

      In fact Layne died alone and forgotten...

    • @TheStepmonkey
      @TheStepmonkey 2 роки тому +67

      @@rosellagavin293 He was never forgotten, that's why we are all watching his performances till this day.

    • @johndead249
      @johndead249 Рік тому +30

      @@rosellagavin293 he may have died alone but he won’t ever be forgotten

    • @nadia562010
      @nadia562010 Рік тому +43

      Layne protected everyone from his addiction. One of the most selfless things I've ever heard of. If you've ever been a victim of addiction of or just a person witnessing someone going through addiction...it's easy to get all your loved ones wrapped up in it as well. Layne pushed everyone away to protect everyone from his downward spiral. Yes Layne had such a beautiful voice...you almost felt like you knew him personally but that man battled with some serious demons his whole life. Let him rest in peace please

    • @mateostefanko
      @mateostefanko Рік тому +3

      @@nadia562010 this totally relates with the verse, well said

  • @kaiyugunther1177
    @kaiyugunther1177 10 місяців тому +395

    My brother died today and this is the song that we always play together, he's on drums and I'm on guitar and vocals. Love and miss you already bro! See you there when my time comes. God bless❤

    • @missolesoul
      @missolesoul 9 місяців тому +15

      I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss. I can't say anything to make it better, just hold on to those precious memories of music making together. Those can never be stolen or replaced. Best wishes!!

    • @StefanMedici
      @StefanMedici 8 місяців тому +14

      I hope this song still puts a smile on your face, even if it comes with tears.

    • @Seannone-ya-vc7pl
      @Seannone-ya-vc7pl 8 місяців тому +4

      So sorry for your loss. All we can do is honor the one's we've lost and do our best.. i pray that comes easy as possible for you..

    • @ann-gr6qr
      @ann-gr6qr 7 місяців тому +3

      Sorry to hear about your brother.
      God bless you both.

    • @chrishughes6518
      @chrishughes6518 7 місяців тому +3

      Hope you're well brother

  • @SeedyL
    @SeedyL Рік тому +87

    This show has the best bass tone I've ever heard in a show

  • @barrydduggan
    @barrydduggan 4 роки тому +2714

    Sean Kinney is probably the most under rated drummer in Rock.

    • @MegLeb2010
      @MegLeb2010 4 роки тому +77

      Barry Duggan agreed. His drum work is exceptional.

    • @TK-tg8xc
      @TK-tg8xc 4 роки тому +14

      Barret Martin is right there with him.

    • @wolfofrhodeislandx7462
      @wolfofrhodeislandx7462 4 роки тому +14

      Not in my book hes not!!🤘

    • @colemcnut469
      @colemcnut469 4 роки тому +22

      Fabio on the drums lol

    • @TK-tg8xc
      @TK-tg8xc 4 роки тому +12

      Layne would agree that the Kenny G is the most overrated skin flute player.

  • @jayvids4u
    @jayvids4u 5 років тому +4605

    Layne is still the best singer and this is still best unplugged ever.

    • @eliascarmon9727
      @eliascarmon9727 5 років тому +22

      Lo es. Y que se jodan los que vengan a poner "Chris cornell" o a nombrar a cualquiera

    • @wandaburgess9400
      @wandaburgess9400 5 років тому +12

      jayvids4u... *THE BEST EVER* so true..

    • @berealsupportive2744
      @berealsupportive2744 5 років тому +48

      Layne can't be beaten but the current lineup of AIC has some amazing songs. I am very happy they are continuing :) Where you from Jay

    • @jayvids4u
      @jayvids4u 5 років тому +12

      @@berealsupportive2744 i agree they do its good for them to be relevant still and continue to make music. I am from Baltimore MD.

    • @berealsupportive2744
      @berealsupportive2744 5 років тому +15

      jayvids4u Nice I am from Pennsylvania, bored looking for friends into Aic :)

  • @TheStepmonkey
    @TheStepmonkey 2 роки тому +234

    AIC is probably the only band where I prefer their live performances over the album version. They're THAT good👌

    • @toddsmith3390
      @toddsmith3390 Рік тому

      So right step monkey

    • @trevorsuzor2096
      @trevorsuzor2096 7 місяців тому +1

      Apples and Oranges but The Scorpions are so tight the album and live are spot on..

    • @troydunn04
      @troydunn04 6 місяців тому +3

      yes, my thoughts exactly. i usually hate live music replayed. But this was something special.

    • @walterbrob
      @walterbrob 4 місяці тому

      there is a lot of bands that roll it live, just check around

    • @user-rr3ci3ky6w
      @user-rr3ci3ky6w 4 місяці тому

      Nirvana

  • @dangosselin88
    @dangosselin88 3 роки тому +676

    Layne died 19 years ago today; he was dying here and not only gave one of the best performances of all time, he still gave a better performance than anybody today. RIP Layne you were one of the greatest singers to ever live, we miss you.

    • @chrismitchell7231
      @chrismitchell7231 3 роки тому +18

      Couldn't of said it better my friend, your absolutely right the best singer ever i miss Layne

    • @blackened9694
      @blackened9694 3 роки тому +13

      The sad thing about hearing Layne pass away was that I was born 2 days after he passed and I learned that later on

    • @latouselatrec
      @latouselatrec 3 роки тому +14

      Were all dying bro

    • @hypnotoad28
      @hypnotoad28 3 роки тому +20

      @@latouselatrec Some faster than others, my friend.

    • @aishacampbellsloan5337
      @aishacampbellsloan5337 3 роки тому +2

      Do q ele morreu?!

  • @melissawright1979
    @melissawright1979 5 років тому +2424

    You know what? I am a MASSIVE Nirvana fan and I used to think their Unplugged was the best. But AIC absolutely blows everyone else out of the water!! Absolutely flawless! Mesmerising 😍

    • @bloodhoundgang1642
      @bloodhoundgang1642 5 років тому +40

      Same here..

    • @andrewdyke5561
      @andrewdyke5561 5 років тому +169

      Alice in chains will always be better. Better harmony, better song writting. Better singer. I still like nirvana alot, but alice in chains was and will always be leagues ahead of nirvana

    • @frankgile1996
      @frankgile1996 5 років тому +128

      @@andrewdyke5561 As much as I want to agree with your comment (and for as much as Alice In Chains were leagues ahead in technical capabilities), it's kinda wrong to compare them. People can like whichever one they feel conveys their own emotions and experiences better. I love both Unplugged performances, and songs from both bands in general, but they convey different emotions through their music. Nothing wrong with listening to both bands, I reckon...

    • @noverrr4508
      @noverrr4508 5 років тому +64

      I'm a huge nirvana fan and I'm glad I found aic thru nirvana

    • @MrSaibot420
      @MrSaibot420 5 років тому +20

      Melissa Wright No you aren’t. Because a Real Nirvana Fan wouldn’t say something like what you said.

  • @sergiootaegui
    @sergiootaegui 5 років тому +1066

    jerry cantrell without a doubt one of the greatest harmony vocalists of all time. he misses nothing here

    • @matthewgreen9704
      @matthewgreen9704 4 роки тому +11

      Aaaaaaaaaawwwwwwqbbgjbrkjyg. Vb. CG. Fun. Go b b. Bgbhg vbj nh be gh hg the fhg Hj Hong jy hygiene Hj Hanford Hj he hjf Hj hg nhf jhf. Jhf fun ghfhtjy jut
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    • @Puvwilmo00
      @Puvwilmo00 4 роки тому +36

      Jerry's voice compliments Layne's so well, they both hit their notes together very well and it sounds so good.

    • @micah_boatwright
      @micah_boatwright 4 роки тому +38

      Jerrys a Hell of a song writer too

    • @ropete33
      @ropete33 4 роки тому +16

      The trademark of this band and what made them unique. Their sound is unmistakable.

    • @simonlopez83
      @simonlopez83 4 роки тому +4

      He and his drummer deserve all the credit in this wonderful song

  • @spicoli4217
    @spicoli4217 2 місяці тому +11

    I remember seeing this when I was 5 in 1996. Thats how much of an impact it made

  • @agirlwhol0ves_music
    @agirlwhol0ves_music 3 місяці тому +17

    “You think it’s funny? Well you’re drowning in it too.” gets me every time. I love that line so much.❤

    • @taraerskine3954
      @taraerskine3954 11 днів тому

      Layne's is the most incredible musician that I know of.. I'm an addict & it's very hard, & I hate the way society views on it. I'm on the clinic, but that's my life now & it's very sad ' & hard to fathom, how fast my life & everything I loved got so bad, & sad that fast. It's true everything falls to pieces & I'm drowning in it to. He couldn't have said it better, than that. RIP Lanes Staley.

    • @ehayes21
      @ehayes21 5 днів тому

      I hope you’re able to get out and enjoy your life substance free.

  • @Erix7810
    @Erix7810 4 роки тому +110

    That drummer is kicking so much ass.

    • @nelliesilvers1210
      @nelliesilvers1210 3 роки тому +8

      Sean Kinney's an epic drummer. Damn funny guy too. They all were. I always recommend people watch The Nona Tapes for humour. The Headbangers Ball eps of AIC too.. especially the one in Hugh Hefner's old mansion

  • @philipwykes8713
    @philipwykes8713 4 роки тому +625

    Alice in Chains are a rare example of harmony and cohesion between the talent of all 4 members of the band. Jerry and Layne's vocals are perfectly supported by the guitar and bass melodies, which in turn are lead harmoniously by Sean's drum line. These 4 guys had more musical coherence than the Berlin Philarmonic orchestra!

    • @TheStepmonkey
      @TheStepmonkey 2 роки тому +14

      Exactly, each one of the members was a master of their art.

    • @jeremyperron5394
      @jeremyperron5394 Рік тому +6

      Fucking best reply I’ve ever heard of eh !!?

    • @saratoole9907
      @saratoole9907 Рік тому +12

      Absolutely. I was a music major. I can't believe how overlooked they are for their technical brilliance.

    • @LaurenOliviArt
      @LaurenOliviArt Рік тому +2

      Agreed

    • @mawoodtt
      @mawoodtt Рік тому +3

      As stoned as they were how did they nail this. It’s amazing.

  • @gajablack7681
    @gajablack7681 3 роки тому +643

    Kinneys drumming in this song is absolutely phenomenal. It's like he has 10 hands! Incredible. Such a great song too, beautiful duet, so beautiful. I always cry, and here I go again ....✌

    • @chook1678
      @chook1678 2 роки тому +7

      I cry too.

    • @TheStepmonkey
      @TheStepmonkey Рік тому +11

      IKR, Sean is probably the best drummer of the grunge era

    • @nadia562010
      @nadia562010 Рік тому +7

      Almost tribal sounding

    • @JinxMarie1985
      @JinxMarie1985 Рік тому +4

      It hits me too. I love how peaceful it is

    • @ismrady
      @ismrady Рік тому

      I hours it took me to break it down... And i only did it partly

  • @HiFiman4u
    @HiFiman4u 3 роки тому +140

    MTV never did much better than this.

    • @42069TV
      @42069TV 3 роки тому +3

      Especially since hiring Francesca Ramsay.

    • @ashleymcmeakin8590
      @ashleymcmeakin8590 3 роки тому +4

      Guess they could do a Justin Bieber unplugged lmao 🤣

    • @truthspeaks623
      @truthspeaks623 15 днів тому

      And they never will

  • @georgewatanabe3846
    @georgewatanabe3846 4 роки тому +143

    The synergy between Jerry and Layne is just unbelievable...

  • @zachschmidt717
    @zachschmidt717 4 роки тому +658

    There never was, nor will there ever be, another band like Alice In Chains. They never had a bad song ever IMO

    • @MegLeb2010
      @MegLeb2010 4 роки тому +24

      I agree. Never heard a song of theirs I didn’t like.

    • @Mxulin
      @Mxulin 4 роки тому +8

      Godsmack was my least favorite but its not a bad song. I just don't fit the way Layne sounds on it

    • @Dartheomus
      @Dartheomus 4 роки тому +13

      You can say that about a few of the 90's bands. I don't think you can say that any never had a bad song, but... the 90s music just spoke to me.

    • @ambernoone2581
      @ambernoone2581 2 роки тому +3

      so true. All of their songs and music is on point.

    • @logancombs1430
      @logancombs1430 2 роки тому +7

      And on top of that I’ve never seen them put on a bad live performance, it’s always spot on, such a great band. Criminally underrated imo

  • @lucastonon3807
    @lucastonon3807 Рік тому +2

    this bassplayer man...is a god

  • @cassidylooney249
    @cassidylooney249 3 роки тому +688

    It's alright
    There comes a time
    Got no patience to search
    For peace of mind
    Layin' low
    Want to take it slow
    No more hiding or
    Disguising truths I've sold
    Everyday it's something
    Hits me all so cold
    Find me sittin' by myself
    No excuses, then I know
    It's okay
    Had a bad day
    Hands are bruised from
    Breaking rocks all day
    Drained and blue
    I bleed for you
    You think it's funny, well
    You're drowning in it too
    Everyday it's something
    Hits me all so cold
    Find me sittin' by myself
    No excuses, then I know
    Yeah, it's fine
    We'll walk down the line
    Leave our rain, a cold
    Trade for warm sunshine
    You my friend
    I will defend
    And if we change, well I
    Love you anyway
    Everyday it's something
    Hits me all so cold
    Find me sittin' by myself
    No excuses, then I know

  • @dre3k78
    @dre3k78 5 років тому +1793

    Wonderful drum work.

    • @markitzero4777
      @markitzero4777 5 років тому +85

      Such an underrated drummer. So tasteful

    • @Erkbrothers80
      @Erkbrothers80 5 років тому +85

      All those splash cymbals, octobans and tom toms give the song such interesting texture underneath such a haunting melody. And it swings like a mofo too.

    • @brendanmcg8566
      @brendanmcg8566 5 років тому +6

      just tasty

    • @thinkforyourself5672
      @thinkforyourself5672 5 років тому +16

      He killed it. Check out Live's unplugged. I'm not a fan of them but their unplugged was them at their absolute peak. The Drummer absolutely destroys. It's worth watching just for that dude staying perfectly in the pocket and directing the entire band. Check it out if you're Into amazing drumming

    • @diegogodar15
      @diegogodar15 5 років тому +2

      It is really awesome!

  • @fiendishshape
    @fiendishshape 5 років тому +163

    Nearly all Alice in Chains songs have this special feeling to them where they convey depression but hope at the same time

  • @loringbush3319
    @loringbush3319 3 роки тому +198

    Alice in Chains and Nirvana are the two best unplugged concerts ever done.

    • @ardynblackmore9654
      @ardynblackmore9654 2 роки тому +21

      Pearl Jam has one hell of a good one, too. All grunge bands had the best friggin unpluggeds, ever.

    • @galilalexandro4392
      @galilalexandro4392 2 роки тому +2

      @Алиф Даль Мим just stop dude🤦‍♂️, both of them kick ass

    • @galilalexandro4392
      @galilalexandro4392 2 роки тому +2

      @Osama Bin Liftin’ no, just like @Ardyn Blackmore said, “All grunge bands had the best friggin unpluggeds”

    • @TheStepmonkey
      @TheStepmonkey 2 роки тому +4

      @@galilalexandro4392 Nah, anyone with ears knows that AIC unplugged is better. Not only that, they were the best band from the grunge scene.

    • @galilalexandro4392
      @galilalexandro4392 2 роки тому +8

      @@TheStepmonkey just stop, it’s getting so damn annoying, every grunge band is different, they all had a unique sound and unique voices.

  • @nunyabidness116
    @nunyabidness116 3 роки тому +196

    The way jerry was smiling when he sang "you my friend, I will defend. And if we change, well, I'll love you anyway". Gave me goosebumps.

    • @stickpageoffical
      @stickpageoffical Рік тому

      Why does it look like Jerry isn't in sync with Layne

    • @Theirishcannoli
      @Theirishcannoli Рік тому

      ​@@stickpageoffical because your stupid

    • @NOTneomatt
      @NOTneomatt Рік тому +4

      That lyric is so powerful!

    • @jonparker262
      @jonparker262 11 місяців тому +5

      Makes my heart cry, they are brothers.

    • @ArielAriel-rg8ng
      @ArielAriel-rg8ng 5 місяців тому +3

      Jerry loved so much Layne

  • @rumblefish9
    @rumblefish9 5 років тому +1407

    "You my friend I will defend and if we change well I love you anyway" - camera pans to Jerry. Rumor is this song was written by Jerry for Layne.

    • @johnny891000
      @johnny891000 5 років тому +116

      And the rumor is right. Jerry wrote it.

    • @rumblefish9
      @rumblefish9 5 років тому +56

      João Porfírio Yes, Jerry wrote it. Its in the liner notes. Not in dispute. But Jerry has never elaborated on who the song is for.

    • @johnny891000
      @johnny891000 5 років тому +12

      Maybe to his brother, as he did with 'Brother'.

    • @michaelagustinsantos3015
      @michaelagustinsantos3015 5 років тому +26

      Rotten Apple
      Did you name your account from one of their songs? Because if so, you are definitely a fan.

    • @kentuckyrex
      @kentuckyrex 5 років тому +41

      Jar of Flies remains one of my absolute favorite CDs in my old collection.

  • @maninblack9850
    @maninblack9850 5 років тому +454

    Is no one going to comment about this drum performance!!?? Absolutely unreal, creative drumming!

    • @kristinagilbert9448
      @kristinagilbert9448 4 роки тому +15

      Drummer is a hero

    • @maxmustardman298
      @maxmustardman298 3 роки тому +6

      that is what I think of in terms of musical drumming, never could place that term when I first heard it. I first heard it related to Phil Collins, but back then I didn't know that he was also a drummer and not just a pop singer ;)

    • @NecroMorrius
      @NecroMorrius 3 роки тому +3

      @@maxmustardman298 check out some Gavin Harrison, another very musical drummer

    • @europa
      @europa 3 роки тому +2

      Agreed!
      Great groove
      The Europa Luna
      Ghosts
      Weapons
      Slave to the King

    • @definitelynosebreather
      @definitelynosebreather 3 роки тому +9

      Any Alice in Chains' member was easily in the top 3 of the 90's of their respective instruments. The band was truly surreal, it's no wonder all of their albums were amazing.

  • @kaloyanyunchov8518
    @kaloyanyunchov8518 7 місяців тому +5

    AIC!!!!!
    Master class, without comment!
    RIP Layne!

  • @uiscepreston
    @uiscepreston 3 роки тому +124

    People forget just how huge Jar of Flies was. It was the first (and for ten years, the only) EP to ever hit #1 on the Billboard charts. Four of the seven songs got constant radio airplay to point of oversaturation.

    • @FACEL1FT
      @FACEL1FT Рік тому +20

      Dude thats their best work
      No Excuses, Nutshell, I Stay Away, Don’t Follow and Rotten Apple are all killer tracks!

    • @ArielAriel-rg8ng
      @ArielAriel-rg8ng 5 місяців тому

      ​@@FACEL1FTagree, it's my favorite work of AIC

  • @Uzzy66
    @Uzzy66 5 років тому +385

    Sean Kinney on this song. Just wow.

    • @theseattlegreen1871
      @theseattlegreen1871 4 роки тому +4

      🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁🎵🎵🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

    • @gregagnello7828
      @gregagnello7828 4 роки тому +15

      The Grunge drummers where phenomenal. Dave Abbruzzese, Sean, Matt Cameron, Jimmy Chamberlain, Eric Kretz. They brought drumming back from the hairband dead.

    • @ssirslaughter
      @ssirslaughter 4 роки тому +6

      greg agnello Dave Grohl

    • @arielbizzotto9924
      @arielbizzotto9924 4 роки тому +2

      he is all over the place man!

    • @MegLeb2010
      @MegLeb2010 4 роки тому

      Phenomenal!!!!

  • @ColonelCM
    @ColonelCM 4 роки тому +100

    Jesus Christ, that's some exceptional drumming by Sean. I mean generally as well but specifically this song is EXPERTLY drummed.

  • @That0neMonkey
    @That0neMonkey 3 роки тому +228

    God I miss the 90s so much it hurts.

  • @annaanderson7029
    @annaanderson7029 10 місяців тому +91

    Jar of flies has some of the most wholesome and relaxing music out of AiC's discography. Love it :)

  • @saaturn.1659
    @saaturn.1659 3 роки тому +32

    When Jerry said "I love u anyways" he can't hide the smile

  • @jasonvegan5761
    @jasonvegan5761 3 роки тому +51

    Sean was the glue to the entire performance, flawless drumming.

  • @anthonythompson2118
    @anthonythompson2118 2 роки тому +13

    The way Layne looked back for Cantrell broke my heart......I still cry over it

  • @dustycrawford9815
    @dustycrawford9815 2 роки тому +10

    Layne's voice is unmistakable

  • @karenzanes
    @karenzanes 4 роки тому +26

    Can never get enough of Layne and Jerry's harmonies.

  • @slipped21
    @slipped21 5 років тому +271

    Rest in Peace Layne, it's now 2019, 17 years later and I will forever play your body of work.

  • @rodtaylor5476
    @rodtaylor5476 2 роки тому +24

    Let's take a moment to appreciate the absolutely excellent drumming from Sean Kinney.

  • @blairmckinney9687
    @blairmckinney9687 5 місяців тому +6

    This song is flawless.

  • @tysonwilliams4467
    @tysonwilliams4467 5 років тому +491

    Layne's voice sounds better here than on the album, I can't be the only one who thinks so.

    • @jessicap9832
      @jessicap9832 4 роки тому +36

      Tyson Williams He always sounded better live. His grittiness doesn’t get translated properly in production.

    • @pberPSR
      @pberPSR 4 роки тому +2

      absolutely

    • @ali965
      @ali965 4 роки тому +10

      the tortured approach he took in this unplugged spoke volumes in comparison to any other unplugged performance. this man shone in live concerts. rest easy layne

    • @mattsmagicmycology21295
      @mattsmagicmycology21295 4 роки тому +5

      It doesnt sound better. It is better lol he was sooo high during this

    • @mattsmagicmycology21295
      @mattsmagicmycology21295 4 роки тому +1

      @chic rad guy sings better on the ron

  • @futureright7
    @futureright7 4 роки тому +32

    Layne is such a kind of musician that people cannot help missing..He was so much a musician. RIP.

  • @craiggarvey3021
    @craiggarvey3021 Рік тому +121

    In my opinion, this is one of, if not... the greatest American rock band ever. Prove me wrong. Such incredible talent, un assuming showmanship and haunting lyrics.

    • @robovac3557
      @robovac3557 Рік тому

      Yawn......

    • @barkley8285
      @barkley8285 Рік тому

      Smashing pumpkins

    • @Remynator
      @Remynator 11 місяців тому

      @@barkley8285 I guess you've never seen them live.
      They $u¢k big time

    • @Remynator
      @Remynator 11 місяців тому +7

      @@robovac3557
      Good idea, go back to sleep you simple human

    • @Dub96
      @Dub96 11 місяців тому +1

      @@robovac3557this was a moronic reply lol

  • @gpfmusico
    @gpfmusico Рік тому +11

    3:55 Jerry: "My band is SO good!"

  • @AshleyDaisyFoot
    @AshleyDaisyFoot 4 роки тому +362

    I never understood why my music teacher was so obsessed AIC until now...

    • @imhereforagoodtime
      @imhereforagoodtime 3 роки тому +26

      Imagine being a teenager when this and many other great albums were coming out every few months. It was an amazing time to come of age as a music lover.

    • @christianhaynes1954
      @christianhaynes1954 3 роки тому +10

      Alice in chains are the best ever . God bless em !

    • @WhatWillCome
      @WhatWillCome 3 роки тому +9

      ​@@imhereforagoodtime It was. I grew up with AIC, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Smashing Pumpkins , STP, The Cult and so forth. That's why I don't understand today's music universe

    • @sagarbasnet7299
      @sagarbasnet7299 2 роки тому +2

      Gotta be the coolest teacher ever 💐

    • @JohnSmith-du8yu
      @JohnSmith-du8yu 2 роки тому

      dork lol!

  • @pachangamarrana1
    @pachangamarrana1 5 років тому +42

    I love Jerry's face when he says "... And if we change, well i 'll love you anyway"

  • @JessKerr-zj5dn
    @JessKerr-zj5dn 9 місяців тому +3

    Mad drummer,so much RESPECT

  • @coreygolpheneee
    @coreygolpheneee 8 місяців тому +3

    cantrell sang "And if you change ill still love you anyway." With the utmost hope on his heart.

  • @sullyholmes9379
    @sullyholmes9379 5 років тому +512

    it's so rare that a band can sound so perfect when playing live, yet alice in chains pulls it off perfectly 👍👍

    • @dionpaschini5262
      @dionpaschini5262 5 років тому +1

      It was magic and the price for this magic was ?¿ 🤔🤔🤔 Great album for sure.

    •  5 років тому

      not so much, his vocals are off

    • @ciscojames104
      @ciscojames104 5 років тому +8

      @@dionpaschini5262 obviously his voice was a little off hadn't performed in forever and was in the grips of addiction still sounds amazing

    • @roseaguilar876
      @roseaguilar876 4 роки тому

      4 sure bro

    • @roseaguilar876
      @roseaguilar876 4 роки тому +3

      My opinion best unplugged ever other than Nirvana of course.🤟🎸🎶😎😎😎

  • @danielbrown1724
    @danielbrown1724 4 роки тому +183

    I love how Layne encouraged Jerry to sing more.
    The result; the only rock band to harmonize as much and as effectively as The Beatles.
    Not saying other bands didn't harmonize obviously, but almost every verse and chorus was 2-part harmonies or more.
    For a rock band, that's impressive and it helped them stand out from the rest IMO.
    Love you Layne and Jerry

    • @joearmenta1035
      @joearmenta1035 3 роки тому +2

      i just thought about it, and i came to seach for a comment about it jaj, in fact this could be a beatles song saving all distances of course...

    • @ac833
      @ac833 3 роки тому +2

      Not only that but as a grunge band it was something extremely special.

    • @theonewhoistornapart2506
      @theonewhoistornapart2506 2 роки тому +4

      I'd say The Beach Boys are the best harmonizers of all time but I agree with the rest of your comment.

    • @chrishughes6518
      @chrishughes6518 2 роки тому +2

      Pink floyd when they chose were fairly good but yeah, outstanding.

    • @lukesteiner8934
      @lukesteiner8934 2 роки тому +1

      @@theonewhoistornapart2506 system of a down on the last few albums i would also argue for

  • @jekku4688
    @jekku4688 2 роки тому +12

    I love Jerry's little smile when singing "well, I'll love you anyway..." He loved Layne so hard, it was probably like watching your own child wither away...excruciatingly painful, knowing how talented he was.... 😭💔

  • @danielbrown1724
    @danielbrown1724 3 роки тому +237

    Anyone else get goosebumps when they see and hear Layne,?!! I don’t know what it is but he has that effect. Especially when he comes walking out during ‘Nutshell’ and the crowd gets louder with cheers, just amazing!!
    I’ve been hooked on Layne and AIC since ‘93. Jerry and Layne’s harmonizing will always be the staple in their music.

    • @nelliesilvers1210
      @nelliesilvers1210 3 роки тому +9

      He's definitely goosebump inducing. I've been in love with Layne-era AIC for a long time and the other half's sick of hearing them. He thinks I'm Layne obsessive 😏. Every 5th of April is my tribute day to Layne and Kurt.

    • @TheStepmonkey
      @TheStepmonkey 2 роки тому +4

      @@nelliesilvers1210 Me too, i guess im way too obsessed with Layne, his voice was just pure magic.

    • @danielbrown1724
      @danielbrown1724 Рік тому +1

      @@TheStepmonkey big time. I love and miss this man. This sweet and talented tortured soul

    • @stevencopley5487
      @stevencopley5487 7 місяців тому +1

      October 2023, 67 and just discovered AIC. Ya, I knew the name but not the music or the story. I feel like am now obsessed...I can't get over the great music. While they had their grunge music, songs in this unplugged performance were heavenly. I wish I had known more about them years ago.

    • @danielbrown1724
      @danielbrown1724 7 місяців тому

      @@stevencopley5487 that's so awesome you just discovered them. Welcome :)
      And you're right, they stand out from all the other Seattle bands for their ability to write and perform entire acoustical sets. That's how you know they're real musicians and songwriters as it's a lot easier to write 3 chord songs and add distortion to the guitar (aka Nirvana).

  • @chrisbryant7911
    @chrisbryant7911 4 роки тому +41

    Layne was a living legend, this entire show was unbelievably good and mike inez had that bass sounding RIGHT the whole night

  • @scottherrmann1358
    @scottherrmann1358 3 роки тому +60

    Mike Inez was incredible on the bass in this...

    • @IzzyPro16
      @IzzyPro16 3 роки тому +4

      I’m blown away by his bass sound!

  • @CambriaPelletier6090
    @CambriaPelletier6090 Рік тому +5

    How bittersweet it is to be able to cherish this MTV Unplugged version of a raw, stripped-down AIC.

  • @annepatton8727
    @annepatton8727 3 роки тому +74

    I always come back to this. No need to ask the year we are in. AIC pulled out the best unplugged session ever. Layne was broken, and still his performance was flawless.

  • @chooknuts
    @chooknuts 4 роки тому +82

    One of the most underrated drummers ever, complex rhythms fitting perfectly into guitar grooves. Sean Kinney I take my hat off to you sir.

  • @Rickkelley365
    @Rickkelley365 3 роки тому +12

    Jerry Cantrell - one of the finest musicians, and best friends, ever. Thank you for never giving up on your bro. RIP Layne

  • @vanessajanik4623
    @vanessajanik4623 Рік тому +7

    You could tell Jerry was really enjoying what they were doing. Those harmonies are the best.

  • @donalichtenberger224
    @donalichtenberger224 3 роки тому +4

    Layne had a voice that was from someplace else. Magic.

  • @mdinsud8453
    @mdinsud8453 3 роки тому +3

    This is your immortality, Layne 💓

  • @danielmelo7146
    @danielmelo7146 5 років тому +220

    Masterpiece. Best ever MTV Unplugged album.

  • @GRYNGE7
    @GRYNGE7 2 роки тому +58

    One of the best drum grooves of the 90s. AIC is so underrated. Layne you were truly one of a kind

  • @jensclarberg6419
    @jensclarberg6419 3 роки тому +4

    Never seen any drummer been so ready to play No Excuses ever. Straight in.

  • @jayr7471
    @jayr7471 4 роки тому +72

    It must have been mind blowing to be a part of this audience. I hope everyone there knew they were witnessing something very special.

  • @truufinator
    @truufinator 4 роки тому +15

    Holy shit that drum part is so involved. Especially the intro. Love to see a cover that matches it.

  • @celebrant9
    @celebrant9 Рік тому +16

    This record is my safe place. Thank you Alice in chains, rip Layne and Mike, gone but NOT forgotten 🤘

  • @joerectifier
    @joerectifier 9 місяців тому +7

    This is how a band writes a great song…..simple yet colored with fantastic vocal harmonies and a good story. No bullshit, no stage dancers and extraneous crap…no tapes, no provocative bullshit posing - this was a great band with a unique sound

  • @deborahcooney9326
    @deborahcooney9326 4 роки тому +16

    Love them all. Layne and Jerry harmonizing like this is perfect magic.

  • @BarakaTheGreat
    @BarakaTheGreat 5 років тому +367

    One of the saddest shows, but also their best. Miss ya Layne, miss ya Mike

    • @olivermace666
      @olivermace666 5 років тому +2

      BarakaTheGreat mike wasn’t in this show...

    • @BarakaTheGreat
      @BarakaTheGreat 5 років тому +25

      Uh, ok? I didn't say he was, lol I was saying I miss him. I know this is Mike Inez, not Mike Starr

    • @wandaburgess9400
      @wandaburgess9400 5 років тому +26

      BarakaTheGreat
      *EXACTLY* Did you know that *METALLICA* was sitting in the front row watching this? It was a few years after the 12 yr olds in metallica made fun of Layne.. I imagine it was stressful for Layne, seeing them that close! Layne, rocked this show! *BLEW IT OUT OF THE PARK*

    • @donnan.8354
      @donnan.8354 5 років тому +1

      agreed very sad look at Layne hes gone he dies soon after this show

    • @scottcharney1091
      @scottcharney1091 5 років тому +2

      @@donnan.8354 Layne died in 2002.

  • @LondonizeSounds
    @LondonizeSounds Місяць тому +8

    Layne died 22 years ago today, one of the best voices in grunge. Although I admire him he is my inspiration not to take drugs

    • @RexytheRexy
      @RexytheRexy 5 днів тому +1

      I remember the day the news of his death broke like it was yesterday; my high school friends and I sitting in a bedroom in mute shock, listening to their music.
      I miss him to this day. Every time I reach a sobriety landmark, I think of dear Layne.

  • @meat3855
    @meat3855 3 роки тому +2

    Pure perfection here. RIP Layne

  • @johnc8680
    @johnc8680 5 років тому +7

    Layne & Jerry will always be 1 of the greatest pairings ever.

  • @koltonnadermann4652
    @koltonnadermann4652 5 років тому +38

    23 years ago today this was recorded. RIP to Layne as well as my speakers.

  • @keironhiggspoet
    @keironhiggspoet 2 місяці тому +2

    the last verse "you my friend/I will defend and if we change/i love you anyway" is one of my favourites of their catalogue. in my life i've spent years burning bridges but friends due to occasionally being difficult, but the ones I've kept along the way I've always sent this lyric to them. its heartfelt as it is beautiful. the real people know..

  • @alexlackner1945
    @alexlackner1945 2 роки тому +2

    The best of the Unplugged Series!

  • @Madipaige07
    @Madipaige07 2 роки тому +85

    Layne had a talent that no one else could quit reach, impeccable vocal skills. May he Rest In Peace!

  • @4strokes
    @4strokes 3 роки тому +28

    How is no one commenting on how good everyone sounds? Inez is killing it. Sean is driving everything perfectly and “Mr. Scott Olsen on guitar” is so great as a guitarist it’s almost criminal. Yeah, I love Layne too but damn guys. This would have been an amazing show to experience in person.

  • @thegreatplague9748
    @thegreatplague9748 2 роки тому +2

    The Drummer in this video has forward thinking fills and swing that are beyond this realm.

  • @mr.mustang656
    @mr.mustang656 3 роки тому +9

    Seans drums are the best part of this

  • @amyames1979
    @amyames1979 4 роки тому +20

    Whoever says that Layne has lost his voice is deaf! This is unplugged, which means he isn't going to be screaming and going crazy like he normally would. Regardless, you can still hear his voice! F**KING AMAZING!!!

  • @cecilia5143
    @cecilia5143 3 місяці тому +3

    "you my friend, I will defend; but if we change I love you anyway..." that shit hits hard for me every time I hear it, even when I play it around the person it makes me think about, I just can't help but feel melancholy.

  • @richardbwanika2166
    @richardbwanika2166 6 місяців тому +2

    God I miss MTV Unplugged! Rest in Peace Layne. To this day I still watch and play EVERY single song from AIC at 50 years old. These songs always overwhelm me with nostalgia, and I am happy I discovered grunge ( Pearl Jam's Ten Album with Eddie Vedder and his awesome voice started it all) as an 18 year old in Uganda, East Africa. It got better when I came to Massachusetts when I heard "Nutshell" and I was sold on Alice in Chains... 30 year fan and counting. Thank you Seattle.

  • @lrh411
    @lrh411 4 роки тому +11

    Good lord those vocals are perfect.

  • @ShEDDiNgmYSkiN
    @ShEDDiNgmYSkiN 2 роки тому +7

    Best Unplugged EVER! Edit: That rhythm section sounds so killer.

  • @CarlEhrlich-wf5km
    @CarlEhrlich-wf5km 6 місяців тому +2

    This whole Unplugged just blows me away. Best Unplugged ever; saying a lot

  • @deutschchad1399
    @deutschchad1399 Рік тому +69

    The drummer and and bass player are exceptional in AIC. Especially in an unplugged session. A drummer doesn’t have a volume knob it’s his restraint that makes it so the drums don’t drown out the unplugged sound.

    • @TSE_WOODY
      @TSE_WOODY 9 місяців тому +2

      Both the Mike’s were and are fantastic bass players. RIP Mike Starr

    • @coreygolpheneee
      @coreygolpheneee 8 місяців тому +2

      Does have rattan sticks though, that helps, more props need to go to the absoutle Jedi masters that micced and mixed these performances live, and the space they got to play in

    • @kiWi-zv8vr
      @kiWi-zv8vr 7 місяців тому +1

      ​@@coreygolpheneeetrue mate, this might be the best sounding unplugged session I've heard just from the mixing

    • @TheStepmonkey
      @TheStepmonkey 6 місяців тому +1

      That's cause Sean is a true master, he did a flawless job

  • @scottherrmann1358
    @scottherrmann1358 5 років тому +75

    From 3:37-3:39 shows how Cantrell and Staley had such a beautiful sound when their voices harmonized. I've never heard anything like it.

  • @khof11
    @khof11 4 роки тому +55

    "Find me sitting by myself...no excuses that I know"
    Pretty haunting knowing that Layne spent his last days alone in his apartment and local dive restaurant..

  • @lucianoferrucci2605
    @lucianoferrucci2605 2 роки тому +2

    The Layne voice is a Miracle and Experience of The Soul.

  • @SmokeyMM-jg9qb
    @SmokeyMM-jg9qb 2 роки тому +3

    The drum melody is something else

  • @xvdejahu
    @xvdejahu 5 років тому +189

    The bass sounds amazing.

    • @Erkbrothers80
      @Erkbrothers80 5 років тому +8

      xvdejahu the drums sound amazing too. Kinney’s best drum track ever!!! So much going on back there.

    • @thomaslewis7621
      @thomaslewis7621 5 років тому +4

      JBL mike inez

    • @santosjerez1586
      @santosjerez1586 5 років тому +2

      Seen them Live Mike's tone is one of a kind his Rig is bang on !

    • @lauti9655
      @lauti9655 3 роки тому

      Don Ramón xD

  • @whitest_rabbit69
    @whitest_rabbit69 3 роки тому +4

    that drum intro kills me everytime!

  • @nfshotrod
    @nfshotrod 4 місяці тому +1

    Details matter. Shawn Kinney knew the assignment. The touch and control on those hihat accents. It’s a beautiful thing.

  • @goodwilj
    @goodwilj 2 роки тому +2

    Three words: GREAT FUCKING SONG!! I'm 62 years old and I can listen to this song over and over and over again and it never gets old. The Rooster was also an incredibly powerful song.

  • @gringochucha
    @gringochucha Рік тому +4

    Such a perfect drum groove.