Music Bank
Alice in Chains · 1999
220 min · 48 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · grunge
A raw collection of grunge-infused demos and live tracks showcasing Alice in Chains' dark, haunting sound.
Why this album works
Though largely a compilation, 'Music Bank' achieved notable success, debuting at number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart. It features previously unreleased demos and live recordings that allowed fans to engage with lesser-known material, reinforcing the band's legacy within the grunge movement. The collection also received attention for its candid portrayal of Staley's songwriting and vocal prowess.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of themes dark haunting soundscapes wave-like pacing fluctuations
- Context
- In 1999, Alice in Chains was navigating the aftermath of their last studio album, 'Alice in Chains' (1995), amidst lead singer Layne Staley's struggles with addiction. 'Music Bank' served as a retrospective compilation that highlighted their earlier work while offering fans a glimpse into their unreleased material. This release was pivotal as it marked a period of re-evaluation for the band during a hiatus that would last until their eventual reunion years later.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neil Young· Beck· Green Day· Moby· Tori Amos· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Get Born Again Standout 5:24
- 2 I Can’t Have You Blues (demo) 4:00
- 3 Whatcha Gonna Do (demo) 2:53
- 4 Social Parasite (demo) 4:21
- 5 Queen of the Rodeo (live) 4:38
- 6 Bleed the Freak (demo) 3:31
- 7 Killing Yourself (demo) 2:38
- 8 We Die Young 2:32
- 9 Man in the Box Standout 4:47
- 10 Sea of Sorrow (demo) 5:21
- 11 I Can’t Remember 3:43
- 12 Love, Hate, Love 6:29
- 13 It Ain’t Like That 4:38
- 14 Confusion 5:45
- 15 Rooster (demo) 5:46
- 16 Right Turn 3:14
- 17 Got Me Wrong 4:09
Disc 2
- 1 Rain When I Die 6:02
- 2 Fear the Voices 4:57
- 3 Them Bones 2:29
- 4 Dam That River 3:09
- 5 Sickman 5:29
- 6 Rooster Standout 6:14
- 7 Junkhead (demo) 5:10
- 8 Dirt 5:16
- 9 God Smack 3:50
- 10 Iron Gland 0:43
- 11 Angry Chair 4:47
- 12 Lying Season 3:19
- 13 Would? 3:27
- 14 Brother 4:27
- 15 Am I Inside 5:08
- 16 I Stay Away 4:14
- 17 No Excuses 4:17
Disc 3
- 1 Down in a Hole 5:37
- 2 Hate to Feel 5:16
- 3 What the Hell Have I (remix) 3:54
- 4 A Little Bitter (remix) 3:48
- 5 Grind 4:44
- 6 Again (Tattoo of Pain mix) 4:01
- 7 Head Creeps 6:28
- 8 God Am 4:11
- 9 Frogs 8:17
- 10 Heaven Beside You 5:30
- 11 Nutshell (unplugged) 4:28
- 12 Killer Is Me (unplugged) 5:16
- 13 Over Now (unplugged) 5:55
- 14 Died 5:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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