The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here cover

The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here

Alice in Chains · 2013

67 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · grunge

A dark exploration of existential dread wrapped in heavy, brooding riffs and haunting harmonies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • dark, reflective mood exploration
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 28, 2013, 'The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here' marked Alice in Chains' second album post-reunion after their 2009 comeback with 'Black Gives Way to Blue.' The band was navigating a complex legacy, balancing the weight of their grunge roots while evolving their sound for a new generation. This album showcased a matured, introspective approach as they solidified their presence in the contemporary rock landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Soundgarden· Stone Temple Pilots· Pearl Jam
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Hollow".

  • 1 Hollow Start here 5:43
  • 2 Pretty Done 4:35
  • 3 Stone 4:22
  • 4 Voices 5:42
  • 5 The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here 6:38
  • 6 Lab Monkey 5:58
  • 7 Low Ceiling 5:15
  • 8 Breath on a Window 5:19
  • 9 Scalpel 5:21
  • 10 Phantom Limb 7:07
  • 11 Hung on a Hook 5:34
  • 12 Choke 5:44

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