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Track Listings
| 1. Them Bones |
| 2. Dam That River |
| 3. Rain When I Die |
| 4. Sickman |
| 5. Rooster |
| 6. Junkhead |
| 7. Dirt |
| 8. God Smack |
| 9. Iron Man |
| 10. Hate To Feel |
| 11. Angry Chair |
| 12. Down In A Hole |
| 13. Would? |
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Alice In Chains were initially tagged with the "grunge" moniker, when in fact their haunting, ponderous sound was far closer to the progressive rock of Queensryche. Their second album Dirt was a moody, portentous affair, filled with occasionally inspired riffing from guitar-player Jerry Cantrell and hair-tossed wailing from singer Layne Staley. Perhaps the band got lumped in with Generation X because of their lyrics--depression, death and drugs. Certainly, titles like "Down In A Hole, "Junkhead" and "Hate To Feel" didn't leave much room for doubt as to what Cantrell's particular passion was for. The quartet did have a slightly lighter, almost poppy side to them, though, as "God Smack" and Hate To Feel" indicated. In the main, however, Dirt was classic angst rock, of the style their peers Pearl Jam had made so popular. --Everett True
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Ni
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This is undoubtedly a classic album. Like every aspect of Alice in Chains' music it blurs the line between pain and beauty. Here, Layne Staley's vocals are ever impressive, Jerry Cantrell's lyrics are poetic and heart-felt, and his remarkable riffs prove that grunge was not the death of the guitarist. Alice in Chains stood above the rest of their fellow genre where guitarists were concerned; Cantrell's guitar is relentless, shifting from beautifully crafted melodies to heavy, chugging riffs and some effective soloing. He always delivered the perfect accompaniment to Layne's painfully distressed voice.
The vocals, for me, are the greatest aspect of all Alice in Chains' music. Layne's voice brimmed with so much emotion and was always so beautiful; a beauty that somehow weathered the despair of the words he sang. This album is the perfect example of how colourful and contradictory his voice really was; at once it is angelic and pained, pure and raw, and thoroughly soaked in sorrow. He captured the essence of the songs so perfectly in his vocals that you can't help but appreciate how personal they were to him. The lyrics are also a great accomplishment; ever brooding and meaningful, they paint a very honest and very revealing portrait of the band's collective troubles.
Practically every track on Dirt is a classic but a few standouts worth mentioning are 'Rooster', 'Down in a hole', and 'Rain when I die.' The song 'Would?' is arguably the greatest song on the album. It finishes off the record with a sudden, seemingly misplaced, burst of energy and though every part of the four-piece is on top form throughout the song, the bulk of the credit has to go to Mike Starr and his unforgettable bass riff which gives it one of the most powerful and recognisable intro's ever created.... Read more ›
The vocals, for me, are the greatest aspect of all Alice in Chains' music. Layne's voice brimmed with so much emotion and was always so beautiful; a beauty that somehow weathered the despair of the words he sang. This album is the perfect example of how colourful and contradictory his voice really was; at once it is angelic and pained, pure and raw, and thoroughly soaked in sorrow. He captured the essence of the songs so perfectly in his vocals that you can't help but appreciate how personal they were to him. The lyrics are also a great accomplishment; ever brooding and meaningful, they paint a very honest and very revealing portrait of the band's collective troubles.
Practically every track on Dirt is a classic but a few standouts worth mentioning are 'Rooster', 'Down in a hole', and 'Rain when I die.' The song 'Would?' is arguably the greatest song on the album. It finishes off the record with a sudden, seemingly misplaced, burst of energy and though every part of the four-piece is on top form throughout the song, the bulk of the credit has to go to Mike Starr and his unforgettable bass riff which gives it one of the most powerful and recognisable intro's ever created.... Read more ›
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Its not often you find a record as good as this - I refer you too all other 5star reviews. Neither before or after this record were Alice In Chains as effective, Jar of Flies included. My only gripe about this version is the inexlicable track changes. When I bought this on tape oh about 10years ago, the awesome Down in a Hole followed Damn That River and was just one of those spine tingling moments in music. I used to sit on the school bus just shuddering with angst. I urge you to buy this record and recopy it onto cd in its most glorious track listing.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Dirt is a masterpiece. It contains some of the greatest songs to have ever come out of the Seattle grunge scene and probably some of the greatest songs of the decade. Rain when I die is fantastic(how does Layne hold those notes so long?), Would? is a long-established classic and Junkhead is a glorious response to those who are so quick to pigeon-hole. Other than these three, there's Them Bones, Dirt, Angry Chair, Sickman. Actually I may as well have listed the entire album, it is THAT good. I thoroughly recommend Dirt, it is a really strong album, like those albums they used to make in the old days with little filler and loads of passion.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
I've been a fan of AIC since Facelift, and this is definitelythe peak of their career. I took a listen to this again recently, andit still sounds awesome, with tracks like 'Them Bones','Angry Chair' and 'Would?' raising goosebumps.
The influence on current bands like Staind can't be underestimated..... Layne Staley's vocals are easy to praise, but Jerry Cantrell's song writing is equally noteworthy. With the self-titled follow up album having few high points.
An essential part of rock/metal history.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
The Band's second full length album sees a slight departure from their 80s heavy metal influenced debut Facelift. This album brings a sludgier feel with songs like Dam that River and Godsmack delivering the type of heavy riffs that any rock fan dreams of. The band also show their softer side with absolute classics like Down in a Hole and Would? filling the listener with heart warming satisfaction whilst also proving that their song writing capabilities are up there with the best. Not one song on this album fails to satisfy and even the hardest of rock fans, while undoubtedly enjoying the heavier songs, will fall in love with the softer moments on the album. This was the album that brought Alice to my attention, as soon as it was played to me by a friend i knew that this was a band that could quench my thirst for both heavy straight up rock songs and slower more acoustic sounding songs. Layne's voice coupled with Jerry's amazing riffs and Songwriting ability makes any Alice album a must for any fan of rock music and Dirt in particular is a fantastic oppurtunity for anyone to become enlightened as to just how good this band is.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
'Dirt' is the second album from Alice in Chains, and often regarded as their best.
The music is of excellent quality throughout, founding member Jerry Cantrell's guitar playing is often inspirational and the the rhythm section is also superb.
Best of all, however, are Layne Staley's beautiful and heartfelt vocals. Truly one of rock's greatest vocalists, his singing really sounds emotional and personal, unlike the false angst of the post-grunge wannabes.
The tone, both lyrically and musically, is moody and depressing throughout, generally dealing with the likes of death and drug abuse. Until, perhaps, the final song (and standout track) 'Would?'. Although the verses are still slow and brooding, to me, the chorus seems to suggest a sense of hope.
'Dirt' is a must have album, and one of the stand out moments of the grunge era. It is almost impossible to listen to it without fealing at all moved, particularly after Layne Stayley's tragic death.
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Fantastic
Amazing simply amazing. Well worth it. Every song on this album is great there is no "filler" songs. A must have for grunge fans, even if you are a metalhead or into rock.
Published 3 months ago by rob
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dirty download
Excellent album by a band I only just discovered on Planet Rock, thanks Planet Rock for introducing me to them
Published 4 months ago by Bob Woolsey
4.0 out of 5 stars
Dirt
`Dirt', the second album from Alice in Chains, firmly secured their place in the hearts of rock and grunge fans of the nineties. Read more
Published on 18 Dec 2010 by Spider Monkey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nostalgic album
What a great album it is from AiC. It was a shame for Layne to die.
One of the best album ever made in the Rock/Metal industry.
A must have!
One of the best album ever made in the Rock/Metal industry.
A must have!
Published on 9 Nov 2010 by Pedro
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic album
This album was one I'd had my eye on for a while, but just hadn't got round to buying. I'm so glad I finally bought it. Read more
Published on 12 Aug 2010 by Mr. Callum P. Mccaul
4.0 out of 5 stars
Different
not many folk I know have heard of AIC but I loved them in the 90s and hear they're touring soon.
Published on 28 Sep 2009 by Mrs Sporranburn
5.0 out of 5 stars
The definitive grunge album
Far richer and more rewarding than anything Nirvana did, this is a complex and haunting collection of songs. This album is full of variety, excellent songwriting and emotion. Read more
Published on 29 April 2009 by Tg Hayes
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome
This isn't just the best grunge album ever made. It's quite simply one of the best ever rock albums ever made.
Published on 10 Aug 2007 by Amorphis
5.0 out of 5 stars
wow
this is the best grunge album ever made....and quite possibly one the best rock/metal albums ever made it really is that simple.
this is a towering masterpiece of rock music. Read more
this is a towering masterpiece of rock music. Read more
Published on 28 July 2007 by whitetrashtrixie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Buy it
Melodic, heavy, spiritual, powerful.
Thats four words to describe Alice in chains and the album Dirt.
Oh and absolutely brilliant! Read more
Thats four words to describe Alice in chains and the album Dirt.
Oh and absolutely brilliant! Read more
Published on 21 Jan 2007 by Declan
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