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Facelift

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Facelift is the 1990 studio album from the American rock band Alice in Chains. The record established their signature sound blending heavy metal with elements of grunge and dark alternative rock. Its critical acclaim and commercial success, including a platinum certification, marked it as a pivotal release within the burgeoning grunge movement. Facelift remains notable for its influential songwriting and haunting atmosphere appealing to fans of intense rock music and those interested in 90s alternative history.

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Which songs from Facelift first broke Alice in Chains nationally?

Man in the Box became the album's signature breakthrough, supported by heavy MTV exposure. Facelift also includes We Die Young, Sea of Sorrow, and Bleed the Freak.

Who sings on Facelift?

Layne Staley is the principal lead vocalist, while guitarist Jerry Cantrell contributes backing vocals and harmonies. Their interlocking voices became a defining feature of later releases such as Dirt and Jar of Flies.

Is Facelift grunge or heavy metal?

It belongs to the early Seattle grunge era, but its downtuned riffs and guitar solos draw heavily from heavy metal. The 1990 album is generally more metallic than Nirvana's Nevermind and less punk-oriented than much of the wider scene.

Who played drums and bass on Facelift?

Sean Kinney played drums and Mike Starr played bass on the album. Starr remained with Alice in Chains through Dirt before Mike Inez joined the band.

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