Layne Staley
Lead vocalist of Alice in Chains
Born
August 22nd, 1967
57 years ago
Died
April 5th, 2002
23 years ago — 34 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American singer-songwriter gained recognition as the lead vocalist of the rock band Alice in Chains. Originating from Seattle, the band became a prominent figure in the grunge music scene of the early 1990s. Staley's distinctive vocal style and emotive lyrics contributed significantly to the band's success. The group achieved commercial acclaim with hit albums such as 'Dirt' and 'Jar of Flies.' Staley's battle with addiction was well-documented and affected both his personal life and career. He passed away in 2002, leaving a lasting legacy within the rock genre.
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Released hit albums 'Dirt' and 'Jar of Flies'
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