The boys are back in town

So I just recently bought the new Alice in Chains CD Black Gives Way to Blue. This album is fucking awesome. Even without Layne Staley, the CD blows my mind. The songs are some of the heaviest Alice in Chains has ever come out with. I love that the single “Check My Brain” has a heavy riff and yet it still has the same ‘ol Alice in Chains flavor. They still have great harmonies and a grungy rock ‘n roll feel. “A Looking in View” is probably the heaviest song on the album. The beginning riff just makes you want to thrash and throw down. Also, as a fan of acoustic music, I truly enjoy number four on the album, “Your Decision.” The simple chord progression and clear, beautiful vocals make it one of my favorites on the CD. I’ve even started learning how to play it on guitar. The last song with the title of the album is what I feel an ode to the late Layne Staley. He was a one-of-a-kind vocalist with true talent and an unfortunate end. The song pays tribute to him and gives the message that no matter how much they move on, Alice in Chains will always remember Staley. I mean without him, they may not have even reached the level of fame they have achieved. But this album proves that even with a new singer, they can still be as badass as ever.