Duff McKagan & Shooter Jennings - "Down In A Hole" by Alice In Chains | MoPOP Founders Award 2020

[@Bigbilly-ms9bn]

Man, Shooter did a great job. Didn't try to just copy it, put his own spin on it while somehow still capturing the pain of this song. Great cover.

[@hinjurock]

Definitely.

[@3dpragmatik]

'I will speak no more of my feelings beneath' and 'guilty for kicking myself in the teeth' will always be powerful lyrics to me.

[@sticksman1979]

Nice cover. Duff is such a great multi-instrumentalist.

[@oussamaamri8486]

@Fau Q never seen Dave Grohl playing Bass guitar

[@oussamaamri8486]

@Fau Q just amazing thx bro

[@Meatball2022]

He’s a highly underrated talent

[@Meatball2022]

@Fau Q individual recognition of talents is literally the opposite of a participation award, stupid. Mind your business, and shut your mouth. Adults are speaking.

[@SneedyKetler]

Duff also acted in an episode of “Sliders”

[@jajoavila5820]

Hands down one of the best covers I've heard... The melody takes you through an amazing trip

[@johnobrien1528]

I wonder if Duff mixed and produced it too? Whoever did nailed it!

[@jajoavila5820]

I don't know much of his Work as producer to gues, but his arregements were precise, hell all the song was extreamly well interpreted

[@Gekokujo76]

I saw Alice In Chains on that tour with Gruntruck and it was great to see a flier from that tour. My buddy and I drove into the "big city" to catch them at a university theater building. It was a small venue and we met cool people/hot chicks before the show. The show itself was great...the beginning of the Dirt tour right after Them Bones dropped on MTV (Layne was wearing the same outfit from the video, Jerry was close and still had the blue goatee). After the show, there were only two ways out of that building, so a few of us hung out back and caught Jerry Cantrell. He talked to us for a half an hour and signed all the autographs, the coolest famous person I ever met. Layne walked by at one point...he gave an autograph and then stumbled on, but was cool as could be expected. We also saw Susan Silver there and she talked to us from a second story window for a short time as well. The next day my buddy and I had school as Juniors in a class of 20 people (most of whom had never heard of the band). It was over half my life ago, and I remember it like it was yesterday

[@Ogt92]

I was at that show, I think I still have the ticket stub along with many other stubs from back in the day. Gruntruck was awesome!

[@WarmothGuitarist]

Gruntruck was also a great band.

[@korsunhoox]

Gruntruck underrated a band. still got the cassete (: somewhere ... yet getton’ back to them on eg. yt every now and then

[@stephenhouse5129]

I saw the same tour. University of Idaho sub ballroom. Started with Man in a Box ended with Would. Layne just got out of a cast from a broken leg if I remember right. The show was over sold, fire department and cops showed up. Tried to keep people from entering. That didn’t work out well. Grunttruck opened somehow then AIC came on stage with a line of cops in the back. Layne-“What’s with all the fucking pigs in here?” Boom, Man in the Box hit, cops left, great show.

[@yaboiemxo6126]

Love hearing stories like this!

[@myst_or_sea]

Sickkkk. Shooter nailed it.

[@metalkittykittykat5636]

Shooter is awesome. I don't think he would have done the song if he thought it didn't sound right. Killer job.

[@philipdr88]

Layne would've been proud. This was awesome.

[@keith-kessinger]

Yeah he did!

[@alexanderboggs7482]

Hell yeah he did.. Wow

[@machina_aeterna]

Agree

[@exdemocrat9038]

I'm a huge Alice in Chains fan and I've never heard a better version of this song.

[@JamesSmith-kb6lt]

Actually like Shooter singing AIC

[@decayingwhale]

Out of all the bands covering AIC, this is by far, the closest to Layne's haunting "Hey I am out there" vocals. Seriously gave me chills.

[@kurtborchers6178]

if you've not heard it yet, check out Krist Novacelic and Kim Thayil doing a cover of "Drone" for this event. there's actually 2 gals doing the vocals and it's as haunting as you're wanting to hear. this is badass... kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2GwfGOoerFkrac

[@kothy7514]

Hey there. Why are all the bands covering AIC?

[@kurtborchers6178]

@@kothy7514 they were being honored with the Founders Award by the Museum of Pop Culture

[@decayingwhale]

@Fau Q Actually, I do get the point. I am a music engineer in LA and have worked with many different bands here. If you are trying to do a song justice and wish to cover it as the musician you are, do it right. even if it is in your own style. The vocal registry, tone, and overall mix is poorly done.

[@conorkelly666]

The woman covering "put you down" puts some serious power into it to be fair. I'm as critical as any, but that one was good.

[@hinjurock]

This the closest any of the singers in this tribute have come to capturing the same type of soul and emotion that Layne had.

[@YourCaliBos]

What about Dallas Green

[@hinjurock]

@@YourCaliBos He's about as far from Layne as you can get - an effeminate indie pop hipster.

[@ashleymerritt9461]

Yeah Dallas was incredible too

[@YourCaliBos]

@@hinjurock he’s from Alexisonfire , he’s far from pop

[@hinjurock]

@@YourCaliBos Isn't he from that City and Colour band? Anyway, Alexisonfire sounds like some lame emo or indie rock hipster band too.

[@josip4287]

Somewhere up there in heaven Layne Staley is smiling listening to this cover. Awesome stuff!

[@METALFROG6]

Finally, a good cover where they're not trying to sound exactly like the original artist. 🤘🐸

[@melanieballard110]

I agree it’s a great cover! But I don’t feel like they’ve made it any different than the original.

[@METALFROG6]

@@melanieballard110 Same but different ✌

[@melanieballard110]

@@METALFROG6 nicely put!

[@METALFROG6]

@@melanieballard110 Thanks!!! 🐸🤓😁💋💗

[@roundandroundltd7528]

What did you think about them bones cover by fishbone?they put a really cool spin on it.

[@JasonRyanWilson]

Damn Shooter! You nailed brother, you all did.

[@HaXaW5150]

I know right. I was totally caught off guard by this one.

[@headleygrange6205]

Duff, Im so grateful you survived and lived to tell the tale❤❤❤❤

[@PigmaStatiX156]

This is awesome because it is such a great flavor of the original. Not trying to sound like the original. He's no Layne but still sounds amazing. Nice job!

[@mojo8253]

no one is or sounds like Layne, but that's the beauty of it ;) when you take something that everyone knows so well and do it without making it sound like a shitty cover then you've done a great job

[@wizza2315]

@luke Brendan Maier is the best vocals of Alice music I've ever heard! If you close your eye's sometimes you feel like layne is still singing

[@korsunhoox]

c’mon, nowhere near ... just a karaoke

[@99Maddux]

Shooter doesn't have the power in his voice. It's just that simple

[@davyxxx9761]

Duff can play everything

[@MrCroky123]

I know Duff since the GnR days. Man ... always admired his stance and musicianship. One of a kind !

[@chrisn.4136]

I was standing in line at Starbucks in Sherman Oaks and turned around to see Duff right behind me. I'll never forget that cup of coffee.

[@LordByron2752]

Man i love Duff. Thankgod we didnt lose him to substance abuse. Since hes stopped with the alcohol and drug think about all the bands and music he gave us. And still has much more to give im positive.

[@gizzy2403]

I think Waylon, Layne & Mike Starr would all b proud! Nicely done

[@you_gotit_bud]

When he sang “Down” in the first time through the choruses “Down in a hole” - it sounded like Layne. Nice job Shooter.

[@charliep3147]

All hail Duff Mckagen…brilliant brilliant brilliant. No wonder AC/DC wants to pick you up for their upcoming tour. Simply amazing.

[@vmastereadg]

Starr was a great bassist, Duff and Shooter have done a great job. One my favorite AIC songs, thanks from Nashville.

[@JB-xh5mc]

And a good person. Just troubled... Rest in Power.

[@hkirkgearing]

Nashville here too!!!

[@oldmanjenkins3850]

These covers have been great

[@keltarking]

Goddamn. This may just be the absolute best AIC cover I've ever heard.

[@NH1969GOAT]

Shooter, please accept my apologies for doubting your musical talents. Dad would be proud!!!

[@iii2187]

I did smile when i saw duff playing those instruments

[@codycrummett463]

Not gonna lie this gave me goosebumps just like Layne did ..... 🤟🤙❤️❤️❤️

[@williambrown1172]

Best and most thoughtful cover of the night, in my opinion. You can really tell Duff and Jerry (and the band) are not only great friends but that he truly appreciates AIC. Some songs and artist are coverable and others aren't, because there is no need to try, it just won't be good. This was, in my opinion, the only bright moment of the night because they cared enough to do it justice without wrecking it. I think it was a great honor for Alice, just wish some of the other "bands" would have tried harder to be respectful of the master work of AIC. Seems like a lot of the others thought they could, and then found out they couldn't while we watched... Great job, Duff, Shooter, and company!!!

[@mauMauthecarabao]

To Layne Your wings are no longer denied. Fly..you beautiful soul

[@scribblesdoodles]

Captures the spirit of the original and Shooter has a voice that lends to the sadness of the song 🎵 Just incredible!

[@renemarrero6523]

One of my favorite AIC song

[@Gearhead-en8dz]

Great Vocals Shooter!🤘 Layne is Smiling!

[@Exarch4]

The words in this song are so strong, but words cannot describe the feelings it brings. Much respect to AiC and this great cover.

[@claudiovallese40]

The deeper Duff feels the story, the better his bass (and acoustic, and drums) fills the whole song

[@rubengonzalez3511]

Gracias Gracias Gracias!!! Bellísimo!!!

[@johndcoffee632]

That was a crazy good performance, mix, song, cover... I was singing the whole way through

[@demonweber666]

Great job! This cover, and "Again" by Mastadon are kick ass!

[@demonicsweaters]

Damn, this is one of the best ones. These are some dudes that know what they are doing.

[@lisakvieira9201]

Good performance, Deep lyrics!!❤🌈 Layne Staley your not FORGOTTEN!! RIP!!⚘🕊✌

[@kevincarey1453]

Wow - what a great tune. When I first saw AIC (Fall of '90 in NYC), I thought "Layne DEFINITELY listened to Guns n Roses" - and here Duff pays tribute to Layne. Great job.

[@jamesjrmo]

😢brings tears man time moving so fast

[@matthewblackwood4704]

Freaking love Shooter. Awesome to see such a healthy Duff these days.

[@gx3mz]

Duff "I play almost everything" Mckagan

[@sweetpete9417]

What I like the most about this rendition is the way Duff enphased the bass line. Mike Starr was very talented and it's an nice honnor to him....

[@ratter531]

Beautiful version.

[@tubesockets120v]

Shoot, that Jennings has got chops.

[@RoseCisne]

Holy shit! This cover gave me chills!Was PERFECT! All the emotions and the pain were perfectly captured by Shooter. All these covers are really amazing.

[@jmohr117]

I've watched a few of these AIC covers. From what I've seen this is hands down the best.

[@alltree78]

Seeing the old images of the boys when they looked alive and full of life brought tears to my eyes. For some reason most of my images of layne always stem from the unplugged set but this was awesome to see. Awesome job shooter!

[@TheKopsfanclub]

Great chemistry like Alice in Chains.

[@justinthomas144]

I can’t stop watching this. I keep coming back, day after day. Shooter sounds great and Duff is so talented.

[@Simon-IFF]

Love this rendition! Shooter and Duff harmonize very well

[@csnymoodiesfan]

The best cover I’ve ever heard of this song. So hard to replicate Layne’s voice.

[@Rmabney2010]

I have no idea how I found this but I'm so glad I did.

[@smokerise]

Duff, and Shooter should form a band and tour! 🤘

[@johnmoore9654]

Well you just learn something new about Duff everyday. Great cover on this track. I've been listening today about this mopop thing. I'm glad a lot of artists has recognized AIC but a lot are falling short. This.... this is an awesome cover.

[@rickardslagare8049]

Shooter!!! What a voice, so fragile but powerful!

[@grose2272]

Only man who could do this song justice_ love the Duff and he's a proud Irish man too! The beautiful Layne etched in on so many soul's including mine..

[@ElHeffay1974]

Simply amazing and brilliant cover. Shooter Jennings and Duff McKagan nailed it.

[@Jillian60]

What a Beautiful rendition...The vocals, the musicians, I like the guitar and the synth strings, and vibes...Duff playing different instruments...mixed to perfection....AIC must be proud...ThankYou..put this on the radio please.

[@shanesturgill75]

This is my favorite of the series so far.

[@bryanturnham6428]

This was beautiful and haunting at the same time.. I absolutely loved it!

[@mindbait]

Duff is a musical monster, and that guy on vocals nailed Layne's tone.

[@jonmorales9703]

That dude on vocals is Waylon Jennings son

[@alterfloyd1]

Damn, hit my heart when the old b&w clips started, especially with Mike and Layne.

[@aydinsc]

Beautiful. Left me with 🥺 respect to the great duff and the guys.. greetings from 🇹🇷

[@sterfishsoupster2572]

Great to see the multi talented Duff,,,excellent guitars and vocals ..just pure joy to listen

[@bongdonkey]

Killer version by Shooter and Duff. Duff is very talented musician. And Shooter is himself, per usual.

[@peternemes6770]

By far it was the waaaaay best cover of the whole session. Not note by note, but the whole feelings, the sound, everything... MAN, I can't write, I am crying.. We miss you Layne!!! 🙏🤗

[@Michael_Dolences.]

This cover amplifies the Planet Caravan vibe of this song even more than the original. Great job! The singer respectfully performed it in his own way and it worked perfectly.

[@realitygutter9694]

High quality cover, different, but magically keeps the excact feel of the original. Great job!

[@nachmanedes9460]

Very cool, such a good song!!!

[@warweaponx6629]

I ♥️ Alice

[@deankilminster5430]

Wow, I'm actually impressed. Sounds great. I would love to hear them do more AIC covers.

[@vanessakensington889]

Surprised yet not surprised at Duff’s musical abilities. This version does honor to the original. Well done!!

[@shadcovert1160]

DAMN SHOOTER! Hell yes!

[@jimdoyle1586]

Freaking outstanding !!! Ayron Jones and Martin Feveyear never heard of you but now I have. BRAVO !!!

[@ridingradsslingingstrats2846]

I was just watching Waylons auto Bio .the part where he talked about his son being born . they he was Shooter the very moment he came out kicking screaming and peeing on the Dr. Lol . First time I heard him sing though awesome and working wit another of my all time favorite Rockers Duff ! This shit is Epic . thanks and can I hear smore please and thank you !!!

[@unclefester1840]

I was kinda surprised when I seen these two names together but not too shocked.. good cover.

[@andyshores9391]

They wrote a whole album together

[@crowdog56]

Man- some really good musicians doing some really good stuff here!

[@patriciaestok9329]

Great cover! I’m impressed with Duff playing drums.

[@mikecarter5631]

Can’t. Get. Enough. Of. This. One! Wow! Phenomenal!

[@robertdenton2638]

Duff is playing everything in the room!

[@CBDM777]

Ayron Jones is Amazing

[@kimberlysaffles9332]

Oh my god. 1:20 in and I just teared up!😢

[@RootsandWings81]

Killed it! Ayron Jones shreds

[@BoslagerBBQ]

Best cover I’ve heard from this event.

[@moniquelaviolette3090]

Shooter Jennings rocks!!

[@josephconyer2421]

Very nice cover!!

[@chevin79]

This absolutely rules.

[@msg3tr1ght]

Layne would have loved this!!💜💜💜

[@clownchaostime3024]

Omg! I can't even think. This is one Amazing cover. My mind is blown.!!

[@martinflores7354]

So far the best remake of this song

[@thomassmith7831]

Great job!

[@Ogt92]

Beautiful tribute cover! I was at that Alice and Gruntruck show. Both bands were awesome but Grunt had a killer vibe. RIP BEN AND LANE!

[@shine_yeah_shine]

Bury me softly in this womb I give this part of me for you Sand rains down and here I sit Holding rare flowers In a tomb... in bloom Down in a hole and I don't know if I can be saved See my heart I decorate it like a grave You don't understand who they thought I was supposed to be Look at me now a man Who won't let himself be Down in a hole, losin' my soul Down in a hole, losin' control I'd like to fly But my wings have been so denied Down in a hole and they've put all The stones in their place I've eaten the sun so my tongue Has been burned of taste I have been guilty Of kicking myself in the teeth I will speak no more of my feelings beneath Down in a hole, feeling so small Down in a hole, losin' my soul I'd like to fly But my wings have been so denied Bury me softly in this womb Oh I want to be inside of you I give this part of me for you Oh I want to be inside of you Sand rains down and here I sit Holding rare flowers in a tomb (Oh I want to be inside of you) In bloom Oh I want to be inside Down in a hole, feelin' so small Down in a hole, losin' my soul Down in a hole, feelin' so small Down in a hole, out of control I'd like to fly But my wings have been so denied

[@dustinanderson2738]

Sounds fantastic!!!

[@stargazer4625]

This is awesome. Shooter did an incredible job. They all did great

[@machina_aeterna]

Nailed it. That was one for the ages.

[@rol_saave]

This was my favorite!!! Well done!!!