Alice in Chains Rooster Live in Tilburg, Netherlands 02-20-93

[@rooster5146]

"Yeah sorry if I sound bad, I'm a little sick" *proceeds to make history*

[@TopRevs]

I love it

[@wsgbrokie]

That's Layne Staley for ya

[@Joemcncheese]

Jerry said that

[@connormatthews522]

jerry actually says "we're" so technically you're still right haha

[@derekangle9737]

I've watched this video and read this comment more times than I'd like to admit but there are no other words that describe this more perfectly. Layne's voice can't be matched.

[@mikewarren3597]

2:34... YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!! knocked down the walls in my house.

[@callumtait6663]

crowd are loving it

[@benjaminfranklin4149]

Goosebumps every time

[@Surgicalsteel222]

Been rebuilding my walls since I first saw this video, unfortunately I keep coming back to it

[@carolineroggenbuck9381]

Were they angry walls that steal the air? JK. :) Same here.

[@sunniesouza6389]

Layne's “yeah” at 2:30 is fucking unreal. His voice was so powerful it’s insane. It’s so heartbreaking what happened to him, and that he left the world the way he did. Rip to the man with the voice of an angry angel

[@donalichtenberger9636]

He didnt wanna be here anymore. Chose his way. ❤....most amazing man.

[@shawnmarek5981]

RIP Goat

[@frankcatanzaro874]

Hell ya. Was just watching it for the first time and thought of my next new tattoo. “Can’t nobody sing like Layne”

[@AngelinaContreras-qj5uf]

❤❤❤

[@jye_24]

Im glad him and Hetfield got to meet cos his vocals are influenced by AJFA James quite a bit

[@brandonvandyck]

Layne, for me, is unrivaled.

[@MelissaPanek123]

Brandon Van Dyck I concur. 😉 Thanks for watching.

[@RC_Rooster]

Same

[@BilboOutdoors]

Not even close. Layne shook the heavens.

[@Ah__ah__ah__ah.]

hes the king of singing loud and proud

[@novo-novo5552]

Chester???

[@dtegg91]

2:34 Holy fuck. When you hear that you realize how legendary Layne really was. Not easy to do that with so much power

[@juliewaters5747]

dtegg91 OMFG, yeeeeeaaaaaahhhhhhhh- that's outta this hemisphere!!!!!! I've replayed THAT thousands of times & have forced everyone I know to see/hear it, lol. My Kids WILL learn the INSANE, POWER of the (late) GREAT Layne & Chains!!!! I've wondered if others liked that part as well??? cuz to me, it just permeates into ur soul. I N D E S C R I B A B L E

[@hunterjohnson3784]

And he’s barely even trying by the way it looks... amazing

[@gokberkmusic6865]

İm in love with yeaaahh part ! Maybe you cant believe , layne was an idol for chester bennington. Listen chesters postgrunge band ‘grey daze-in time yeaah part . You will surprised ..

[@ericallen7112]

It's like he has a built in pedal to elevate his tone.

[@adamfavrin385]

Strongest diaphragm in history Jesus christ he pushes more air than a fuckin 747

[@fogboat6497]

I heard that when they’d preform, layne had so much power in his voice and it was so loud that the band could hear his voice over the monitors and amps. His actual voice, not coming thru the mic or anything, that’s mind blowing

[@josephbartlett921]

Yeah Barrett Martin said when they played as Mad Season you could feel his voice coming out of his chest. Insane power!

[@tamibrandt]

Layne's vocal range could run Saturn rings around any other grunge singer out there (including Chris Cornell, IMO). There will never be another singer like Layne.

[@kartirnium]

Same as Cornell. When cornell recorded one of his Soundgarden albums (can't remember which) they had to replace 3-4 condenser mics because Chris blew through them. Just insanity.

[@ooh.big.stretch]

@@tamibrandt He's so powerful but so laid back. I agree, he was special. Fucking rock star.

[@kakashihatake6176]

@@tamibrandt he had a little bit less range then cornell tho,but they vocal tone were powerful as fuck,and layne staley soft singing voice was beautiful

[@kjp113]

Layne - 2:34 The walls in my house - "it's been good"

[@anonomous7936]

😅

[@Butterfly98799]

It's insane how much force he had for being a relatively soft spoken, shy guy. He comes alive on stage. Even when he felt "off" from being sick. Once you hear this performance of YEA you look for it every time you hear the song. The only singer, to me, sounded better live than on the record.

[@derekangle9737]

There's multiple musicians outside of AIC that said you could hear his voice over the amps. Apparently feel it too, if close enough.

[@elvinanasta2879]

That "yeah" sent chills down my spine when the band enters together, what intensity in his vocals.

[@josephmadden5371]

love when jerry plays the wrong chird and layne gives him the "bruh" look

[@lennycarter7885]

Joseph Madden which part?

[@Divine_R]

Lenny Carter At 2:05 you can hear Jerry screws up the chord and Layne quickly shoots him a funny look

[@lennycarter7885]

Dev In Now I see it. Thanks.

[@Divine_R]

Lenny Carter no prob! Just thought it was a funny little thing.

[@bjmccoy5638]

I seen that.

[@JillianFischer1]

I love how respectful Layne always was, walking around the side of the drums whenever Jerry had a solo…giving Jerry a chance to be in the spotlight.

[@BilboOutdoors]

Smoke break 😂

[@mikeronald3812]

Probably was a smoke break but he pushed Jerry to sing more. Not a lot of guys would do that.@@BilboOutdoors

[@derekangle9737]

@@mikeronald3812they loved each other. Jerry has always talked about how much he wished he could sing like Layne.

[@juliustheillustrious7727]

When Layne's voice is so good he upgrades the video's dated sound quality just by screaming "YEAHH"

[@mikeronald3812]

Wonder if there is a cell ring tone of that scream? I'd get it.

[@tammythompson820]

Lmao exactly ❤

[@jsandy44]

Such a goat comment

[@etotheroc43]

2:33 Pipes, son. PIPES.

[@southsider3542]

I remember back in January 1993, I went to see Alice In Chains at Aragon Ballroom in Chicago. It was my second ever concert (Cheap Trick was my first), but this was the first for a band I really enjoyed and knew all the songs. Meanwhile, they used this song to open it up and they had a curtain up in front of the band and all you could see were there shadows. You could tell it was Layne Staley by the way his nose stuck out. Right when the song got loud, the curtain dropped. It was one of the coolest moments I have ever witnessed. This, along with "Would?" and "Down in a Hole" is my favorite Alice In Chains song. That moment and the fact that my grandfather was in World War 2 (yes, I know the songs about Vietnam, but it still resonants the same). Good memories over at Aragon and The Metro

[@bryanvincent6174]

Goog lookin....G..... I needed this

[@jessegirlb]

So jealous. I never got to see them live.

[@DaWizardOfOz7]

The fact that no one recorded that... Legendary moments

[@TheStepmonkey]

You're so lucky, u witnessed a legendary moment 👌

[@korinda76]

Aragon Ballroom is right down the street from me...intensely jealous you got to see them there!

[@alexk1682]

The shoddy camera work makes this feel extra authentic. It fits the grunge and grit of the concert. I wouldn’t have had it any other way.

[@Katalyste]

yeah.... the camera work is pretty bad and jumpy but the audio is outstanding! so thankful for how good the audio is!!

[@rubenowns]

His voice is unmatched!!!!! 2:34 gave me goosebumps

[@nathanboland1081]

rubenowns the power in this song isn't FULLY realized until its experienced live

[@shawncaldwell7932]

Same!!!!

[@donalichtenberger9636]

Supernatural

[@lucasortiz6474]

SAME OMG

[@moonylovesmusic]

@@nathanboland1081 this is exactly what I'm thinking. You can hear the power of his voice even if the recording is old and recorded by a fan maybe? If i compare this to pro recordings of other bands lives from the same era, they are not as strong as this. So it makes me wonder just how incredibly powerful it must've been to experience this band live?

[@DAT-OFFICIAL]

When 2:34 happened, my brain stopped working and I was stumbling over my words and speechless for a flat 30 seconds. The stark contrast in power and rawness between that "yeah" scream and the many lines of buildup that came before it had me "shook," as they say. That scream easily raised the energy in the room. You can even hear a guy in the audience going "hohhh" right afterwards.

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

And sounded like he was laughing about something, but regardless, this is an incredible performance!

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

@Jerrycantrell018_ Lmfao. Who actually falls for that shit? 😂

[@aidanhobgood5133]

sounds like the guys cranked his mic for that YEAHH

[@dustinloving123]

I'll catch hell over this, but as far as Seattle singers go, Layne > Kurt. Layne just had it. My favorite vocalist of all time

[@johncarmack8263]

As a huge Nirvana fan I'll have to agree. Layne just had more range and control. His voice was haunting. Kurt wasn't a slacker though.

[@tpp5151]

Layne could sing great. Kurt could sing alright but he was known for screaming at the top of his lungs more than singing.

[@finbarmurphy6740]

Daddy Rolling Stone Personally would say Kurt was/is better known for songwriting ability+being profoundly imaginative and creative?

[@tpp5151]

Finbar Murphy I totally agree. Kurt was hardly a master musician, it's obvious. But he was very good at writing songs. Which I guess you can say is more important. It definitely helped him more, because Nirvana became one of the biggest bands of all time lol

[@finbarmurphy6740]

Daddy Rolling Stone maybe not but still insanely talented. His suicide is one of the reasons for the Kurt Cobaine+Nirvana legacy, even the biggest nirvana fans must admit

[@markdowling2736]

His voice was like no other. And no one still can come close. Amazing.

[@jonway2350]

Layne looks different in every video I see him in.

[@jaykroach8353]

Jon Way I love it .a changeling..Unfortunately one thing didn't change

[@thesecondYouTube]

And he had the best rock star chest hair.

[@claytonbrown994]

Gonz Wouldgo His style was anything laying around to get him through the show and back to the smack. Super talent though.

[@metalkkonaw9372]

Jon Way Yeah. I especially like his hair in the Rooster video.

[@kiekko673]

Ylimreh He was not “a rock star”...😂😂😂

[@kingtaj]

It's almost shocking to see how much mass Layne has at this point compared to later when he did unplugged. Damn, I wish someone knew how to give him peace in life, but then maybe we'd never have gotten this amazing music. Life is a conundrum.

[@JustmeSaP]

My thoughts as well

[@InTheSh8]

The best fucking grunge VOICE ever. Man, RIP

[@InTheSh8]

+thousand eyes a fly Yeah, man!

[@michaelm5558]

Layne was an amazing singer, song writer and someone who cared about his fans. I wish he knew how much he was loved.

[@soueuluan]

Tears just flooded my eyes. May God guard you, Layne. You were one among millions. Rock out, everyone.

[@akirastar420]

🙌🙌💫🙏

[@faheemgulzar1]

One among Billions I'd say.

[@vshagoyan]

❤

[@thespiritroom19]

That voice could bring the dead to life...

[@garyindiana7593]

If only it could bring him back

[@thespiritroom19]

I wish it could.

[@TheAndreluizcarneiro]

It won't.

[@bustyboy123]

elninjalaranja no shit

[@Pantera411]

thank you captain obvious.

[@loonbird71]

what a powerful voice ! he may be long gone but we will have what he left us forever !

[@loonbird71]

#RIPLayneStaley

[@lesflynn4455]

A scratchy, shaky old school videotape recording of a gig in 1993, and it rocks. I've just watched the 2020 museum of pop culture or whatever, tribute to AIC, which was pumped all over KZbin in the last few days. Lots of famous bands and vocalists covering AIC songs. Not one of them had a proper handle on Layne Stayley. he really was a rare talent. He totally fucking "had it." His voice had a real power to it. I shouldn't be surprised Alice in Chains are so celebrated now, a full 30 years on.

[@GeetarAdam]

I don't think I've ever seen Layne so strong and healthy in a live vid before....and it comes through in his vox. Fucking phenomenal!!!

[@BeatsByNewfaces]

The irony is that he was pretty sick in this video from a cold.

[@jye_24]

I think theres another concert recording from 93 where hes not sick and funny enough i think this is his better Rooster performance

[@GeetarAdam]

@@jye_24 Wouldn’t doubt it. I sang for a number of cover bands in the 2010’s and found that some days, you’re just inexplicably “on”. For whatever reason, notes that are often difficult to reach feel easy and natural.

[@speadlermaner8021]

2:34, Without words.

[@kylenthehunter11]

what it’s just him sayin “yeah”

[@calebodom7233]

@@kylenthehunter11i could feel that “yeahhhh” in my skin

[@bringbackreagan1]

Melissa, thank you so much for uploading what I consider the best live performance and show ever!

[@Z06forthewin]

Layne is my spirit animal ❤ thanks for sharing that 🔥 Layne you are truly missed RIP #thebest

[@bringbackreagan1]

I love reading comments like these because just about everyone is into that first 'Yeah' at 2:33! There will never be another Layne Staley with power that comes through his vocals. And I agree that Layne definitely had it going on more than Kurt and you're not alone in that observation. And let's give credit where credit is due, Pearl Jam is also a great band. Two different styles, both equally gifted. And thank God Pearl Jam is still around kicking it strong because they're keeping that era alive!

[@lnewman5808]

The power......the emotion.....the soul.....that voice!!

[@rman6572]

Layne's "yeah" >>>> James Hetfield's "yeah"

[@eminboyaci]

layne s yeah >> everything

[@lobsterclown5224]

James can't sing

[@seflw9666]

both, both is good and i think james took inspiration from layne for the yeahs in black album

[@TinaReggie]

No comparison. Layne owned. Especially in ‘Love Hate Love’ Live at the Moore.

[@maurobtx2314]

Oh yeaaaaaaaaah??

[@mandyjuelz]

OMG! At 2:34, I got chills! *Layne Staley FOREVER!*

[@ajdoman317]

THAT VOICE. RIP Layne.

[@quartani]

I love u for allowing us to have a wonderful memory like this. I have a fondness for Layne. It’s just like all the Layne fans do. Connect the pain. I honestly think it’s possible to have a single musician who has a voice like his again. We were blessed. I turned 18 when dirt came out. Man not any of my favorite bands have topped his place. I am thankful for this video tremendously!

[@quinnm9543]

I’m so glad this exists. This is the best version of this song. I’m right there in the crowd every time. And lanes voice is showcased as the main attraction 🤘🏽 thanks for uploading

[@mvfchan]

One of my favorite vocalists of any genre.! He holds nothing back, so awesome

[@M3.1189]

lol that guy at 0:50 trying to sing those falsetto notes

[@Xxxcowmother]

hahahhaahaha at first i was like "no thats them singing." then the guy. hahahahha made my night man

[@Divine_R]

Just another drunk Dutchman at a rock concert xD

[@miguelrivoch]

Just an asshole

[@Alhapro]

Yeah hahahaha funny part !!

[@deanchirieleison1749]

holy shit!! i never overly got into Alice in chains, i mean i liked them, but now im coming to the realization that lane's voice is severely forgotten and highly unappreciated, this is a voice with intense presence and great vocal accuracy live. if only he lived longer fuck

[@tamibrandt]

LMAO Jerry plays the wrong chord and Layne looked over and glared at him like "What the f^$#ing hell was that?!" LOL Layne's vocal range could run Saturn rings around any other grunge singer out there (including Chris Cornell, IMO). Layne NEVER needed auto tune until about 1998 when he had no teeth and lisp and even then he still killed the vocals. Barrett Martin said that Layne's voice was so powerful, Barrett was on the side of the stage and could hear the resonance from Layne's voice come out of his chest before it ever hit the mic and speakers. There will never be another singer like Layne.

[@Angelstar7774]

His falsetto is so beautiful

[@B-dawg95]

The Best!

[@Heyyyyyyyyyyoooo]

What does this have to do with pasta?

[@rachaeldacek9409]

It’s so strong and clear and not enough people recognize him for that part of his voice

[@boredsmor]

He was able to evoke earthquakes with his voice...

[@queenoftherodeo8650]

Thankyou so much for this, there aren’t too many Rooster live recordings from Layne era ❤

[@heathenbreathinfire]

Thanks so much for uploading this! My biggest regret, music-wise, is not seeing Alice in Chains live in concert while Layne was still around.

[@vikasbahuguna7590]

Man Oh Man, Layne Staley you will be remembered forever !!

[@AlexandruMusetoiu]

forever thankful to whoever recorded this

[@adventuresona700dollarhard5]

SAME

[@IrongodNZ]

One of the greatest voices of all time

[@6xtbirk]

The 7 children that disliked this probably miss typed alice in wonderland.... Back to your play pan kids....too young for this magic

[@eishiro_uchiha]

could not have said it better myself

[@davegrohl7666]

+6xtbirk When I was little, about 10 or 11, and youtube had just come out, I think 2006-ish I searched Alice in Wonderland and somehow stumbled upon Man in the Box. At first I hated it, I thought it was suppose to be some sort of ironic rock band making fun of Kurt or Jimi. But then, I listened to it again, and heard the eery similarities between MITB and Voodoo Child.

[@GeetarAdam]

+6xtbirk That was beautiful...

[@NIIVES]

+6xtbirk Don't act all cool because of your age. Good music is for everyone!

[@6xtbirk]

Rabin Miguel Commenting on all the thumbs down makes me sound 'cool because of my age' ? then by all means...I am that.. P.S. my comment is almost on year old...let that sink in

[@islamkerimov61]

There is no difference between live and studio record. Awesome voice, awesome talents. Still make goosebumps. RIP

[@strikeforce29]

Best live version of this song. Layne the Legend!!

[@Taylordude-Productions]

Laynes voice is hypnotic...

[@lukasil4838]

That first yeah is the best thing I've heard in my life

[@alexguitarman100]

“Do you like Alice In Chains?” Every Rock and metal fan: 2:33

[@tnt8106]

This is the best performance of Rooster I have seen! Goosebumps from head to toe everytime I listen to this..there will never be another Layne..

[@JaNeUmemDaSmislimIme]

Same

[@justinespinoza5329]

I don’t care how many years pass by Layne will always be my favorite singer!

[@akshaiwadhwani950]

Performs live, sickness or broken foot...ladies and gents, Layne fucking badass Staley.

[@kursed01]

And just like that, the Heavens needed an Angel with a singing voice so powerful it yanked souls out and can be heard from One end of the kingdom to the next. Miss you...R.I.P. Layne

[@ChadJensen]

Layne's ability to convey power in his vocal. Wow.

[@Themikecook]

Man. The voice is like an angry angel.

[@nick0394]

The power he had was so intense. I’ve got goosebumps now.

[@christianvidal6045]

When layne comes in at 2:34 with that raspy scream, SO DAMN POWERFUL🤘🏼😭

[@dave1234u]

Laynes voice was strong, raw pure at this show. Cant believe Jerry fucked up so bad in the intro haha it's so easy to play. Epic. The look Layne gives him at 2:10 is classic.

[@matthewbailey8588]

He's like fuck man. Get it together

[@85geoffm]

Yeah, Jerry wrote everything. He was/IS the entire band. Layne shot that look bc he was surprised, not bc he was dismayed. Let's not confuse what this band was/is: an insanely talented musician and an insanely talented vocalist/backing band. This band was/is absolutely nothing without Jerry Cantrell - he is God tier. Period.

[@turns2ashes]

@@85geoffm Jerry did not write everything. But he is a legend. Live music is about mistakes as much as it is about perfection, emotion and energy. Also, the statement about Jerry being everything has been disproven by current AIC. The Jerry and Layne combo created perfection, one alone did not.

[@jodir9136]

Amazing and powerful voice he had! He looks healthy here too.

[@ParticularlyGrunge]

Thank you soooooo much for sharing this little gem! So much power. Such a gift.😢 cheers to the 90s and the Era we grew up with!!

[@43PrcntBurnt]

2:30, Layne killed it! I love it!

[@HRANCH]

Amazing footage, I love seeing what the world was like 20 plus years ago through videos!!! Also very lucky to have recorded this as it was a once in a lifetime opportunity

[@badassrooster589]

his voice just sounds so strong.... chills

[@volarb9613]

2:34 sounds like he got possessed so much power behind that voice

[@leemacwilliams2237]

Not enough people appreciate the brilliance of Alice In Chains- like they know this song and Man in the Box and Would but they're so underappreciated as musicians. My dream is to work with Jerry some day, doubt it's ever gonna happen but I can dream

[@mikeronald3812]

Well if any big time musician would let you in for a song or 2 it would probably be Jerry. That dude seems really down to earth.

[@laurenlisieux]

Sometimes it's even hard to believe that voice was real. And at the same time it feels so real, intense and alive... it's sublime.

[@Arrowsays]

Oh man that voice…. the power!!!!

[@sublimegman]

I can't tell you how many times I got goosebumps during this. Rest In Peace Layne & Mike

[@KroD313]

God damn Layne was on 🔥 that night!!! Almost better than the studio version God damn. A legend gone way too young we miss you brother.

[@RandyRhoadsRules3]

Layne Staley reminds me of Ozzy Osbourne, not in terms of having a similar voice, but in that both sound so haunting and fit really well over those brutal riffs their guitarists play. Great performance.

[@Kaya97899]

Layne …. At all his glory , his voice is untouchable and unmatchable RIP legend… you will be forever missed and loved❤

[@useyourbrain88]

damn, his voice was nothing short of perfect!!

[@OuttoftheBoxx2012]

That voice.. gives me chills RIP Layne

[@steinnstuff9014]

“Tee hee I’m a little sick” *shakes the building to its fucking foundation with the YEAAAHHH*

[@LostWanderer27]

you were the real deal, Layne...

[@princessi8758]

I will never get tired of listening to Layne , the whole band! Love em

[@zaltaire]

"that's how you become great, man. Hang your balls out there" - Jerry Cantrell from Jerry Maguire

[@simoattar1447]

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[@simoattar1447]

Wfhj Xzdh

[@davidhuddleston1488]

wait jerry cantrel was in thst movie?

[@zaltaire]

yeah he's the photocopy dude who printed the front cover for Jerry Maguire lol

[@raoulduke5314]

One of my all time favorite song ...easy ...so powerfull and melodic in the same time.

[@mk11xgameplays44]

Layne you had the voice of an angry as hell angel!! God how I miss you!!!!!

[@jbryand101b]

Music has changed so much, Artist singing raw and real like this is a lost art. The early 90’s was its peak.

[@iLuseMy1v1s]

October 2024, we still miss you Layne. Holy fu*k when that 1st chorus kicked in!

[@elif-kh6eg]

WHAT A POWERFUL VOICE OH GOD

[@TheStepmonkey]

2:33 Wow that raspy “yeah” was perfection💗💗

[@kaylasimon333]

I watch this every year on Laynes birthday... who am I kidding I watch this everyday lol

[@Friedcrust]

One of the greatest songs ever written

[@shmo-modethedungeonlifter4274]

Ever since my dad introduced me to this I've been stuck listening to this everyday for years

[@Kir6213]

damn, what a gem thank u so much for uploading

[@absofreakinglutelymaca1596]

Wow! Layne always amaze me! Alice in chains forever. People on that venue is so lucky 😍😍😍😍🎊

[@migcaro7151]

fucking chills man

[@InfluencesFromtheMiddleEast]

Layne Forever

[@fabiankellquist4630]

Mig Caro Layne sounds like a frog in this vid thou

[@ryan.1357]

That first "Yeah". My god.

[@spencer2639]

There will never be music like this again. Thank you.

[@xereflast1385]

even lucifer affraid to his voice

[@ryanbeasley6224]

lmfao I love Layne's sense of humor at 2:06 jerry screwed up and at about 2:10 layne looks straight at jerry like he was thinking um ok then he slowly faced back to the mic idk if anyone noticed that.

[@juliewaters5747]

Ryan Beasley LOVED that!! Hilarious how Layne just carried on....Jerry NEVER screws up- said he was a little "sick", & truthfully Jerry looks a hawt mess lol. What's SO cool is how they all covered for each other, like in Rio when Layne was losing his voice, Jerry & the band went that extra mile to compensate.....just like LAYNE DID THIS NIGHT!! Boy did he deliver!!!

[@deathmetalmvs5924]

The whole concert was awesome

[@leahtreck1083]

Layne’s voice was OTHERWORLDLY. Miss you so much bro, R.I.P.😭.

[@TinaReggie]

Person taking video must've been high af. I still thank them to heaven and back for this video. I know when I'm fucked up at a show my camera is everywhere and rarely stays focused. Performance is incredible as usual. They were a perfect band.

[@Choruseffect]

never forget Layne. one in a million.

[@nataliaoliveiradamo9416]

One in 7 billions.