Phantom Limb
Alice in Chains
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Artist Formation"Phantom Limb" is a song by Alice in Chains, an American rock band formed in Seattle in 1987. The band is known for its distinctive vocal style, which often includes harmonized vocals among its members.
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Album DetailsThe song was released as part of their fifth studio album, "The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here," in 2013. This was the band's second album with vocalist/guitarist William DuVall, who joined the band in 2006 following the death of original lead vocalist Layne Staley.
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Song Length"Phantom Limb" is the longest track on "The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here" album, running for 7 minutes and 8 seconds.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Phantom Limb" premiered on VEVO on November 5, 2014. It was directed by Roboshobo, who has worked with various other bands including Metallica and Mastodon.
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LyricsThe lyrics, while open to interpretation, are generally understood to discuss the feeling of missing something or someone. This is inline with the definition of a "phantom limb," a sensation that an amputated or missing limb is still attached.
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Genre ClassificationLike most of Alice in Chains' music, "Phantom Limb" can be classified as grunge, alternative rock, and heavy metal, though the band has always experimented with a variety of sounds within these genres.
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Live PerformanceThe band first performed "Phantom Limb" live at their concert at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, California, on April 25, 2014.
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Inspiration for the songThere's no official statement about the inspiration for "Phantom Limb", but some fans speculate it's a musical interpretation of guitarist Jerry Cantrell's feelings about the death of original band member Layne Staley, who passed away in 2002.
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Critical Reception"Phantom Limb" received generally positive reviews from music critics. Several reviewers highlighted the song's heavy, sultry guitar work and dark lyrics.
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Alice in Chains' SuccessBy the time "Phantom Limb" was released, Alice in Chains was already a well-established band with multiple gold and platinum albums, proving their longevity and consistency in the music industry.
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Drummer's WorkOn this track, drummer Sean Kinney's performance was praised for its intensity and intricate drumming patterns which contribute to the overall eerie atmosphere of the song.
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