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Alice in Chains' Rise: Staley Thrives Post-Rehab

5/20/2025

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In early 1991, Layne Staley of Alice in Chains seemed to thrive post-rehab, as former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson remembers. During the Clash of the Titans Tour, Ellefson and Dave Mustaine stood by Staley, aware of the touring temptations. This pivotal tour catapulted Alice in Chains into the spotlight with their hit "Man in the Box."

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In early 1991, Layne Staley of Alice in Chains seemed to thrive post-rehab, as former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson remembers. During the Clash of the Titans Tour, Ellefson and Dave Mustaine stood by Staley, aware of the touring temptations. This pivotal tour catapulted Alice in Chains into the spotlight with their hit "Man in the Box."