description Alice in Chains - The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here Overview
"The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here" is the fifth studio album by the American rock band Alice in Chains, released in 2013. It represents the band's second full-length record featuring vocalist and rhythm guitarist William DuVall, who joined the group following the death of original frontman Layne Staley. The album achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart. Characterized by heavy, downtuned guitar riffs and dark, philosophical lyrics, the record explores themes of mortality, religion, and societal critique.
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When was Alice in Chains' The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here released?
The album was released on May 28, 2013, through Capitol Records. It was Alice in Chains' fifth studio album and the band's final album released through that label.
Who sings on The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here?
William DuVall shares lead vocal duties with founding guitarist Jerry Cantrell. It was the band's second full-length album featuring DuVall after the death of original vocalist Layne Staley.
Which songs introduced The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here?
The album includes the singles "Hollow" and "Stone." Both songs use the band's characteristic heavy guitar writing while featuring the Cantrell and DuVall vocal blend.
What does the album title The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here mean?
The title refers to a fringe creationist idea that Satan planted dinosaur fossils to mislead people about Earth's history. Alice in Chains used that phrase as an intentionally provocative album title.
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