One of grunge's (and now hard rock's) heavy hitters, there's also a case for Alice In Chains as one of the heaviest bands of all time - certainly in a lyrical sense. [197], He played guitar on Duff McKagan's 2015 EP How to Be a Man,[198][199] and has also collaborated with Alternative Metal band Deftones, contributing guitar parts to the track "Phantom Bride" off their 2016 album Gore. "I think there's overwhelming evidence that things aren't working right now. Downing, David Gilmour, Nancy Wilson,[45] and Eddie Van Halen as major influences,[46] as well as Elton John[47] and bands Fleetwood Mac,[47] Heart[45][48] and Rush as his early songwriting idols. He would later cite guitarists such as Jimi Hendrix,[44] Ace Frehley, Tony Iommi, Angus Young, Jimmy Page, Glenn Tipton, K.K. [320], During his independent tour for Degradation Trip before the album was released, Cantrell broke his left hand while playing football after a concert at the Kentucky Derby on May 3, 2001. [165] In the Spring of 2004, Cantrell opened a slate of shows on Kid Rock's U.S. It was such a big movie and it was really fun to do. [21] His father is an Army veteran, and his mother was an amateur organist and melodica player who worked as an administrative assistant for the Clover Park School District in Pierce County, Washington. We've been more of a family than most, and it had to be okay from here", Cantrell said pointing to his heart. "[180] On July 28, 2021, Cantrell posted a teaser trailer in his social media announcing that a new song and video titled "Atone" would be released on July 29. [127] The album includes songs which Cantrell described as "the heaviest he's ever written",[128] and has Cantrell singing lead vocals on most of the songs and William DuVall as co-lead vocalist. Nashville TN", "The Making of Alice in Chains' Black Gives Way to Blue", "Jerry Cantrell Shares The Tales Behind Some of The Most Treasured Pieces In His Arsenal", "Alice In Chains Would Live Jools Holland 5 1993", "Interview: Jerry Cantrell talks lost guitars, weirdest gigs and more", "Jerry Cantrell and the New Dean USA Soltero! Cantrell wrote the lyrics from the perspective of Keanu Reeves' title character. I could sit down and figure it out, but what's the use? Their albums are Black Gives Way to Blue, The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here and Rainier Fog. Silver was also Alice in Chains' manager. Cantrell was born in Tacoma, Washington, on March 18, 1966, to Gloria Jean Krumpos and Jerry Fulton Cantrell. Cantrell is one of the best guitarists around, and I had never seen him live, solo or with Alice in Chains. [48] Cantrell also cited Soundgarden as a big influence on him. [192], In 2007, Cantrell played guitar on Glenn Hughes's rendition of Led Zeppelin's "Misty Mountain Hop", featured on Hughes' solo album Music for the Divine,[193] and played on the track "Soul Ecstacy" off the Stevie Salas's album The Sun and the Earth: The Essential Stevie Salas, Vol. Cantrell also acted in the Alice in Chains mockumentaries The Nona Tapes (1995) and AIC 23 (2013). [147] It had a music video, which was included as a bonus feature on the 15th anniversary edition Blu-Ray of The Cable Guy in 2011,[148] and the song reached No. tour.[168]. In a 2015 interview with Loudwire discussing five of his essential guitar albums, Slayer guitarist Kerry King said about Cantrell: Cantrell did the harmonies with Layne, and they were haunting, especially on Dirt. Jerry Cantrell - Man In The Box/Ace of Spades (March 1, 1992, Seattle)", "Pantera Concert Setlist at Seattle Center Coliseum, Seattle on March 1, 1992", "Pantera feat. Sean [Kinney] was at the door with my brother, so my choices were open the door and go to rehab or jump out the back window down a cliff into some blackberry bushes. ", "Rock Royalty Night! [16] Cantrell was ranked at No. [319] Cantrell stated, "There are two things you never want to get into a conversation or argument about: politics and religion. From his decades of a successful music career, Jerry, named by Metal Hammer as Riff Lord in 2006, is now entitled to a whooping net worth of 35 million dollars, as CelebrityNetWorth reports. [26] Cantrell would later name his music publishing company as Rooster's Son Publishing. Jerry Fulton Cantrell Jr was born March 18, 1966, in Tacoma, Washington. But fuck, I guess we're going to be talking about this for awhile". We have played with some [singers] who can actually bring it and add their own thing to it without being a Layne clone. [29][30], Cantrell moved back with his mother to Spanaway where he attended junior high. More colors. ", and introduced a new song, "Killer Is Me", with Cantrell on lead vocals. [178] He started recording at Dave's Room Recording Studio in North Hollywood, California on March 10, 2020. Cantrell also has a solo career and released the albums Boggy Depot in 1998 and Degradation Trip Volumes 1 & 2 in 2002. [176][177], On January 24, 2020, Cantrell announced that he was working on a new solo album. [249] In 2011, Cantrell revealed that he had to retire the guitar due to a hairline crack from the neck all the way through the back of the body. . Before . [102] Their first compilation, titled "Live", was released on December 5, 2000. [351], Cantrell also supports Music for Relief,[352] Autism Speaks,[353][327] Rock Against MS Foundation,[229][354] and the Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation. [102], Although never officially disbanding, Alice in Chains was plagued by extended inactivity from 1996 onwards due to Staley's substance abuse, which resulted in his death in 2002. In 1993 the musician wrote a tribute song to his father called 'Rooster' and also mentioned 'Gloria' in it. Facebook; Twitter; Su Yeniocak. [196] Aday stated that she thought Cantrell would be a good person to put in some "heartbroken, haunting, crying guitar" on the track. Singer, songwriter, guitarist, and Alice In Chains co-founder Jerry Cantrell today announces a North American tour beginning on March 24, 2022 in support of his soon to be released album Brighten. We did it step by step. [31] His first job was delivering newspapers. [295], He also had a cameo as himself in the 2009 film noir comedy Rock Slyde,[296] appeared on the background of two scenes from the first episode of season three of the HBO TV series Deadwood in 2006,[297] and made a cameo in Deadwood: The Movie in 2019. retrovinylclock. Cantrell wanted to continue the tour, and although he was in a lot of pain, he played his first concert as a frontman without a guitar opening for Cheap Trick in Atlanta. [188] Cantrell, Osbourne, guitarist Zakk Wylde, bassist Robert Trujillo and drummer Mike Bordin went to the studio and made some rough demos of those songs. [218], Cantrell made a special appearance at a Stone Temple Pilots concert in Camden, New Jersey, on May 23, 2010, playing guitar during the band's performance of "Sex Type Thing". [287], In 2012, Cantrell's voice was featured on a smoking policy ad at the Sea-Tac Airport in Seattle. His first solo concerts since 2004. [59][60] Shortly after Cantrell moved in with Staley at the Music Bank, Alice 'N Chains broke up. [266], In 2010, Jim Dunlop introduced the "JC95 Cantrell Signature Cry Baby", Cantrell's signature Cry Baby wah pedal,[267][268] based on the original Jimi Hendrix Wah pedal that Cantrell used since his early days. [165] The songs on the album ranged from doom metal to pop-based hard rock. [35] Besides singing, Cantrell also played guitar, piano, clavinet, organ, and steel drums on the album. [37], Cantrell is featured in the 1992 movie Singles, along with the rest of Alice in Chains performing the songs "It Ain't Like That" and "Would?". [138], In June 2017, Alice in Chains returned to Seattle's Studio X to record their sixth studio album. [52] While working at the store, Cantrell bought what he described as his first "real guitar", a 1984 G&L Rampage. Jerry Cantrell was already assisting Staley on vocals from time to time, . I had the same issue in the other shoulder about six years ago so I've had them both done now. [99][100] The show featured some of the band's highest charting singles, including "Rooster", "Down in a Hole", "Heaven Beside You", "No Excuses" and "Would? [338], On April 12, 2004, Cantrell and his then-band Cardboard Vampyres performed at a benefit concert for Sweet Relief, a nonprofit organization that helps needy musicians cover medical expenses. However, his musical range also extends into elements of blues and country as heard on his solo debut album. [303][304][305][306], Cantrell was homeless in the early '90s and lived for some time at the house of Pearl Jam's manager Kelly Curtis. He is the eldest child of his parents. [72] Cantrell's guitar contribution gave a heavy metal edge to the band's unique grunge style. [170], In November 2014, during an interview on radio 95.5 KLOS, Cantrell was asked if he had any plans on doing more solo work, to which he replied: "I don't know. [166], Cantrell returned to the movie scene in 2004 to write, with the newly formed metal band Damageplan, the song "Ashes to Ashes" for the movie The Punisher. Can't wait to see it!". [309][310], Cantrell was a close friend of late Alice in Chains' lead singer Layne Staley, who was described by Cantrell as his best friend. IconicInc. [200][201], Cantrell performed a snippet of "Man in the Box" followed by a cover of Motrhead's "Ace of Spades" alongside Pantera during their concert at the Seattle Center Coliseum on March 1, 1992. The experience with Camp Freddy inspired Cantrell and The Cult guitarist Billy Duffy to form their own covers band,[211] the rock supergroup Cardboard Vampyres (named after Cantrell's cats). When Jerry was a boy, he wanted an electric guitar for Christmas, but his father bought him an acoustic one with nylon strings, so there is a good chance that the D-50 was one of his very first six-strings. [187] He also appears briefly with Warren Haynes in the documentary Rising Low, which documents the work of the band Gov't Mule following the death of bassist Allen Woody. [311] Staley died on April 5, 2002 at the same time of Cantrell's Degradation Trip tour, but Cantrell opted not to cancel any shows, stating, "It's difficult to do interviews - it's hard to talk about it [Staley's death]. Suffering from PTSD from the Vietnam War, Jerry Cantrell Sr. was often distant and strict, causing Jerry to often butt-heads with his father. [16] Cantrell has earned nine Grammy Award nominations as a member of Alice in Chains.[17]. [116] Cantrell started hanging out with the band and occasionally joining them onstage. . selling over 500,000 copies in the U.S.[134], The band released their fifth studio album, The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here, on May 28, 2013,[135] and Cantrell continued his role of main singer in the album. [42] In the months before writing the song, Cantrell had been suffering from an unexplained illness. I rarely bathed during that period of writing; I sent out for food, I didn't really venture out of my house in three or four months. Cantrell and his Alice in Chains bandmates played a five-song set at the awards event and Cantrell stated, "We really miss Layne [Staley] and Mike [Starr], and we carry them with us in our hearts". Cantrell was born in Tacoma, Washington, on March 18, 1966, to Gloria Jean Krumpos and Jerry Fulton Cantrell. Jerry Cantrell Jr. is a well-known musician, classical guitarist, actor, composer, and singer-songwriter. Now I've got to step up to the plate and take a few swings. [323], Cantrell underwent shoulder surgery twice. The first is a Rampage model which is very similar to the instrument most closely identified with Cantrell, known as the "Blue Dress Rampage" for having an image of a vintage pin-up girl wearing a blue dress, which Cantrell taped to the top of his first guitar. [56][124] The writing and recording process was completed on March 18, 2009 Cantrell's 43rd birthday and also the same day that DuVall's son was born. When Alice in Chains' first album went gold, Cantrell sent both teachers a gold record. I can't quantify it really in words. [254][255] Also a Gibson Custom Shop Jerry Cantrell SG,[256][254] a 1952 Goldtop Les Paul,[257] an Ernie Ball Music Man EVH[258][259] that was a gift from Eddie Van Halen in the 1990s, but has been stolen from Cantrell,[260] a dark blue Mosrite Ventures model,[261] a Dean Michael Schenker USA V,[262] and Dean Soltero guitars. [172], In February 2017, Cantrell released his first solo song in 15 years, "A Job to Do", featured during the end credits of the movie John Wick: Chapter 2. [233], On January 16, 2019, Cantrell along with William DuVall, Pearl Jam's guitarist Stone Gossard and bassist Jeff Ament, and drummer Josh Freese performed Soundgarden's "Hunted Down" at the Chris Cornell tribute concert "I Am the Highway". He grew up in Spanaway, and is the oldest of three children. "[37] Cantrell was also Crowe's first choice for the role of Stillwater bass player Larry Fellows in Almost Famous (2000), but he was busy writing the songs for his solo album Degradation Trip and had to turn the role down. [98][102] Still in 1999, the band released a 15-track compilation titled Nothing Safe: Best of the Box. 1998. [169] When asked about releasing another solo album, he issued this statement in 2010: Not for a while. [101][37], Alice in Chains performed four shows supporting Kiss on their Alive/Worldwide Tour in 1996, including the final live appearance of Layne Staley on July 3, 1996, in Kansas City, Missouri. [26], Cantrell's father, Jerry Sr., is a combat veteran of the Vietnam War. 14 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks. He met Axl Rose after the show and gave him the tape. [31] Cantrell has cited his interest in dark musical tones as dating back to this period: "In choir we performed a cappella Gregorian chants from the 14th and 15th centuries. He's sat in the restaurant of an airy hotel, where multiple dishes, including a vast pizza and a colourful salad are fanned . This amp is known for its simplicity. 77 on its list of "100 Greatest Guitar Solos" in 2008. [283] Cantrell and William DuVall were also tied at No. [56], Three weeks after his mother's death on April 11, 1987, Cantrell went to see the band Alice N' Chains perform at the Tacoma Little Theatre, and was impressed by the voice of the lead singer, Layne Staley. Find Jerry Cantrell tour schedule, concert details, reviews and photos. Later, he learned officially on his mom's manual-transmission 1976 Volkswagen Super Beetle . [75][78][57], Although Alice in Chains has been labeled grunge by the mainstream media,[79] Cantrell identifies the band as primarily heavy metal. [264], Cantrell used a variety of amplifiers such as those made by Bogner, Mesa Boogie and Marshall throughout his career. 38 on its list of "The 66 Best Hard Rock + Metal Guitarists of All Time". [307] At the start of 1991, Cantrell moved in with Soundgarden lead singer Chris Cornell and his then-wife Susan Silver at their house in Seattle. Growing up, Jerry had a strong relationship with his mother, while his relationship with his father was strained. Find out more as we look at 10 things you didn't know about Jerry Cantrell. [132] The album was certified Gold by the RIAA in May 2010,[133] It was a hell of an experience. Proceeds from the concert benefited the Cedars-Sinai Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute and further the mission of Rhonda's Kiss, an organization that helps cancer patients in need. We're willing to take a chance on it. [153] The title comes from the ghost town of the same name in Oklahoma, which is the area that Cantrell's father grew up in. [35] He graduated from high school in 1984. I believe it was at the Seattle Center Arena. [129][130] The title track is a tribute to Layne Staley written and sung by Cantrell, accompanied by Elton John playing piano. Released on Roadrunner Records, Degradation Trip hit shelves two months after Layne Staley's death and was dedicated to him. 2006", "ALICE IN CHAINS Joined By SMASHING PUMPKINS, SCREAMING TREES Singers At L.A. Tour Opener", "Watch Phil Anselmo, James Hetfield Sing "Would?" This is a community-built gear list for Jerry Cantrell. . [230] Cantrell sang "Love Her Madly" accompanied by The Doors' original guitarist Robby Krieger, keyboardist George Laks, bassist Zander Schloss, and drummer Brian Young. They never could find anything wrong with me. [105] The band featured Damageplan vocalist Pat Lachman, as well as other special guests including Maynard James Keenan of Tool, Wes Scantlin from Puddle of Mudd and Ann Wilson of Heart. Columbia . [99] Cantrell stated that he was ill during the performance as a result of food poisoning from a hot dog consumed before the gig. [329][332] He was awarded the 2012 Stevie Ray Vaughan Award from MusiCares, for his work helping other addicts with the recovery process. [349], In 2015, Alice in Chains donated two dollars from every pre-sold ticket of their summer tour to help the family of a fan named Stefan Dayne-Ankle, who died after a battle with leukemia. I am interested in everything about music, fashion, and photography. [308] Alice in Chains also paid tribute to Cornell on the one year anniversary of his death on May 18, 2018. Also, Jerry plays like a machine. According to Cantrell's bio, his parents divorced when he was young . "[115], Cantrell met singer William DuVall in Los Angeles in 2000, through a mutual acquaintance who introduced him to With all the crazy weather, Jerry Cantrell and his band showed up to rock the RMA. [32] At that time he played clarinet, and his mother was dating a guitar player who handed his guitar to Cantrell and taught him a couple of chords. Playing again in 2005 felt right, so we did the next thing and toured. In a 1998 interview with Guitar World, he was asked about the latter quality: I really don't know where that comes from; it just comes naturally to me. [39] During that time, he had a band with Vinnie Chas (from Pretty Boy Floyd), called Sinister. Cantrell started to sing lead vocals on Alice in Chains' 1992 EP Sap. The chorus speaks of Jerry's father. It's completely a reunion because the three of us who're left are back together. [61], Cantrell wanted to form a new band and Staley gave him the phone number of Melinda Starr, the girlfriend of drummer Sean Kinney, so that Cantrell could talk to him. [331], Cantrell is a recovering addict and alcoholic and has been sober since 2003. [93] The album's fifth track was an instrumental song, "Whale & Wasp", described by Cantrell as "a conversation between whales and wasps". The song was about Cantrell's relationship with his younger brother, David. Of course, you know, possibilities"[171] Cantrell expressed the same sentiment when asked about a new solo album during an interview with Trunk Nation in August 2017, stating that Alice in Chains has always been his number one concern, but that he would not rule out a new solo album in the future. [citation needed], Cantrell explained the band's reunion saying, "We want to celebrate what we did and the memory of our friend. [299], In 2018, Cantrell played Terry, a plumber who plays bass in a garage band in the short film Dad Band, co-starring W. Earl Brown. [26] Jerry Sr. was the main subject of the song "Rooster", which Cantrell wrote as a tribute to his father,[27] and his mother Gloria is also mentioned by name in the song. [205], In 2002, Cantrell played a series of summer dates with headlining rock band Nickelback. [328] Cantrell explained the surgery saying, "The thing that set me back is I had some bone spurs [and] cartilage issues in my shoulders. It's more than just making music, and it always has been. [213] On November 10, 2004, Cantrell was among the musicians who performed a short acoustic set to benefit Help The Homeless in Hollywood, California. Cantrell has been most famously seen playing a G&L Guitars' Rampage model. I'll take care of you like you took care of me.' Guitarist Jerry Cantrell recalled where he was when he wrote the song, telling Classic Rock Magazine, "I was between places to live at that time so I moved in with Chris Cornell and his wife, Susan Silver at their house in Seattle. He is the son of Gloria and Jerry Cantrell, Sr. His father was from Atoka, Oklahoma. [348][349][350], Cantrell and his Alice in Chains bandmates offer special seating at their concerts for veterans from Operation Ward 57, a fund for wounded soldiers. Cantrell also composed the film score along with Carl Restivo. [214] The band played at various venues in the United States; although, they predominately played along the West Coast. One night at a party in 1987, he ran into Alice in Chains' future guitarist, Jerry Cantrell. It's a repetitive motion injury from playing. [290], In his teens, Cantrell was acting in lead roles in high school plays. [73] The album, which received better critical reception than its predecessor, featured two singles, "Anger Rising" and "Angel Eyes", and the track "She Was My Girl" was included on the Spider-Man soundtrack. Jerry Fulton Cantrell Jr. (born March 18, 1966) is an American musician who is best known as the founder, lead guitarist, colead vocalist and main songwriter for the rock band Alice in Chains. [154] The tracks "Cut You In", "My Song" and "Dickeye" were released as singles to promote the album. [213] "This band is really just about having fun and playing tunes that we were fans of growing up," Cantrell stated. I miss him tremendously. 1 hits,[145] and eleven Grammy Award nominations.[146]. [179] On March 4, 2021, he announced via his Instagram page that he had completed the album, captioning the photo "Finished my record tonight one year to the day from when we started recording it. Jerry was a loving father and grandfather. [241] The second is a guitar called the 'Superhawk'. [91] The album's fourth single, "Rooster", was a tribute to Cantrell's father. [114] Although Cantrell acknowledges the benefits of working as a solo artist, he expressed his happiness with being back in the band culture. The band did not tour in support of their self-titled album. 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He was an accomplished musician and was able to play all stringed instruments. [275], In July 2006, British hard rock/metal magazine Metal Hammer awarded Cantrell the title of "Riff Lord" at its annual Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards show, held at the London Astoria. Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Jerry Cantrell in 2023. 6:02 PM. With W. Earl Brown, Jerry Cantrell, Suzanne Friedline, Ted Kamp. [71], Jerry Cantrell served as the lead guitarist, co-lyricist, co-vocalist and main composer of Alice in Chains until the group's near-permanent hiatus beginning in the late 1990s and leading through the death of lead singer Layne Staley in April 2002. He grew up in Spanaway, and is the oldest of three children. . But being a part of this band is a full time job. in tribute to Andrew Wood", "Alice in Chains - Chart History - Billboard 200", "American album certifications Alice in Chains Jar of Flies", Recording Industry Association of America, "Hearing From Alice After Quiet Year, Alice In Chains Hammers Out New Album With The Hard And Heavy Sound Fans Will Appreciate", "Gold & Platinum RIAA Alice in Chains (1995)", "Flashback: Alice in Chains Play Final Show With Layne Staley", "Alice in Chains Concert Chronology: MTV Unplugged Session", "Ex-Alice In Chains Members Enlist Damageplan Singer, Others For Benefit", "Kinney drums up enthusiastic response for tsunami benefit", "Alice in Chains owns stage in tsunami-relief show full of surprises", "Alice in Chains - "Brother" (Ft. Ann Wilson) Seattle, WA, Nov 24. [27] Cantrell wrote the song "Rooster" at the Cornells' house and stayed there for a few weeks. 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[40], The first album that Cantrell owned was Elton John's 1974 Greatest Hits compilation,[42] which was a gift he received from his father when he was 10 years old. [292], In 1995, Cantrell played journalist Nona Weisbaum on the Alice in Chains mockumentary The Nona Tapes. Jerry Cantrell father's name is . 1. [173] Cantrell said in a statement: "I really dug John Wick and have always admired Keanu's work. [219], On December 9, 2011, Cantrell joined Metallica for their 30th anniversary concert at The Fillmore in San Francisco and performed the songs "For Whom the Bell Tolls", "Nothing Else Matters", "Seek and Destroy" and a cover of Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Tuesday's Gone". [217] The following night, Cantrell joined the band to perform "Kick Out the Jams". G&L Jerry Cantrell signature Rampage prototype, Ernie Ball Music Man EVH Model - Given to Jerry by Eddie, 2 Friedman Amplification BE100 Brown Eye heads, Friedman JJ-100 Jerry Cantrell Signature 100W Hand Wired Tube Guitar Head, Dunlop Jerry Cantrell signature Cry Baby wah, This page was last edited on 25 February 2023, at 05:37. It's overwhelming. If he showed up at all, it was around 1 or 2am and he would be high as. [62] Cantrell called the number and set up a meeting with Kinney. [242] This guitar features a fixed bridge and the addition of a neck pickup. Towards the end of "Boot Camp", the lights on stage spelled out "CC" for Chris Cornell and "SG" for Soundgarden as feedback rang out. Hi, I'm Su! It's a tough thing to go through. But it gave me the impetus to do what I'm doing. [26] Due to the strain of war, his parents divorced when he was seven years old, and Cantrell was raised by his mother, Gloria, and his maternal grandmother in Tacoma. A lot of people stand and get the fuck back up after falling. . Vinyl record art. [142] Cantrell took the album's title from the Mount Rainier in Seattle, and the title track is a tribute to the Seattle music scene. Answer (1 of 3): He didn't. Throughout all of the time Layne Staley was in Alice In Chains, Jerry Cantrell was there to support Layne. G&L Guitars makes two Jerry Cantrell Signature guitars available to the general public for purchase. Jerry Cantrell - Biography. [167] The live show was well received by audiences on a national tour that helped build upon the solo album's success. [citation needed], In a May 2001 interview with Metal-is.com, Cantrell revealed that he had written four songs for Ozzy Osbourne. Jerry Cantrell, best known for being a Guitarist, was born in Tacoma, Washington, USA on Friday, March 18, 1966. A full time job 1995, Cantrell also composed the film score along with Restivo. 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