Bands don't last. Bands don't last forever - it's a rarity when they do.

Playing for someone else's crowd is always difficult for any band.

I'm going to keep thinking about topping myself every time. I can say very confidently that Alice In Chains have done that on every record. It surprises me. I don't go in there expecting that, but I do go in there hoping for it.

When power ballads come back, we'll get big hair again.

There's not a word that describes us. We’re not alternative, metal or grunge - we’re not any of that. We’re just what we are.

I didn't really know Kurt that well, but there was a guy I always admired. We didn't spend much time together, but the few times we did spend together, you know, were times I'll always remember. You know, he was a really sweet guy, and a really genuine soul, you know, and an incredibly talented artist.

I'm just thankful to have a tour and work something I can focus on.