Video: Alice In Chains "Check My Brain"

"Check My Brain" is the second song to be released off of the forthcoming "Black Gives Way To Blue". It's a punchy mid-tempo rocker that highlights the rock-steady rhythm section of drummer Sean Kinney and bassist Mike Inez. Once again, William DuVall manages to harmonize well with Jerry Cantrell, giving vocal depth to the track. It's a strong song and a good follow-up to first single, "A Looking In View".

As I stated in my review for "A Looking In View", the band is well aware of the void left by original vocalist Layne Staley, and to their credit they are not trying to replace Layne. They are moving forward as a band, playing off of the strengths that each member brings to the group. They've retained the trademark AIC sound and yet managed to build upon the foundation.