Episode 33 - Alice In Chains "Dirt"

This week, we're diving deep into the dark, masterful sound of Alice In Chains’ 1992 grunge masterpiece, Dirt! We break down why this album remains a heavy music benchmark.Plus: We pay tribute to the late Limp Bizkit bassist, Sam Rivers, and honor the enduring legacy of Kiss's Spaceman, Ace Frehley.In The Art of Discovery, we shine a spotlight on three fantastic and underappreciated bands you need to hear!Finally, we tackle the rock 'n' roll foundation of Elvis Presley's 'All Shook Up' as part of Michael's Journey, and the plot thickens: Michael receives his next mysterious assignment!Don't miss our ultimate breakdown of Dirt, essential new discoveries, the next steps in Michael's musical quest, and more!(00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening To?(00:07:43) - RIP Ace Frehley & Sam Rivers(00:08:51) - The Art of Discovery(00:09:17) - The Sleeper Service "Answer and Apophthegm"(00:17:52) - Sungoose "Stone Cold Walls"(00:24:07) - The Reticent "The Concealment (Those Who Don't Want to Wake)"(00:31:44) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Alice In Chains' "Dirt"(01:04:58) - Can't Wait(01:08:59) - Michael's Journey: Elvis Presley's "All Shook Up"(01:13:23) - On the Next Episode/OutroTHE ART OF DISCOVERY:“Answer and Apophthegm”Performed by The Sleeper ServiceFrom the album: Canvas “Stone Cold Walls”Performed by SungooseFrom the “Reach Out” EP "The Concealment (Those Who Don’t Want to Wake)"Performed by The ReticentFrom the forthcoming album: PleasePlease Pre-Order OTHER BAND MENTIONS:Arch EnemyJohn 5Sammy Hagar and the Best of All Worlds BandEarshotA Sense of PurposeAn Abstract IllusionAce FrehleyLimp BizkitCONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3zWe are part of the SPDM Crew Network!Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message!Recorded on 10/19/2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.