Alice in Chains

Dirt

First released1992

Dirt, Alice in Chains' third studio album, was recorded at One on One Recording Studios in Los Angeles from September 1991 to early 1992. The album was produced by Rick Rubin, known for his minimalist production approach, alongside the band members themselves. Recording engineer Sylvia Massy contributed significantly to capturing the heavy, layered guitar tones and distinctive vocal harmonies that defined the album's sound. The production deliberately emphasized raw, organic instrumentation and vocal performances, with particular attention to creating a darker and more aggressive sonic palette compared to the band's previous work. Released in September 1992, Dirt became a landmark grunge album that helped bring Alice in Chains into mainstream success during the alternative rock boom of the early 1990s.