Alice in Chains is a rock band from Seattle, Washington. Guitarist and vocalist Jerry Cantrell and drummer Sean Kinney formed the band in 1987 and later recruited bassist Mike Starr and lead vocalist Layne Staley. Starr was replaced by Mike Inez in 1993. Layne Staley passed away in 2002 and the band conducted a search for their next lead singer. William DuVall joined the band in 2006, having been a fan of the band, as co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist. Mike Starr also passed in 2011.