The journals of legendary Alice In Chains vocalist Layne Staley might be revealed for the primary time ever this November as a group named This Offended Pen: The Misplaced Journals Of Layne Staley. The gathering options handwritten lyrics, poetry, authentic paintings, uncommon images, fan tributes, and extra. Principally in the event you’re a fan of Alice In Chains – or simply obsessive about the mystique that surrounds the legacy of Staley – this can be a dream come true.
Staley was a founding member of Alice In Chains, who really took their title from Staley‘s earlier band Alice N’ Chains. Staley was discovered useless in his Seattle condominium on April 19, 2002 after dying from a mix of heroin and cocaine overdose two weeks prior.
This Offended Pen: The Misplaced Journals Of Layne Staley is due out November 11 by way of Weldon Owen. Pre-orders are available here. The next is an outline of the guide.
“Step into the world of Layne Staley like by no means earlier than. For the primary time, this beautiful assortment unveils the deeply private and inventive facet of the legendary Alice in Chains frontman. By means of never-before-seen poetry, uncooked handwritten lyrics, intimate scribblings, and heartfelt notes, Layne’s internal ideas and feelings come to life, providing a glimpse into the thoughts of a musical genius who outlined a era.
“Uncover his putting authentic paintings, the place each line tells its personal story, and discover uncommon, candid images that seize each the highs and lows of his journey. Expertise the love and admiration of the followers whose lives he touched, superbly expressed by evocative fan artwork that honor his legacy.
“By means of Layne‘s scribblings and heartfelt musings are a window into the emotional depths of a person who gave a lot of himself to his artwork and his followers, whilst he struggled along with his personal battles. For followers new and outdated, this is a chance to attach with Layne’s artistry and humanity in a method that is by no means been doable earlier than. His story, instructed by his personal phrases, creations, and the lives he ceaselessly modified, is a testomony to the enduring energy of music, artwork, and the human spirit.”
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