Kyle Meredith with... Jerry Cantrell (Alice In Chains)

Jerry Cantrell on Working with Duff McKagan and Robert Trujillo, Being Inspired by Pearl Jam, and the Alice In Chains Songs He Doesn’t Play Alice In Chains’ Jerry Cantrell discusses his new solo album I Want Blood with Kyle Meredith, and reflects on the challenges and joys of his creative journey. Cantrell explains that making an album requires a significant commitment, often spanning three years from conception to touring, and he embraces the unpredictability of the creative process. He notes that his music is always driven by his own inspiration rather than catering to audience expectations, trusting that if he loves what he creates, his fans will too. Collaborators like Duff McKagan, Robert Trujillo, and Greg Puciato bring their unique styles, contributing to the project’s overall sound, which Cantrell describes as a collective effort rather than a true "solo" endeavor. Cantrell also talks about the balance between making new music and performing fan favorites during live shows. With a career that includes an extensive discography from Alice in Chains to his solo work, choosing which songs to perform is always a challenge, and we get to hear why he never performs “I Stay Away” or “Get Born Again”. Despite getting older, Cantrell emphasizes that his passion for heavy music remains strong, which is evident in the hard-hitting nature of his new record. Inspired by the dedication of his peers, like Pearl Jam, Cantrell expresses his desire to keep pushing boundaries and creating as long as he's able, still driven by the excitement of the music-making journey. #aliceinchains #jerrycantrell #pearljam