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Staley joined forces with guitarist Jerry Cantrell to create Alice in Chains, where they would become the band's creative heartbeat. Staley’s haunting vocals and Cantrell’s harmonies created a unique sound that resonated with audiences. Over the years, their collaboration deepened, with Cantrell crediting Staley for encouraging him to become a more confident singer. He once mentioned to Guitar World how crucial Staley was in pushing him to explore his vocal abilities, reflecting the close-knit dynamic of the duo.