The band is composed of Perry Farrell (vocals), Dave Navarro (guitar), Eric Avery (bass) and Stephen Perkins (drums).

Jane's Addiction reunited again in 2008, with founding member Eric Avery returning on bass.

The band's varied musical style has influences rooted in punk rock and heavy metal.

Jane's Addiction was one of the first bands to emerge from the early 1990s alternative rock movement to gain mainstream media attention and commercial success in the United States.

In 1990, the group released their second studio album, Ritual de lo Habitual.

After touring and recording, the band released its fourth studio album, The Great Escape Artist on October 18, 2011.