Staind (album)
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Staind is the eponymous seventh studio album by rock band of the same name
, released on September 13, 2011. The album marks the return to Staind's heavier sound that was predominate on the earlier albums Tormented, Dysfunction
, and Break the Cycle
. It is also the last album to feature original drummer Jon Wysocki, as he departed from the band following the recording process in May 2011.
stated, "By the end of the first month we weren’t even recording in the same places anymore."
The stress from the recording sessions contributed to longtime drummer Jon Wysocki's departure from the group, which Staind announced on their website in May 2011, while giving no specific reason for Wysocki's departure.
, "Not Again", was made available as a streaming video on the band's official website on July 12, 2011. It was released to radio stations on July 19, 2011. "The Bottom" was released on the Transformers: Dark of the Moon soundtrack
. Additionally, "Eyes Wide Open" was released on June 30, and the song "Paper Wings" was released on August 8.
The official music video
for "Not Again" premiered August 30, 2011. The single topped the Mainstream Rock Songs chart for seven non-consecutive weeks, and peaked at #4 on the Rock Songs
chart and #14 on the Alternative Songs chart. The second single has been confirmed as "Eyes Wide Open". "Something to Remind You", despite not being a single, peaked at #19 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100
, due to digital downloads.
On September 15, Staind played a benefit concert for the September 11 victims and presented the new album. Eight of the ten total songs were performed, excluding "Take a Breath" and "Now".
The album debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200
, with first sales week of 47,000 copies, making the fifth consecutive top-five album for the band. As of November 19, it has sold over 100,000 copies.
Staind
Staind is an American rock band that was formed in 1995 in Springfield, Massachusetts. For 16 years, the band consisted of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Aaron Lewis, lead guitarist Mike Mushok, bassist Johnny April, and drummer Jon Wysocki...
, released on September 13, 2011. The album marks the return to Staind's heavier sound that was predominate on the earlier albums Tormented, Dysfunction
Dysfunction (album)
- Personnel :*Johnny April – bass, backing vocals*Gregory Burke – artwork, design, concept*John Burton – mixing assistant*Terry Date – producer, engineer, mixing*Fred Durst – producer*Aaron Lewis – vocals*Roger Lian – mastering...
, and Break the Cycle
Break the Cycle
Break the Cycle is the third studio album of the American alternative metal band Staind, released through Elektra Entertainment and Flip Records in 2001. It is Staind's most successful album to date, and was the album that broke them into the mainstream. It was a huge international success for...
. It is also the last album to feature original drummer Jon Wysocki, as he departed from the band following the recording process in May 2011.
Background
The making of Staind was a stressful experience for the group. As lead singer Aaron LewisAaron Lewis
Aaron Lewis, , is the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and founding member of the rock group Staind, with whom he has released seven studio albums. He has since ventured into country music with his debut solo album, Town Line...
stated, "By the end of the first month we weren’t even recording in the same places anymore."
The stress from the recording sessions contributed to longtime drummer Jon Wysocki's departure from the group, which Staind announced on their website in May 2011, while giving no specific reason for Wysocki's departure.
Reception
Many songs were released before the album's release date. The lead singleLead single
A lead single is usually the first single released by a musician or a band before the release of its home album.During the era of the grammophone record, all music arrived in the marketplace as what is now termed a single, one potential hit song backed by an additional song of generally less...
, "Not Again", was made available as a streaming video on the band's official website on July 12, 2011. It was released to radio stations on July 19, 2011. "The Bottom" was released on the Transformers: Dark of the Moon soundtrack
Transformers: Dark of the Moon – The Album
Transformers: Dark of the Moon – The Album is a compilation album of various artists music from the 2011 live-action Transformers: Dark of the Moon movie. The first official single from the album is "Iridescent" by Linkin Park...
. Additionally, "Eyes Wide Open" was released on June 30, and the song "Paper Wings" was released on August 8.
The official music video
Music video
A music video or song video is a short film integrating a song and imagery, produced for promotional or artistic purposes. Modern music videos are primarily made and used as a marketing device intended to promote the sale of music recordings...
for "Not Again" premiered August 30, 2011. The single topped the Mainstream Rock Songs chart for seven non-consecutive weeks, and peaked at #4 on the Rock Songs
Rock Songs
Rock Songs is a chart published weekly by Billboard magazine which ranks the airplay of songs on alternative, mainstream rock and triple A radio stations. The first chart was published in the issue dated June 20, 2009. "Know Your Enemy" by Green Day was the first number-one song. The Rock Songs...
chart and #14 on the Alternative Songs chart. The second single has been confirmed as "Eyes Wide Open". "Something to Remind You", despite not being a single, peaked at #19 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100
Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles
The Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles is a chart published weekly by Billboard magazine in the United States. It lists the top 25 singles below number 100 that have not yet charted on the Billboard Hot 100. Sometimes, however, singles halt their progress on this chart, and never appear on the Hot 100...
, due to digital downloads.
On September 15, Staind played a benefit concert for the September 11 victims and presented the new album. Eight of the ten total songs were performed, excluding "Take a Breath" and "Now".
The album debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200
Billboard 200
The Billboard 200 is a ranking of the 200 highest-selling music albums and EPs in the United States, published weekly by Billboard magazine. It is frequently used to convey the popularity of an artist or groups of artists...
, with first sales week of 47,000 copies, making the fifth consecutive top-five album for the band. As of November 19, it has sold over 100,000 copies.
Track listing
- Kevin Curry is the Guitar Solo contest winner.
Personnel
- Aaron Lewis – vocals, rhythm guitar
- Mike Mushok – lead guitar
- Johnny April – bass guitar
- Jon Wysocki – drums
- Johnny K – producer