Staind

Staind is an American rock band from Springfield, Massachusetts, formed in 1995. They are known for a melancholic post-grunge/alternative metal sound and mainstream success with Break The Cycle and singles such as "It’s Been Awhile".

Discovered early by Fred Durst/Flip Records (mentioned in reviews). Longtime lineup included Aaron Lewis (vocals), Mike Mushok (guitar), Johnny April (bass) and drummer Jon Wysocki (later replaced by Sal Giancarelli). Aaron Lewis has an established solo country career; Mike Mushok has worked with Saint Asonia. The band released Confessions Of The Fallen in 2023 after a long gap.

DeBaser reviews trace Staind's rise from Dysfunction and Break The Cycle through mixed later albums to a 2023 comeback with Confessions Of The Fallen. Critics praise the band's emotional intensity while noting uneven songwriting on some records.

For:Listeners of post-grunge and alternative metal; fans of introspective, melancholic rock and long-time Staind followers.