Extensive touring in the Northeast helped Staind acquire a regional following over the next few years. Their first public performance was in February 1995, playing a heavy, dark, and introspective style of metal. Mushok introduced drummer Jon Wysocki while Lewis brought in bassist Johnny April to form the band in 1995. In 1993, vocalist Aaron Lewis and guitarist Mike Mushok met at a Christmas party in Springfield, Massachusetts. History Early years and Tormented (1995–1998) Many of their singles have reached high positions on US rock and all-format charts as well, including " It's Been Awhile", " Fade", " Price to Play", " So Far Away", and " Right Here". The band reunited more permanently in 2019 for several shows, continuing with live appearances in 2020. In 2016, Lewis reiterated that the band had not broken up, and would possibly create another album, but that his then-current focus was on his solo career. The band's activity became more sporadic after their self-titled release, with Lewis pursuing a solo country music career and Mushok subsequently joining the band Saint Asonia, but they have continued to tour on and off in the following years. Staind has recorded seven studio albums: Tormented (1996), Dysfunction (1999), Break the Cycle (2001), 14 Shades of Grey (2003), Chapter V (2005), The Illusion of Progress (2008), and Staind (2011). The lineup has been stable outside of the 2011 departure of Wysocki, who was replaced by Sal Giancarelli. The original lineup consisted of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Aaron Lewis, lead guitarist Mike Mushok, bassist and backing vocalist Johnny April, and drummer Jon Wysocki. Staind ( / s t eɪ n d/ STAYND) is an American rock band formed in Springfield, Massachusetts, in 1995.
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