Seven

It's with sadness to report Jon Wysocki is no longer the drummer with Staind. Word is it was his own choice to leave and that he perhaps no longer wanted to be in the public eye. His wishes need to be respected and if you're a fan please don't press the issue about it. Staind is still an incredible band and Jon's addition to them was unmatched, but we can only wish the best for him and for Staind further in their career.

With all that said, there is some good news to report as well. Staind have titled their next album Seven, details can be read about it here.

Staind also recently played Rock on the Range, Hinder mentioned Aaron was considering another tattoo, and photos from the performance can be seen here and here. Some radio stations covered ROTR too, click here and here to check them out.

Click here to hear a new interview.

Finally, Aaron's solo work is now part of R & J Records which was formally known as Stroudavarious Records out of Nashville.

Check out some interview videos below from Rock on the Range.

Video from Detroit Hoedown

Photos too

Photo post

Just wanted to share some great photos I came across of Aaron for all his solo touring.

Back

After some consideration, I decided this pretty much a labor of love for me whether I have readers or the band's notice or not so with all that said here is some more news and media to enjoy.

Canadian fans, Aaron's playing the Cavendish Beach Music Festival, be sure to see him.

Click here to read an article promoting Aaron performing at the Detroit Hoedown this evening.

CMT recently posted a short snipet with Aaron answering OR questions as to which he prefers, check it out.... Also, please continue to vote for him on his CMT award nominations.



Click here to see photos from Aaron's performance at Gillioz and these excellent photos from the show at Horseshoe.

Check out this excellent article about his participation at Fort Riley.

Look at this media promoting Aaron playing with Eric Church.

Finally, check out the latest press release, pretty much housekeeping purposes.

Interviews and nomination

Congratulations on Aaron being nominated for Breakthrough video of the year on CMT. Staind fans and friends send all their support and hope he wins. Click here to check out some of his live performance in Nashville.

Click here to read a recent interview from him as well.

Check out a pretty cool thread here with a nice hunting/camping story with Aaron.

Click here for photos from his recent show at Harrah's and here for some from Phoenix and his show to help benefit suicide prevention.

Be sure to read these links (1, 2) about shows that haven't been mentioned much but I'm sure will be worthy of attending.

In other news the new Staind record has completed recording, but now we have to wait on the business end for promotion of the album and release of singles before the album is released. Staind is also playing Miller Light Carb Day, Rocklahoma, and Rock on the Range this summer so be sure to make it if you can. Aaron will also finish up his solo tour while performing with Staind so don't miss out on those shows either. Another It Takes a Community show with Aaron and Lo-Pro is happening this August as well to benefit the Conwell Community School so donate and attend that too, you won't be disappointed.

Happy Birthday Aaron!

I just would like to wish Aaron the happiest of Birthdays this year, may he and his family be blessed with good times and good people and nothing but future success and prosperity. Thanks again for all you've done and continue to do and being the voice not only for yourself but those that don't have one. Your heart knows no bounds and for that we are grateful. Thank you to Aaron Lewis the man, not the brand or otherwise.

Incredible show in Phoenix

Once again Aaron didn't disappoint in Phoenix last night and he and Ben tore the house down and made everyone laugh so hard, the only downfall are the occasional drunk a**holes at these shows. They poked fun at each other throughout in good humor and was great with crowd interaction despite the drunk and obnoxious as mentioned before. No time to really chat but hopefully someday, I'll have the opportunity. Aside from the the incredible show last night Aaron put on to help benefit suicide prevention he was mentioned in other news before this show too.

Aaron is playing a free show open to the public at Fort Riley April 30th, check out the flyer for details.

Mike has been busy tracking riffs for the record and Aaron has been writing, definitely will be a treat when it finally comes out.

Click here to see photos from Aaron's recent show at the Hard Rock. He also recently gave a video interview with 411 Music, click here to check it out.

Click here to read an excellent Masslive article about Aaron.

A fellow blogger wrote about his recent show in Michigan, click here to check it out.

Finally, check out this awesome performance of Aaron's new song "75" on ArtistDirect and a nice interview speaking his praises by James Stroud.