What makes Break the Cycle by Staind notable?

'Break the Cycle' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and has been certified multi-platinum, solidifying Staind's position as a leading band in the early 2000s rock landscape. The album's themes of introspection resonated widely, contributing to its critical acclaim and mainstream success. Released on May 22, 2001, 'Break the Cycle' was Staind's third studio album and marked their commercial peak after the success of 'Tormented' and 'Dysfunction'. At this point, the band had solidified their presence in the nu metal scene, propelled by the breakout hit 'It's Been Awhile'.

Who is Break the Cycle for?

Break the Cycle works well if you're into steady mid-tempo emotional exploration, cathartic moments of reflection and melancholic melodies for introspection.

How many songs are on Break the Cycle?

Break the Cycle has 14 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Break the Cycle

Staind · 2001

56 min · 14 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal · post-grunge

Melancholic melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating a raw emotional landscape that defines the post-grunge era.

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Why this album works

'Break the Cycle' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and has been certified multi-platinum, solidifying Staind's position as a leading band in the early 2000s rock landscape. The album's themes of introspection resonated widely, contributing to its critical acclaim and mainstream success.

Best for: steady mid-tempo emotional exploration cathartic moments of reflection melancholic melodies for introspection
Context: Released on May 22, 2001, 'Break the Cycle' was Staind's third studio album and marked their commercial peak after the success of 'Tormented' and 'Dysfunction'. At this point, the band had solidified their presence in the nu metal scene, propelled by the breakout hit 'It's Been Awhile'.
Stylistic neighbors: Skillet· Breaking Benjamin· Cold