"Everything Changes," Staind

[tozion]

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Goes for adds on March 7. Not a fan of their bombastic metal ballad style, but this is a mostly acoustic ballad so it's a nice change. I don't know how much this will do at Alternative, but it has CHR/Pop smash written over it.

[Punchanello]

They're not doing anything different here, but I like it.

[tozion]

Billboard review:

Everything Changes
STAIND
Producer(s): David Bottrill
Genre: ROCK
Label: Flip/Atlantic (CD promo)

Musically, it is hard to find fault with Staind, one of the few bands that survived the nü metal era, thanks to its considerable performance and songwriting talents. And there's really nothing wrong with wistful new single "Everything Changes" from gold-certified "Chapter V." The song has an unplugged feel, but its sparse arrangement carries weight. Singer Aaron Lewis gives another moving lyrical delivery and aptly handles the acoustic guitar. Mike Mushok minimizes the presence of the electric to sustain the track's serious vibe. And therein lies the issue. It's no crime to record midtempo numbers, but that has been Staind's modus operandi long enough. The group has proved its capabilities as fierce rockers and sensitive balladeers. Evolution is pounding on the door: We hope Staind lets it dictate the act's next chapter. —Christa L. Titus