On tour in support of their self-titled seventh album, the platinum-selling Springfield, MA, quartet Staind kicks up a loud, if not particularly distinguished ruckus in this live set from Connecticut's Mohegan Sun Casino in 2011. Staind's basic sound is alternative metal—in the vein of Nickelback or Creed—although a few acoustic interludes help to set them slightly apart. Heavily tattooed, baseball cap-sporting singer/guitarist Aaron Lewis gives the distinct impression that he grew up on a combination of hard rock and country, since he sings with a drawl about drinkers, hell raisers, and how he's "never needed the government to hold his hand” (from “Country Boy”). His liberal-baiting T-shirt, which reads: "Family / Guns / Country," reinforces this blue-collar impression (Lewis has also recorded a bestselling country record, Town Line, with Nashville session players). Lewis's band mates for this 16-song engagement include lead guitarist Mike Mushok, bassist Johnny April, and drum-tech-turned-drummer Sal Giancarelli (replacing departing member Jon Wysocki). Songs performed include fan favorites, such as Break the Cycle's “It's Been Awhile” and Chapter V's "Right Here.” Presented in DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1 and stereo on DVD, and DTD-HD 5.1 and LPCM stereo on Blu-ray, extras include a featurette on Mushok's guitars, and a band interview. A strong optional purchase. (K. Fennessy)
Staind: Live from Mohegan Sun
(2011) 116 min. DVD: $14.98, Blu-ray: $19.98. Eagle Rock Entertainment (avail. from most distributors). Volume 27, Issue 6
Staind: Live from Mohegan Sun
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