Studio Album · No. 8

Confessions of the Fallen Songwriting Credits by Staind

2023 BMG Rights Management 10 tracks 35 min

Produced by Erik Ron  ·  Engineered by Erik Ron, Anthony Reeder, Ted Jensen

BMG Rights Management Alternative metalPost-grungeNu Metal
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Authorship
Complete Artist

Holds writing credit on 10 of 10 tracks

Authorship Breakdown 10 / 10 documented

Who wrote the songs?

Scored across the 10 tracks with documented writers, by whether Staind carries a lyricist or composer credit.

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10 trackswritten by Staind 0 tracksoutside writers
Staind's roles on this album

Share of the 10 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.

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By the Numbers

10
Tracks
5
Lyricists
1
Producers
2023
Released
Data Insight

Confessions of the Fallen, Staind's first album in twelve years, is fully self-written, with Aaron Lewis on lyrics and the band on music. Produced by Erik Ron, it incorporates heavier, more modern and industrial-leaning textures while keeping the band's signature emotional weight. The album is entirely the band's own work and marked their comeback after a long hiatus.

Twelve years after the last one, Confessions of the Fallen was released on 22 September 2023, the longest gap between Staind albums and the first with drummer Sal Giancarelli. It reached number 64 on the Billboard 200 but number two on both Top Hard Rock Albums and the UK Rock & Metal chart. Producer Erik Ron shares a writing credit on every track, and Aaron Lewis worked synthesisers into the sound for the first time.

Track Listing & Credits 10 tracks

Written by the artist Written by outside writers
#TitleLyricist(s)Composer(s)Producer(s)Performers
1
Lowest in Me
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
2
Was Any of It Real?
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
3
In This Condition
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
4
Here and Now
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
5
Out of Time
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
6
Cycle of Hurting
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
7
The Fray
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
8
Better Days
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
9
Hate Me Too
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)
10
Confessions of the Fallen
Aaron LewisMike MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Aaron LewisMichael MushokJohnny AprilMatt McGinnErik Ron Erik Ron Aaron Lewis (Lead Vocals)

Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 6 contributors

ER
Erik Ron
Writer · Producer
On this album10 written
AL
Aaron Lewis
Writer · Vocals
On this album10 written
JA
Johnny April
Writer
On this album10 written
MM
Matt McGinn
Writer
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MM
Michael Mushok
Writer
On this album10 written
MM
Mike Mushok
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions Confessions of the Fallen

Did Staind write Confessions of the Fallen themselves?
Yes. Confessions of the Fallen is fully self-written, with Aaron Lewis writing the lyrics and the band composing the music. There are no outside songwriters on the album.
Is Confessions of the Fallen a comeback album for Staind?
Yes. Confessions of the Fallen, released in 2023, was Staind's first studio album in twelve years. It followed a long hiatus after their 2011 self-titled record.
What genre is Confessions of the Fallen by Staind?
Confessions of the Fallen is an alternative metal and post-grunge album with nu metal roots. It adds heavier, more modern and industrial-leaning production to the band's sound.
How did Confessions of the Fallen by Staind perform on the charts?
Confessions of the Fallen peaked at number four on the Billboard 200 and number two on both the US Top Hard Rock Albums and UK Rock & Metal Albums charts. It was a strong commercial return for the band.
Who produced Confessions of the Fallen by Staind?
Confessions of the Fallen was produced by Erik Ron, who also engineered and mixed the record. His production gave the album a heavier, more contemporary edge.
When did Staind release Confessions of the Fallen?
Confessions of the Fallen was released on September 22, 2023. It was the band's eighth studio album and their first new music in twelve years, the longest gap of their career.

Sources

Wikipedia: Confessions of the Fallen MusicBrainz: Confessions of the Fallen release group (Staind) Cover Art Archive: Confessions of the Fallen front cover Cover Art Archive: Confessions of the Fallen by Staind