Creed’s comeback is one for the books
In June this year, Creed’s “Greatest Hits” compilation jumped to the Top 40 Billboard Chart for Top Rock & Alternative Albums.
By bonneville on August 29, 2024
Creed still ranks on top Billboard charts
Creed’s first album, “My Own Prison,” was released in 1997 to instant acclaim. The band had just signed with Wind-up Records with four singles that reached number one on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart—a notable feat because the band received little publicity or air time on MTV.
“My Own Prison” was the prelude to their second album, “Human Clay,” which was released in 1999. It featured the single “With Arms Wide Open,” which earned them a Grammy Award for Best Rock Song and solidified the band’s status as a rock group for the ages.
In June this year, Forbes reported the rising popularity of Creed’s “Greatest Hits” compilation, which jumped to the Top 40 Billboard Chart for Top Rock & Alternative Albums. These numbers indicate that listeners still crave the nostalgia of what they rocked out to in the ‘90s – and that younger listeners are taking notes from the era.
The influences on and influence of Creed
Scott Stapp (lead vocalist) has noted influences on his work as far back as Otis Redding and Donny Hathaway, along with classic rock artists like Def Leppard and Led Zeppelin.
Mark Tremonti (lead guitar and vocals), on the other hand, leans more toward heavier metal bands like Metallica and Slayer.
This combination of classic rock and metal contributed to their signature grunge sound, making them one of the most successful rock bands of the late ‘90s. Their first three albums went multi-platinum in the US, and the band has sold over 53 million records worldwide.
While some critics have argued they’re the worst band ever, others, like Billboard, rank them among the best of their time. Regardless of where you stand on the issue, their power ballads and arena-level performances are so epic that everyone can enjoy singing along to them.
Summer of ‘99 Tour
Creed was on hiatus for ten years from 2013-2023. During this time, Mark Tremonti worked on a solo project, and Scott Stapp also worked on a solo project, as well as contributing to the band Art of Anarchy. While Stapp went on record during that hiatus saying that he still wanted to make music and perform with the band, others were less receptive—until now.
This summer marks their first tour since 2012, featuring other notable ‘90s rock legends, 3 Doors Down and Finger Eleven, among others. Many of the stops sold out with more dates still to come.
Enter to win tickets and get ready to rock out at the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre on Friday, September 6th!
