
Aaron Lewis
Birthday: April 13, 1972
Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Rutland, Vermont, USA
About:
Aaron Lewis is the founding member and frontman of the rock band Staind, known for emotionally heavy hits like *It’s Been Awhile*, *Outside*, and *So Far Away*. With a voice that blends angst, vulnerability, and grit, Lewis helped define the sound of post-grunge and early 2000s alternative rock. In recent years, he’s pivoted to country music as a solo artist, staying true to his roots and storytelling style.
Family Life:
Aaron is married to Vanessa Lewis, and together they have three daughters. A longtime outdoorsman, Lewis lives on a farm and embraces a rural lifestyle that heavily influences his country songwriting.
Awards:
- Billboard Music Awards: Staind received multiple nominations for rock airplay in the early 2000s.
- CMT Music Award Nominee: For solo country work including “Country Boy.”
- RIAA Certifications: Multiple multi-platinum albums with Staind, including *Break the Cycle*.
Trivia:
- Hometown Pride: Wrote “Massachusetts” as a tribute to where he grew up.
- Early Days: Worked odd jobs before forming Staind in the mid-’90s.
- Stage with Fred Durst: Fred Durst discovered Staind and helped them get signed to Flip/Elektra Records.
- Country Shift: Transitioned to country music in the 2010s with a strong fanbase crossover.
- Hunter and Fisherman: Frequently writes about life outdoors and personal independence.