STAIND’S DYSFUNCTION FANCLUB

TO DEBUT WITH SPECIAL

IN-STORE MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE AT BEST BUY STORES NATIONWIDE;

INCENTIVES INCLUDE PRE-SALE TICKETS,

LIMITED-EDITION T-SHIRT,

EMAIL ADDRESS@STAIND.COM AND MUCH, MUCH MORE

To coincide with the August 9 release of their CHAPTER V CD (Flip/Atlantic), STAIND–singer AARON LEWIS, guitarist MIKE MUSHOK, bassist JOHNNY APRIL and drummer JON WYSOCKI–have created the “Dysfunctional Fanclub.”

Debuting at Best Buy stores across the country and online on the day of the CD’s release, the limited-edition in-store package will include a “Dysfunctional Fanclub” t-shirt design, one that’s different from the t-shirt available with the online package.

For only $25.00 (plus shipping and handling for online memberships) or $24.99 at Best Buy, STAIND fans get: access to pre-sale tickets*; a welcome letter from the band; an @Staind.com webmail address; the opportunity for meet & greets with the band**; exclusive online content (news, STAIND’s road journal, audio, video and photos, private message boards and blogs); chances to win contests and prizes and much, much more

Of the new fan package, STAIND’s MIKE MUSHOK says, “We wanted to create the perfect fan club pack to show our appreciation for all of our dysfunctional fans…enjoy!”

“This is an exciting package for all of Staind’s fans,” says Lon Lindeland, Merchandising Leader, Music for Best Buy. “The band has created something very special with great value.”

Naveen Jain, CEO of Sparkart, LLC adds, “We are excited to work with Staind and Best Buy to put together this innovative package for the Dysfunctional Fanclub. It’s a great value for Staind fans as this package offers an unprecedented combination of merchandise, Sparkart technology and a unique Best Buy retail experience that gives Staind fans the ultimate reward: a closer connection with the band.”

CHAPTER V marks the first time STAIND–presently on a cross country tour with 3 Doors Down–have worked with producer David Bottrill. Highlighted by such songs as “Right Here,” the edgy, dark “Falling,” the poignant, retro-feeling “Schizophrenic Conversations,” and the soaring “Everything Changes,” CHAPTER V is STAIND at their best. The songs range from forceful to quiet, from industrial-tinged to melodious, often within one song. Writing in the BOSTON GLOBE (7/8/05), Steve Morse noted: “The music is more expansive than on past Staind albums, with more melody and more art-metal touches that should stoke a heightened anticipation for its release.” The album’s first single “Right Here” is a Top Ten on both the Alternative (#8) and Active Rock (#6) charts.

*All pre-sale ticket purchases are subject to availability on a first come, first served basis. All shows are subject to cancellation or postponement without notice. Please consult with the relevant venue for seating information prior to purchase and for any changes to the show schedule.

**Meet and greets are subject to availability and tickets to show are not included in package.

MSO Contacts:

818-380-0400

Marcee Rondan marcee@msopr.com ext. 248

Kristine Ashton-Magnuson kashton@msopr.com ext. 233

Amanda Hale (tour press) ahale@msopr.com ext. 238

Mitch Schneider mschneider@msopr.com ext. 235

STAIND’S DYSFUNCTION FANCLUB TO DEBUT WITH SPECIAL IN STORE MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE AT BEST BUY STORE NATIONWIDE