Aaron Lewis says when it comes to his music and creativity, he simply refuses to be told how to do things. The country artist, also known as vocalist and primary songwriter for the metal-tinged hard rock band Staind, says he decided long ago he would succeed or fail on his own terms and his music’s merit. This outlook has become especially apparent as Lewis, who will perform at 8 p.m. Thursday at the Cotillion, has started a country music career alongside Staind. With Staind, the band’s music happened to fit with hard rock trends, and the band has gone on to become one of the most successful acts in the genre. Beginning with its third album, 2001’s “Break the...
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