Mark Tremonti on Creed’s Reputation
Mark Tremonti of Creed discussed the band’s image, expressing that he would “prefer to sell tons of records and have people attack you” rather than the opposite.
Creed’s Journey in Music
The Tallahassee, Florida-based band emerged as a key player in the post-grunge movement of the late ’90s, gaining significant recognition for hits like “With Arms Wide Open” and “My Sacrifice.”
Their commercial success is notable, having sold over 20 million records, yet they have faced long-standing criticism from certain audiences. Rolling Stone even labeled them as the worst band of the 1990s in 2013.
In a recent interview with Best Guitar, guitarist Tremonti, also known for his work in Alter Bridge, reflected on the band’s critical reputation and how he reconciles it with their immense achievements.
“Eventually, you come to realize that if you want to be part of a band as popular as Creed, there will be supporters and detractors,” he commented.
“Look at the biggest bands globally, especially the pop stars. Once a name becomes a household term, there will always be those who dislike it. You have to accept both praise and criticism.”
“Would you prefer to sell millions of records and face criticism, or not sell and have everyone adore you?” he mused. “I experienced both sides when we started Alter Bridge. We received much critical acclaim with Alter Bridge, yet we didn’t sell millions like Creed. So, I’ve seen both ends of the spectrum.”
Recent Developments in Creed
In April, the band reunited to perform their first show in 12 years during the Summer of ’99 cruise, celebrating Tremonti’s 50th birthday.
Later that summer, they embarked on a reunion tour across North America, hitting 40 cities across the continent.
Frontman Scott Stapp mentioned in January that he “hopes” Creed will create new material.
“I believe there will be some organic writing, and it’s going to be fantastic. Once we return to that space and chemistry, we’ll reconnect through our relationship and the songs we crafted together,” he explained.
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