Puddle of Mudd

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Puddle of Mudd is an American post-grunge band, or rather "nu-grunge", some would say. The original incarnation of this band was formed in the mid-1990s in Kansas City, Missouri. After this incarnation split up, a new version was formed in Los Angeles by vocalist Wes Scantlin. Like many nu-grunge bands, Puddle of Mudd is frequently accused of being a talentless derivative of the famed Seattle grunge scene's legendary act, Nirvana. Nevertheless, the band maintains a devoted following.

Wes Scantlin was born in St. Joseph, Missouri. Raised in Kansas City, he attended Park Hill High School. He left after high school, and formed Puddle of Mudd in Los Angeles. They are now famous for songs such as "Control", "She Hates Me", and "Blurry".

The band was named after the band's old practice spot on the Missouri River flooded leaving a puddle of mud in their practice area.

The band is signed to Fred Durst's record label, Flawless Records.

In 2005 two members, Paul Phillips and Greg Upchurch, left the band. Greg currently drums for 3 Doors Down while Paul left citing creative and personal differences.

Their song "Control" was the official theme song of WWE's Survivor Series pay-per-view event in November 2001, and their song "Nothing Left to Lose" was the official theme song of WWE's Royal Rumble pay-per-view event in January 2004.

Their debut album, "Come Clean" spawned 4 hits and has sold 5 million albums to date. Their follow up, "Life On Display" spawned 1 hit single and sold 600,000 albums.

The band is currently working on a new album that is slated for release in 2006.