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Limited 180gm audiophile vinyl LP pressing in gatefold jacket including four page insert. Stone Sour is an American rock band formed in Des Moines, Iowa. Originally released in 2002, Stone Sour is the debut studio album by the band. Writing for the album began in 2000 while vocalist Corey Taylor and guitarist Jim Root were still actively involved in their other band, Slipknot. Work began on the album after Slipknot had gone on hiatus following touring in support of their second album Iowa. Guest musician on the album is Sid Wilson (Slipknot). Following the release of the album, Stone Sour went on to promote it for almost a year; releasing three singles and touring in several regions, including the United States and Europe. The album received positive reviews. It was praised for showing a diversity in Taylor's vocals. It was certified gold in the United States. The single 'Bother', which was featured on the Spider-Man soundtrack (credited only to Taylor), peaked at #2 on the Mainstream Rock Chart as well as #4 on the Modern Rock Tracks and #56 on the Billboard Hot 100. The two singles 'Get Inside' and 'Inhale' received Grammy Award nominations for Best Metal Performance in consecutive years.