I know some here don't like weathered but commercially they were not going backwards! Weathered was not as big as Human Clay but it sold more than My Own Prison did worldwide. It had a string of singles and touring wise they did preddy well bringing in the numbers.
About Creed's contract if Alter Bridge and Stapp count to the deal then it is a smart move on Wind-Up's part as these two acts are basically guarenteed provided the songs are there to make a lot of dough. I'm rooting for them both, I really hope both albums sell like hotcakes!
