The news comes as the band's single "Second Chance," has just exploded into the top 10 at CHR/Top 40 outlets nationwide and is quickly shaping up to be the Jacksonville, Florida-based quartet's biggest crossover hit to date.

Shinedown is currently traveling the country as both headliners and as featured artists on a number of radio-sponsored festival concerts. In June, the band will cross the Atlantic for a hugely anticipated European tour, including performances at such world famous festivals as England's Download Festival, Germany's Rock am Ring and Rock im Park, and the Netherlands' Pinkpop. Upon their return, Shinedown will team up with fellow Atlantic artists Staind and Halestorm for the much anticipated "Stimulate This!" tour. The four-band bill � also featuring Chevelle � is designed to offer hard rock fans maximum value at a minimal price.

Kicking off July 1st at Peoria, Illinois' Peoria Civic Center, the "Stimulate This!" tour will hit more than 40 US markets, including some of the hardest hit by the recession. In a show of solidarity for their fans, the four bands have worked closely with the concert promoters to create a package of exceptional value for ticket buyers. Through their collective efforts, base ticket prices will remain mostly under $40 each � half the cost of comparable multi-band summer tour packages � with some venues offering lawn seats for less than $10.

"We've always said that we, as a band, only answer to one boss...and that's everyone in the audience," offers Shinedown's Brent Smith. "It's our job...our privilege to offer our fans an escape. Teaming up with these other great bands, we're doing what we can to help lift everyone's spirits in these tough times�the power of music can do that."

Additionally, each stop on the "Stimulate This!" tour will include special promotions for ticket holders that will vary from market to market, but could include discounts on concessions at the venue during the show, store discounts at local retailers, and online rebates for band merchandise to name a few.