Candlebox

Infobox musical artist
Name = Candlebox


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Origin = Seattle, Washington, United States
Genre = Alternative rock
Hard rock
Post-grunge
Grunge
Years_active = 1991–2000
2006–present
Label = Warner, Silent Majority Group
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URL = http://www.candleboxrocks.com
Current_members = Kevin Martin
Peter Klett
Scott Mercado
Adam Kury

Past_members = Dave Krusen
Rob Reddick
Shannon Larkin Bardi Martin
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Candlebox is a band from Seattle, Washington. Formed in November 1990, they originally named the band Uncle Duke; they later changed the name as a tribute to a Midnight Oil song. Candlebox were sometimes looked down upon by grunge fans for their style, which was considered by some to be a more derivative version of true grunge, and their commercial success as a result of it. Despite this, the band played the Seattle club circuit during the early 1990s to many of the same fans who had supported many of the bands that had come immediately before them. The members did not consider Candlebox to be a grunge band however; they viewed themselves as a rock and roll band more than anything and their style reflected that. Nevertheless, Candlebox had sold more than 4 million copies of their self-titled debut which, after many months of gaining momentum peaked at number 7 on Billboard's album charts. The follow up album, "Lucy", was certified gold in 1996. Candlebox was the first successful act on Madonna's Maverick Records, which went on to sign Alanis Morissette, Deftones, and The Prodigy.

History

Candlebox is known for an explosive live show and throughout their career, they have toured with such bands as Living Colour, The Flaming Lips, Our Lady Peace, Rush, Henry Rollins, Godsmack, and Metallica. They were also a featured band on the main-stage at Woodstock '94 and made repeat live performances on the David Letterman show.

Drummer Scott Mercado left the band in 1997 and was replaced by former Pearl Jam member Dave Krusen. Krusen left the band in 1999 and was replaced by Shannon Larkin of Ugly Kid Joe. Bardi Martin also left the band that year and was replaced by Rob Redick (formerly of Dig).

They are best known for the singles "Change," "You," "Far Behind," and "Simple Lessons." "Far Behind" entered Billboard's Top 20 in July of 1993, peaked at #18, and didn't drop off the charts until January of 1994. The videos for "Far Behind" and "You" were in seemingly perpetual rotation on MTV and became two of the most requested videos of 1993. The video for their song " [http://youtube.com/watch?v=NjhsBEJ2wSs Understanding] " was directed by Gus Van Sant and is memorable for a long shot of the lead singer lip synching underwater.

In 2005, Kevin Martin was recording and performing as the leader of The Hiwatts. Peter Klett was recording and performing as the leader of redlightmusic.

In 2006, Candlebox reunited with their original line-up and embarked on a three-month North American tour from July to October of that year. Candlebox released a "Best Of" album on May 23, 2006. July 22, 2008 saw the band release their latest album "Into The Sun".". This marks the first collaboration of the original lineup since 1996.

Candlebox is scheduled to release a live CD/DVD called "Alive in Seattle" on September 2, 2008 [http://www.amazon.com/Alive-Seattle-Candlebox/dp/B0012EBU6Q/ref=pd_bbs_sr_9?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1219925634&sr=8-9] .

According to Billboard.com, "Candlebox will release its first album in 10 years, "Into the Sun," on July 22 via Silent Majority/ILG records." The new album was produced by Ron Aniello (Lifehouse, Barenaked Ladies) and will feature performances by both Scott Mercado and Dave Krusen on drums. The first single, "Stand" was released to Radio in mid-May and Candlebox officially commences their tour in support of the new record in June 2008. "Into the Sun" will be Candlebox's first studio album since 1998's Happy Pills. The First single "Stand" has reached as high as number 12 on the national rock air play chart.

On May 2, 2008 Candlebox attended the "Schaefer Eye Center Crawfish Boil" in Birmingham, AL, at which Seether and 3 Doors Down also played. On June 29, 2008 Candlebox performed outdoors at the "Stars & Stripes Fest" in Mt Clemens, MI. The setlist included new songs from their upcoming CD as well as all of their hits. On July 4, 2008 Candlebox performed at the O'Fallon MO Heritage and Freedom Fest in front of a record crowd for this event.

On September 16, 2008 Candlebox performed in Newburgh, NY at the Orange County Choppers Showroom. The show was a free show and was open to the public. A Hudson Valley Radio station, WRRV (96.9 FM) put on the show.

Band Members

Current Members

* Kevin Martin - vocals, guitar
* Peter Klett - guitar
* Scott Mercado - drums (1991-1997, 2006-present)
* Adam Kury - bass (2007-present)
* Sean Hennesey - rhythm guitar - (2006-present)

Former Members

* Dave Krusen - drums (1997-1999)
* Shannon Larkin - drums (1999-2000)
* Rob Redick - bass (1999-2000)
* Bardi Martin - bass (1994-1999, 2006-2007)

Discography

tudio Albums

*"Candlebox" (July 20, 1993) US #7, 4x Platinum
*"Lucy" (October 3, 1995) US #11, Gold
*"Happy Pills" (July 21, 1998) US #65
*"Into the Sun" (July 22, 2008) US #32

Compilation Albums

*"The Best of Candlebox" (May 23, 2006)

Live Albums

*"Alive In Seattle Cd+DVD" (September 2, 2008)

Other Recordings

*"Pull Away" - Cd Single B-Side for "You" (1993)
*"Far Behind/Voodoo Child" (Slight Return) [Live Medley] - Cd Single B-Side for "Far Behind" (1994)
*"Can't Give In" - "Airheads Soundtrack" (1994)
*"Featherweight" - Cd Single B-Side for "Simple Lessons" (1995)
*"Steel and Glass" - "" (1995)
*"Glowing Soul" - "The Waterboy Soundtrack" (1998)
*"The Answer" - iTunes Only Bonus Track from "Into the Sun" (2008)

ingles

ee also

*List of alternative music artists

External links

* [http://www.candleboxrocks.com Official Candlebox Website]
* [http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=B35520r8ac48x All Music Guide entry for Candlebox]
* [http://www.myspace.com/candlebox Candlebox] at MySpace
* [http://www.kmband.com Kevin Martin & Hiwatts Website]
* [http://www.redlightmusic.net redlightmusic Website]