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Infobox musical artist| name = Candlebox| image = Candlebox-promo-seattle2-1.jpg| caption = The band in 2008| image_size =| background = group_or_band| origin = Seattle , Washington (U.S. state)|Washington , United States| genre = Alternative& nbsp;rock , post-grunge | years_active = 1991–2000, 2006–present| label = Warner Music Group|Warner , Silent Majority Group | associated_acts = The Gracious Few , The Hiwatts, The Kings Royal | website = URL| http://www.candleboxrocks.com| current_members = Kevin Martin (U.S. musician)|Kevin Martin Peter Klett Sean Hennesy Adam Kury Scott Mercado | past_members = Dave Krusen Rob Reddick Shannon Larkin Bardi Martin Candlebox is an American alternative rock band from Seattle , Washington (U.S. state)|Washington . Since their debut, the group has released four studio album s, which have achieved RIAA certification|multi-platinum and gold certification , as well as numerous charting single (music)|single s, The Best of Candlebox|a compilation , and a CD+DVD.
The band has toured with such bands as Living Colour , The Flaming Lips , Our Lady Peace , Rush (band)|Rush , Henry Rollins , Aerosmith , Godsmack , and Metallica . They were also a featured band on the main-stage at Woodstock '94 and made repeat live performances on Late Show with David Letterman .
Candlebox was the first successful act on Madonna (entertainer)|Madonna 's Maverick Records , which went on to sign Alanis Morissette , Deftones , and The Prodigy . After troubles with the label, however, Candlebox went on indefinite hiatus in 2000 after an alleged attempt to be freed from their contract. The band reunited in 2006, releasing their first Into the Sun (Candlebox album)|studio album in 10 years and touring extensively.
History
Formed in November 1990, Candlebox originally went by the name Uncle Duke ; they changed their name the following year, purportedly inspired by lyrics from the Midnight Oil song " 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1|Tin Legs and Tin Mines ". The band was originally composed of Kevin Martin on lead guitar and vocals and Scott Mercado on drums. They then added Peter Klett on guitar and Bardi Martin on bass in late 1991. http://www.candleboxrocks.com/pdf/keepinyaregular-vol4-issue2-dec98.pdf Glowing Soul keepinyaregular Volume 4, Issue 2 (December 1998). Retrieved on 12-14-10.cite web | url = Allmusic|class=artist|id=p37741|pure_url=yes | title = Candlebox Biography | accessdate = 2010-05-18
Rise to fame (1993–2000)
Their persistence paid off when their 8-song demo tape gained the attention of Maverick Records .Nussbaum, Beth R. http://www.candleboxrocks.com/pdf/playgirl-apr94.pdf Set to Ignite: Candlebox Playgirl (April 1994). Retrieved on 12-12-10. On July 20, 1993, Candlebox released their Candlebox (album)|self-titled debut album . It sold more than 4 million copies and peaked at #7 on Billboard (magazine)|Billboard 's album charts. Candlebox featured the hit singles "Change", " You (Candlebox song)|You ", " Far Behind ", and "Cover Me". "Far Behind" entered Billboard (magazine)| Billboard 's Billboard Hot 100|top 20 in July 1993, peaked at #18, and stayed on the charts until January 1994. The tremendous radio, concert, and television success gained them a main-stage slot at Woodstock '94 and put Candlebox at the forefront of the 1990s post-grunge scene.
Hot off the success of Candlebox , the band was eager to progress and by April 1994 had 36 new songs for a follow-up record. On October 3, 1995, Candlebox released their second album, Lucy (Candlebox album)|Lucy . Although it marked the beginning of a commercial subsidence, Lucy was certified Gold album|gold thanks to singles such as "Simple Lessons" and "Understanding". Two days after the release of Lucy , Candlebox appeared on Working Class Hero: A Tribute to John Lennon with their cover version|cover of "Steel and Glass". Drummer Scott Mercado left the band the following year and was replaced by former Pearl Jam member Dave Krusen .
On July 21, 1998, Candlebox released their third studio album, Happy Pills . While a return to the simpler sound of their debut, it gained only marginal success. The song "Glowing Soul" was also recorded for the soundtrack to The Waterboy and included at the request of Adam Sandler . Inspired by the film, the song was based on a Bo Diddley rhythm and recorded with vintage equipment.
The following year would be a turbulent foreshadowing in the band's career. Krusen departed from Candlebox in 1999 and was replaced by Shannon Larkin of Ugly Kid Joe . Bardi Martin also left to attend college and was replaced by Rob Redick, formerly of Dig (band)|Dig . By 2000, Candlebox went on hiatus. According to Martin, the band was unhappy with their record contract and attempted to be freed from Maverick by disbanding. The label considered Martin the sole remaining band member, but after two years of disputes over recording an obligatory fourth Candlebox album, Martin was terminated. As of 2007, Martin has received no royalties from album sales since 2001 and won't until the fourth record is paid back. Other band members, however, do receive royalties. http://phantomphotography.com/I_Candlebox.html Candlebox Interview Garage Radio Magazine (2007). Retrieved on 12-12-10.
The former Candlebox members would pursue other musical endeavors during the 2000s; in 2005, Kevin Martin recorded and performed as frontman of The Hiwatts. Peter Klett served as the leader of redlightmusic. Clear
Reunion (2006–present)
In 2006, Rhino Records planned to release a " The Best of Candlebox|Best of " compilation of Candlebox. Band members were contacted of the issue which prompted the original band lineup to reunite for the first time in 10 years. To promote the compilation, Candlebox embarked on a three-month North American tour from July to October of that year. Bardi Martin dropped from touring in 2007 to continue his education to become a lawyer, allowing Adam Kury to take his place. During the time, the band would begin writing new material despite having no record label.
After several delays, Candlebox released its first album in 10 years, Into the Sun (Candlebox album)|Into the Sun , on July 22 via Silent Majority/ILG records. The album was produced by Ron Aniello ( Lifehouse (band)|Lifehouse , Barenaked Ladies ) and features performances by both Scott Mercado and Dave Krusen on drums. The first single, "Stand," was released to radio in mid-May and Candlebox officially commenced touring in support of the new record in June 2008. "Stand" reached as high as #15 on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks|U.S. Mainstream Rock chart .
On July 4, 2008 Candlebox performed at the O'Fallon, Missouri Heritage and Freedom Fest in front of a record crowd. Two months later, the band released a live CD/DVD called Alive in Seattle .cite web|url= http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012EBU6Q |title=Alive in Seattle: Candlebox: Music |publisher=Amazon.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-15
On August 9, 2010 Candlebox kicked off a five-show stint overseas performing for U.S troops at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait and continued on to Iraq .
On April 1, 2012 Candlebox will release their 5th studio album, "Love Stories and other Musings".
Musical style
Candlebox's musical style, while predominately hard rock , has a wide range of influences. Some of their songs have strong references to blues , jazz , grunge, rock music|rock and even glam metal .cite encyclopedia | encyclopedia = Encyclopedia of Popular Music | title = Candlebox | url = http://www.oxfordmusiconline.com.proxy.lib.ohio-state.edu/subscriber/article/epm/51823? q=candlebox& article_section=all& search=article& pos=1& _start=1#firsthit | accessdate = 2010-05-18 | date = 07/04/2006 Despite various aforementioned classic roots, their music is considered contemporary.cite encyclopedia | encyclopedia = Encyclopedia of Popular Music | title = Candlebox | accessdate = 2010-05-18 | date = 07/04/2006 | publisher = Oxford University Press
Band members
Current members
Kevin Martin (American musician)|Kevin Martin - vocals, guitar (1991–present)
Peter Klett - lead guitar (1991–present)
Sean Hennesy - rhythm guitar - (2006–present)
Adam Kury - bass (2007–present)
Scott Mercado - drums (1991–1997, 2006–present)
Former members
Bardi Martin - bass (1991–1999, 2006–2007)
Rob Redick - bass (1999–2000)
Dave Krusen - drums (1997–1999)
Shannon Larkin - drums (1999–2000)
Discography
Studio albums
Candlebox (album)|Candlebox (July 20, 1993) US #7, 4x Platinum
Lucy (Candlebox album)|Lucy (October 3, 1995) US #11, Gold
Happy Pills (album)|Happy Pills (July 21, 1998) US #65
Into the Sun (Candlebox album)|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)
Keepers of the Flame (Live in Milwaukee) (July 1994) (MP3 Download)
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|Airheads Soundtrack (1994)
"Featherweight" - CD single B-side for "Simple Lessons" (1995)
"Steel and Glass" - Working Class Hero - A Tribute To John Lennon|Working Class Hero: A Tribute to John Lennon (1995)
"Glowing Soul" - The Waterboy Soundtrack (1998)
"The Answer" - iTunes exclusive bonus track from Into the Sun (Candlebox album)|Into the Sun (2008)
Singles
Year
Title
Peak chart positions
Album
Billboard Hot 100>US
Modern Rock Tracks chart>US Alt.
Mainstream Rock Tracks chart>US Main.
1993
"Change"
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18
Candlebox
1994
You "
78
18
6
" Far Behind "
18
7
4
"Cover Me"
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23
8
1995
"Simple Lessons"
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12
5
Lucy
"Understanding"
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19
"Best Friend"
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1998
"It's Alright"
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32
2
Happy Pills
"10,000 Horses"
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13
1999
"Happy Pills"
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17
2008
"Stand"
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15
Into the Sun
"Miss You"
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2009
"A Kiss Before"
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2012
"Youth In Revolt"
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Love Stories and Other Musings
See also
List of alternative music artists
Citations
Reflist
References
Foege, Alec (January 27, 1994). "New faces: Candlebox". Rolling Stone (674): 24.
External links
http://www.candleboxrocks.com Official Candlebox website
http://www.myspace.com/candlebox Candlebox at MySpace
http://www.kmband.com Kevin Martin & Hiwatts website
Candlebox Category:Musical groups established in 1991 Category:Alternative rock groups from Washington (state) Category:Musical groups from Seattle, Washington Category:Musical quartets Category:American post-grunge musical groups
