Candlebox
Candlebox from left to right: Kevin Martin, Scott Mercado, Bardi Martin, Peter Klett.
Origin	Seattle, Washington
Country	United States
Years active	1991–2000 2006–present
Genres	Grunge Post Grunge Alternative Rock
Labels	Warner
Members	Kevin Martin Peter Klett Bardi Martin Scott Mercado
Past members	Dave Krusen Rob Reddick Shannon Larkin
Website(s)	http://www.candleboxrocks.com

Candlebox is a Post-Grunge band from Seattle, Washington. Formed in December 1991, they originally named the band Uncle Duke; they later changed the name as a tribute to a Midnight Oil song. They were sometimes looked down upon by grunge fans for their style, which was considered by many to be a derivative version of true grunge, and their commercial success 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. 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Candlebox was known for an explosive live show and throughout their 8 year career, they toured with such bands as Living Colour, The Flaming Lips, Our Lady Peace, Rush, Henry Rollins, 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. Living Colour is a hard rock group formed in New York city in 1983 by Vernon Reid. ... The Flaming Lips (formed in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1983) are a Grammy-award winning[1] American alternative rock band. ... Our Lady Peace, abbreviated as OLP, is a Canadian alternative rock band consisting of Raine Maida (vocals), Duncan Coutts (bass), Jeremy Taggart (drums), and Steve Mazur (guitar). ... Rush is a Canadian rock band comprised of bassist, keyboardist, and vocalist Geddy Lee, guitarist Alex Lifeson, and drummer and lyricist Neil Peart. ... Henry Rollins (born February 13, 1961 as Henry Lawrence Garfield[1]) is a singer and songwriter, spoken word artist, book author (prose and poetry), radio and TV personality, occasional movie actor, comedian, and voice-over artist. ... Metallica is a Grammy Award-winning American heavy metal/thrash metal band formed in 1981[1] and has become one of the most commercially successful musical acts of recent decades. ... Woodstock 94 poster design Woodstock 94 is a rock concert that was held in order to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the original Woodstock concert of 1969. ... David Michael Letterman (born April 12, 1947, in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA) is an award-winning American comedian, late night talk show host, television producer, philanthropist, and Indy race car owner. ...

Drummer Scott Mercado left the band in 1997 and was replaced by former Pearl Jam member Dave Krusen. Krusen later 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 Reddick (formerly of Dig). Pearl Jam is an American rock band that formed in Seattle, Washington in 1990. ... Dave Krusen (March 10, 1966, Tacoma, Washington) is an American rock drummer who is best known for his work with Pearl Jam on their hit CDs, Ten. ... Ugly Kid Joe was a heavy metal band from Isla Vista, California. ...

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 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.

As of 2005, Kevin Martin is currently recording and performing as the leader of The Hiwatts. Peter Klett is currently 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. The band is currently writing and recording material for a new record due for release in 2007. This marks the first collaboration of the original lineup since 1996. See also: 2006 in music (UK) Musical groups established in 2006 Record labels established in 2006 Ti // January – James Nicholl, drummer of Pay*Ola became ill and was admitted to hospital. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era. ... See also: 1996 in music (UK) Musical groups established in 1996 Record labels established in 1996 // January 8 - Madonnas stalker, Robert Hoskins is found guilty and convicted on five charges of assault, stalking, and threatening to kill the singer. ...

Candlebox released a "Best Of" album on May 23, 2006. Greatest Hits is a common name for artists greatest hits albums. ...

Band Members

Current Members

• Kevin Martin - vocals, guitar
• Peter Klett - guitar
• Bardi Martin - bass (1991-1999, 2006-present)
• Scott Mercado - drums (1991-1997, 2006-present)

Original drummer of Sky Cries Mary. ...

Former Members

• Dave Krusen - drums (1997-1999)
• Shannon Larkin - drums (1999-2000)
• Rob Reddick - bass (1999-2000)

Dave Krusen (March 10, 1966, Tacoma, Washington) is an American rock drummer who is best known for his work with Pearl Jam on their hit CDs, Ten. ...

Discography

Studio albums

Candleboxdebut.jpg Candlebox July 20, 1993 Maverick Records/Sire Records US #7 Candlebox was the debut album of Seattle post-grunge band, Candlebox. ... is the 201st day of the year (202nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1993 (MCMXCIII) was a common year starting on Friday (link will display full 1993 Gregorian calendar). ... Maverick Recording Company, is an American record label owned and operated by Warner Music Group, and distributed through Warner Bros. ... Sire Records Company is an American record label, owned by Warner Music Group and distributed through Warner Bros. ... 4,000,000 (4x Platinum)

Lucy October 3, 1995 Maverick Records US #11 Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... Lucy was the follow-up to 1993s self titled debut by Candlebox. ... is the 276th day of the year (277th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1995 (MCMXCV) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display full 1995 Gregorian calendar). ... Maverick Recording Company, is an American record label owned and operated by Warner Music Group, and distributed through Warner Bros. ... 500,000 (Gold)

Happy Pills July 21, 1998 Maverick Records US #65 Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... Happy Pills is the third album from Seattle post-grunge band, Candlebox. ... is the 202nd day of the year (203rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ... Maverick Recording Company, is an American record label owned and operated by Warner Music Group, and distributed through Warner Bros. ...

Compilation albums

The Best of Candlebox May 23, 2006 Rhino Records/Warner Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... The introduction to this article provides insufficient context for those unfamiliar with the subject matter. ... is the 143rd day of the year (144th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... Rhino Entertainment is a specialty record label originally known for releasing retrospectives of famous comedy performers, including Stan Freberg, Tom Lehrer, and Spike Jones. ... Warner Bros. ...

Singles

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See also

• List of alternative music artists

This is a list of alternative music artists. ...

External links

• Official Candlebox Website
• All Music Guide entry for Candlebox
• Candlebox at MySpace
• Kevin Martin & Hiwatts Website
• redlightmusic Website