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Albums
Members
Current
Adam Kury
Bass guitar
BJ Kerwin
Brian Quinn
Guitar
Island Styles
Kevin Martin
Guitar
Lead vocals
Mike Leslie
Peter Klett
Guitar
Scott Mercado
Membranophone
Sean Hennesy
Guitar
History
Bardi Martin
Bass guitar
Bardi Martin
Bass guitar
Dave Krusen
Membranophone
Robbie Allen
Guitar
Rob Redick
Bass guitar
Scott Mercado
Membranophone
Shannon Larkin
Membranophone
Story of Candlebox
Candlebox: A Seattle Grunge Legacy
Hailing from Seattle, Washington, Candlebox emerged in 1990, quickly establishing themselves as a force in the burgeoning grunge scene. Their self-titled debut album, released in July 1993, catapulted them to immediate success. Fueled by the powerful singles "Change," "You," "Far Behind," and "Cover Me," the album achieved quadruple platinum certification from the RIAA. "Far Behind," in particular, cracked the top 20 charts.
Following up with the gold-certified Lucy (1995) and Happy Pills (1998), Candlebox’s trajectory was unfortunately interrupted by label disputes, leading to their disbandment in 2000.
However, the Seattle sound wasn't silenced for long. The band reunited in 2006, proving their enduring appeal. Their post-reunion output includes five more studio albums: Into the Sun (2008), Love Stories & Other Musings (2012), Disappearing in Airports (2016), Wolves (2021), and their final album, The Long Goodbye, released August 25, 2023. Beyond these albums, their catalog also includes a compilation album and a CD/DVD release.
Early Days (1990-1992):
Initially comprised of vocalist Kevin Martin, guitarist Peter Klett, bassist Bardi Martin, and drummer Scott Mercado, Candlebox honed their craft in Seattle’s vibrant music scene. By 1992, they were regular fixtures in renowned clubs like RKCNDY and Farside, building a dedicated following. An eight-song EP caught the attention of Maverick Records, sealing their deal with the label and setting the stage for their breakthrough.