Candlebox

Candlebox is a Post-Grunge band from Seattle, Washington. Formed in November 1991, the band originally went by the name Uncle Duke; they later changed their name purportedly as a tribute to the Midnight Oil song "Tin Legs and Tin Mines" which contained the line "boxed in like candles". Candlebox's eponymous debut was released in 1993 and sold more than 4 million copies; the album peaked at number 7 on Billboard's album charts. Their follow-up alb... more

Place Musical Career Began:

Active as Musical Artist (start):

  • Dec 1991

Active as Musical Artist (end):

  • 1999
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