Candlebox: The Seattle Band Everyone HATED...That Sold 4 MILLION ALBUMS

the story of Candlebox's rise and their monumental debut record featuring hits like 'You', 'Cover Me', 'Far Behind' & 'Change'

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Candlebox emerged from Seattle in 1991, initially named Uncle Duke, and became one of the most commercially successful yet controversial bands from the region. Despite selling over 4 million copies of their debut album and achieving significant radio play, they faced criticism and rejection from parts of the Seattle music scene.

The band distinguished themselves by identifying as a rock and roll group rather than a grunge band, which set them apart from their Seattle contemporaries. They were the first successful act signed to Madonna's Maverick Records, which both helped and hindered their reputation - bringing commercial success but damaging their indie credibility.

Their journey to success was relatively quick, playing the Seattle club circuit and gaining attention with their eight-song demo. After signing with Maverick Records, their 1993 self-titled debut album featured hit singles "Change," "You," "Far Behind," and "Cover Me." The album's success led to tours with major acts like Rush, Metallica, Living Colour, and a main-stage slot at Woodstock '94.

The band's relationship with the Seattle scene was complex. While some locals supported them as one of the few good bands still playing local shows in the early 90s (when other Seattle bands had gone national), others criticized them for having a more polished, commercial sound. Courtney Love notably fueled much of the hatred toward the band.
Their follow-up album "Lucy" achieved gold status, though it marked the beginning of their declining popularity. The band continued with "Happy Pills" in 1998 before breaking up in 2000. They later reunited in 2006 and continued making music, releasing several more albums including their final record, "The Long Goodbye," in 2023.

The controversy surrounding Candlebox largely stemmed from their timing and sound. They arrived slightly after the original grunge wave, had no connection to influential local labels like Sub Pop, and possessed a cleaner, more commercial sound than their predecessors. This led to accusations of being "posers" trying to capitalize on Seattle's musical reputation, despite their genuine local roots and significant commercial achievements.
Their story represents a unique chapter in Seattle's music history - a band that achieved massive commercial success while being somewhat ostracized by the scene that birthed them. They sold 300,000 albums in Washington State alone, proving they had significant local support despite the controversy. The band maintained their artistic integrity throughout, staying true to their rock and roll sound rather than trying to conform to grunge expectations.
Through all the criticism and success, Candlebox carved out their own space in rock history, demonstrating that commercial success and scene credibility don't always go hand in hand. Their legacy shows how timing and perception can affect a band's reputation, even when they achieve significant commercial success.