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Matchbox Twenty, originally Matchbox 20 and typeset as matchbox twenty on most official merchandise, is a rock band formed in Orlando, Florida, who have sold in excess of 39 million albums worldwide. The band have been well received in many countries.
The current members of the band are Rob Thomas (vocals, piano), Paul Doucette (drums, now guitar), Kyle Cook (lead guitar, vocals) and Brian Yale (bass). Adam Gaynor (rhythm guitar), who has left the band, performed on all three of their albums, as well. Rob Thomas is the principal songwriter and lead singer.
Thomas, Yale and Doucette performed in the band Tabitha’s Secret out of Orlando, Florida before splitting apart to form Matchbox Twenty with Cook and Gaynor.
Matchbox Twenty released their first album, Yourself or Someone Like You in 1996. While their first single, “Long Day”, was a rock radio-only smash, the album soon spun off several Top 40 hit singles throughout 1997 and 1998, including “Push”, “3 A.M.”, “Real World” and “Back 2 Good”. The album eventually went on to sell over 12 million copies in the U.S. alone, earning diamond status. The band toured relentlessly for several years, performing the songs from their one and only album, along with some beloved cover songs such as Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time” and The Beatles’ “Don’t Let Me Down”. Their fan base grew from concert to concert because of their electrifying live performances and the longevity of their hit singles on radio. The same year, Matchbox Twenty recorded a live version of their Top-40 hit “3 A.M.” for release on the charity album Live in the X Lounge, benefiting cerebral palsy research.
The current members of the band are Rob Thomas (vocals, piano), Paul Doucette (drums, now guitar), Kyle Cook (lead guitar, vocals) and Brian Yale (bass). Adam Gaynor (rhythm guitar), who has left the band, performed on all three of their albums, as well. Rob Thomas is the principal songwriter and lead singer.
Thomas, Yale and Doucette performed in the band Tabitha’s Secret out of Orlando, Florida before splitting apart to form Matchbox Twenty with Cook and Gaynor.
Matchbox Twenty released their first album, Yourself or Someone Like You in 1996. While their first single, “
Long Day”, was a rock radio-only smash, the album soon spun off several Top 40 hit singles throughout 1997 and 1998, including “Push”, “3 A.M.”, “Real World” and “Back 2 Good”. The album eventually went on to sell over 12 million copies in the U.S. alone, earning diamond status. The band toured relentlessly for several years, performing the songs from their one and only album, along with some beloved cover songs such as Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time” and The Beatles’ “Don’t Let Me Down”. Their fan base grew from concert to concert because of their electrifying live performances and the longevity of their hit singles on radio. The same year, Matchbox Twenty recorded a live version of their Top-40 hit “3 A.M.” for release on the charity album Live in the X Lounge, benefiting cerebral palsy research.
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feelipe_wiill wrote:
Unwell, Push ♥
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blue_nightmare wrote:
I don't really know why but I always end up listening to it when I'm sad. Not in a "oh, I'll listen to it because that makes me feel better" way, I just do it without noticing why I wanted to! I think it makes me feel better after all, if only a little.
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bazy_bazgouneh wrote:
Long Day <3
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juliainthesky_ wrote:
If You're Gone <3 </3
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mikaelzin wrote:
all songs, really.
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tonnyaranha wrote:
Love this band. I want a new album so bad.
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TessaBrammer wrote:
Long Day, How far we've come, Downfall and Can't let you go *.*
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StupidCupcake wrote:
Unwell. ♥
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howboutufrank wrote:
Unwell & Bent, yes. <3
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DiversityPuzzle wrote:
Unwell and How far we've come are great songs! :)
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GEORGES5150 wrote:
Hide the CALLGIRLS from Hamtramck,BIG ROB 'T' is a comin back with space between the seams of DREAMS.
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GEORGES5150 wrote:
JUSTA JAVABOY JAMMIN JOHNNY SHOUTIN OUT TO ALL IN ALL ABOUT ALL AND EVERY ALL OF YOU ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!
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xxkatalysticxx wrote:
All pretty decent albums,never a letdown
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XxMiZeryxX wrote:
Unwell *-*
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ksmilegak wrote:
push <3
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mikeedols wrote:
awesome band
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AndreyTerentev wrote:
I like all songs!!!
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JennMercury wrote:
one of my favourite bands! they're so... spiritual! and Rob's voice... oh God
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Meet Matchbox Twenty backstage at their New Year’s Day show in Oklahoma!
1 Dec 2010 | from blog.myspace.com/matchboxtwenty
Hey Matchbox Twenty Fan Club members,Here is your chance to
meet the band backstage at their New Year’s Day show on January 1,
2011 in Thackerville, Oklahoma! Instructions on how to place
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