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Orlando, United States (1996 – present)
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; however they have failed to receive much recognition in the UK.
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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Exile On Mainstream
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Mad Season
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MaaRek69 wrote:
How Far We've Come super song
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jgiuliano wrote:
wow Kinon22 just dosnt know when to stop QUIT FUCKING SPAMMING! grrrr MB20 you guys didnt deserve this...
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bjkd wrote:
I enjoy the music very much and relate but also find Rob Thomas's comments on social events very interesting. Did you see him on Bill Maher? Some intelligent thoughts brought out there
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Galinor wrote:
I like them pretty much, I found nothing I can really compare to their sound, maybe Goo Goo Dolls, but even this comparision is not that accurate.
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benxander wrote:
Like a cross between Counting Crows and Goo Goo Dolls. But then again, nothing like either. Good stuff.
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agallochfanboi wrote:
one of the best bands i have ever come across.....
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thisilvestre wrote:
awesome!
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msp27777 wrote:
VERY VERY well know band. Rob Thomas "the lead singer" is very well known also.
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peachpunk64 wrote:
If you like rock music with a catchy pop twist check out www.theclickfive.com and listen to their new song 'I quit'
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Melosine wrote:
Rob's voice is soooo adorable! <3
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lacedrabbit wrote:
You guys are so cool, the more I listen the more I appreciate your music. Cant wait for the next album.
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Jenana wrote:
I often forget how much I love this band. @white_eagle13 They're pretty mainstream...and well known.
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l2jperry wrote:
If you like this band check out The Product on Last.FM at http://www.last.fm/music/The+Product for some new up and coming rock n' roll.
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the_sweetness wrote:
Grrrrrr. Is there a reason there are no full tracks of any of their songs on here??
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lluviakate wrote:
♥ Push ♥
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lindsatthedisco wrote:
unwell. ♥
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reykravitz wrote:
no esta mal
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xxxlizdudexxx wrote:
If you like Matchbox Twenty, check out Liz Ball www.last.fm/music/liz+ball she is an acoustic singer-songwriter from the UK.
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MaaRek69 wrote:
nice. love remedy
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Hazzle92 wrote:
this band is always awesome with every listen
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Matchbox Twenty on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
12 Oct 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/matchboxtwenty
Tune into It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia on Thursday, October 15th, to catch a clip of Matchbox Twenty's smash hit '3AM'. The show airs at 10:00pm on FX.
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