Matchbox Twenty is an American rock band, formed in Orlando, Florida, in 1995. The group currently consists of Rob Thomas, Brian Yale, Paul Doucette, and Kyle Cook. Matchbox Twenty rose to international fame with their debut album, Yourself or Someone Like You, which was certified 12× Platinum in the United States and multi-platinum in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Their second album, Mad Season, released in 2000, charted in the top three on the Billboard 200 and was certified 4× Platinum in the United States. Their third album, More Than You Think You Are, released in 2002, was only certified 2× Platinum in the United States, despite its singles receiving significant airplay. The band then went on hiatus in 2004 after rhythm guitarist Adam Gaynor's departure. As a result, Paul Doucette took over rhythm guitar when the band reunited in 2007. They released a compilation album, Exile on Mainstream, which was certified Gold in the United States.
| Origin | Orlando, Florida, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative rock, post-grunge, pop rock |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Labels | Melisma, Lava, Atlantic |
| Associated acts | Tabitha's Secret, Rob Thomas, The Break and Repair Method |
| Members | Rob Thomas, Brian Yale, Paul Doucette, Kyle Cook |
| Past members | Adam Gaynor |
About Matchbox Twenty
Their debut album Yourself or Someone Like You became 12 times platinum in the United States. They were nominated for four Grammys between 1998 and 2004.
Achievement of Matchbox Twenty
Their first major headlining tour was The Big Rock Show which lasted from 1997 to 1998.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Matchbox Twenty
Matchbox Twenty discography - American rock band Matchbox Twenty have released four studio albums, one compilation album, three video albums, two extended plays, twenty-four singles and nineteen music videos. The band released their debut studio album, Yourself or Someone Like You, in October 1996.. Lava Records artists.. Alternative rock groups from Florida.. Musical groups from Orlando, Florida.. American post-grunge musical groups.. American pop rock music groups.
Latest information about Matchbox Twenty updated on July 28 2021.
