The chill in the air outside the Brown County Music Center on St. Patty’s Day didn’t stand a chance once Candlebox plugged in and lit up the room. The Can’t Quit You Tour 2026 rolled through Nashville, Indiana, like a time capsule cracked wide open. Equal parts flannel-era nostalgia and still-burning alt-rock fire.

While the band hit the stage, the vibe was set with a throwback radio-style intro, spinning ‘90s staples that transported the crowd straight back to the height of the grunge explosion. Then came frontman Kevin Martin, still commanding and gritty, leading a lineup locked in and loud. With Peter Klett on searing lead guitar, Adam Kury holding down the low end, Island Styles adding texture, and BJ Kerwin driving it all forward with punch.

They wasted no time diving into “Arrow” and “Simple Lessons,” setting a tone that balanced muscle and melody. “Happy Pills” and “Change” kept the momentum tight, hitting with a kind of reverence, songs that have aged alongside the crowd but haven’t lost their bite.

Mid-set, the band slowed the pulse just enough with the atmospheric intro into “Breathe Me In,” letting the room breathe before snapping right back into it. “What Do You Need?” and “Cover Me” carried that signature Candlebox blend of vulnerability and volume.

Three decades removed from their breakout, Candlebox isn’t chasing the past; they’re owning it. And on a cold Indiana night, that was more than enough to keep everyone warm.

Candlebox Photo Gallery by Tony Vasquez