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Nickelback

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Group. Formed 1995.

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Biography

Nickelback are a Grammy award nominated Canadian rock band from Hanna, Alberta, formed in 1995. Founded by members Chad Kroeger, Mike Kroeger, Ryan Peake and then-drummer Brandon Kroeger. Nickelback is one of the most commercially successful Canadian groups, having sold 30 million records worldwide. Nickelback ranks as the 11th best selling music act of the 2000s, and places as the 2nd best selling foreign act in the US behind The Beatles for the 2000s.

The band is now based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Its name originates from the nickel in change that band member Mike Kroeger gave customers at his Starbucks job, he would frequently say, "Here's your nickel back".

The band is signed to EMI in Canada and Roadrunner Records for the rest of the world. In July 2008, the band signed with Live Nation for three touring and album cycles, with an option for a fourth cycle. The contract includes recordings, touring, merchandise and other rights.

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  1. Nickelback triumph at the Junos

    Mon 30 Mar 2009 11:29

    The rock band picked up three trophies at Canada's prestigious music awards.

  2. Nickelback lead Junos shortlist

    Wed 4 Feb 2009 11:55

    Nickelback are leading the field with five nominations for this year's Junos -...

  3. Canada high

    Thu 20 Nov 2008 09:39

    Nickelback talk about their latest album Dark Horse

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  1. Nickelback - 'Gotta Be Somebody'

    Wed 12 Nov 2008 09:37 Ooh! Interesting diversion into Jonas Brothers territory, The 'Back! Apart from Chad... Fraser McAlpine

Albums releases

Release title Release date
Dark Horse 2008
The Long Road 2003
Silver Side Up 2001
The State 1999
Curb 1996
 

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