Three Days Grace facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Three Days Grace
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Three Days Grace in 2006. From left to right: Barry Stock, Neil Sanderson, (behind) Adam Gontier and Brad Walst.
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| Origin | Norwood, Ontario, Canada |
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| Years active | 1997–present |
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Three Days Grace is a Canadian rock band. They formed in Norwood, Ontario, Canada, in 1997. Before that, from 1993 to 1996, the band was known as "Groundswell." They played at local parties and places in Norwood.
The band started with Adam Gontier as the lead singer and guitarist. Neil Sanderson played drums and sang backup. Brad Walst was the bassist. In 2003, Barry Stock joined as the lead guitarist. This made Three Days Grace a four-member band. In 2013, Adam Gontier left the group. Matt Walst, Brad Walst's younger brother, became the new lead singer.
The band is currently with RCA Records. They have released six studio albums. Each album came out about three years apart. Their albums include Three Days Grace (2003), One-X (2006), Life Starts Now (2009), Transit of Venus (2012), Human (2015), and Outsider (2018). Many of their songs have become very popular. They have had 15 songs reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
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How the Band Started and Grew
Early Days as Groundswell
The band began in 1993 under the name "Groundswell." They were a small band playing for fun in their hometown. This early experience helped them learn how to play together. It also helped them get ready for bigger stages.
Becoming Three Days Grace
In 1997, the band changed its name to Three Days Grace. They moved to Toronto to focus on their music. This move helped them reach more people. It was a big step towards becoming a professional band.
New Members Join the Band
Over the years, the band's members changed a bit. In 2003, Barry Stock joined as a new guitarist. This added more sound to their music. Later, in 2013, Matt Walst became the new lead singer. He brought a fresh voice to the band.
Three Days Grace Albums and Success
Their First Albums
Three Days Grace released their first album, named after the band, in 2003. It was a big hit! Their next album, One-X, came out in 2006. Both albums sold millions of copies in the United States and Canada. This showed how popular their music was becoming.
Continued Hits and New Music
The band kept releasing new music every few years. Albums like Life Starts Now and Transit of Venus continued their success. Their songs often topped the rock music charts. This means many people listened to and loved their music.
Recent Albums and Achievements
Their more recent albums include Human and Outsider. These albums show how the band's sound has grown. Three Days Grace has had many No. 1 songs. This makes them one of the most successful rock bands of their time.
Images for kids
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Original lead singer Adam Gontier left the band in 2013.
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My Darkest Days lead singer Matt Walst joined the band in 2013.
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The band at the Buzz Bake Sale in 2007.
See also
In Spanish: Three Days Grace para niños
