Former Candlebox Guitarist Brian Quinn Previews 'Dark Country' With 'Until Fall'

(dmk) After spending a decade as lead guitarist for the multi-platinum rock band Candlebox-recording five albums and touring internationally alongside artists including Bush, Three Doors Down, and Jerry Cantrell-Brian Quinn is returning to his creative roots with the March 13 release of his new solo single, "Until Fall."
The track marks the beginning of a deeply personal musical chapter for Quinn, who describes the project's sound as "dark country," a heavier, more introspective blend of hard rock, blues, and country-rock.

"With this project, my goal is to forge a new sound built from all of my musical influences," Quinn explains. "It's heavier than the current polished version of country music, and the lyrical content leans darker. It's about the journey - the setbacks, the distance traveled, and ultimately finding your way back home."
Although "Until Fall" is being released now, the song's origins trace back more than a decade. Quinn originally wrote the track in 2012 but felt it didn't fit the musical direction of his bands at the time, including Octane and Fosterchild. On a whim, he posted an early acoustic version on YouTube, where a few unexpected listeners left thoughtful comments that stayed with him.

"There were only a handful of views, but those comments stuck with me," Quinn says. "I always felt there was something different about the song - something familiar but unexplored."

Now fully realized, "Until Fall" captures the emotional core of Quinn's new musical direction. The song explores themes of isolation, perseverance, grief, and self-reflection while telling an underdog story about resilience and the relentless pursuit of purpose.

"It's about taking a real look at yourself," Quinn says. "Sometimes the mirror can be the loneliest place of all. But the point is to keep pushing forward. We're all here for a reason."

Rounding out Quinn's vocals and guitar work is a seasoned lineup of musicians, including Drummer Ron DiSilvestro, Bassist Mike Vlaanderen, and Keyboardist Dustin Napoli. Drums, bass, and keys were recorded at the legendary Studio 4 in Conshohocken, PA, which is credited with artists such as Billy Joel, Anthrax, Bob Dylan, Lauren Hill, Dishwalla, The Police, and many more. Quinn recorded guitars and vocals at his home studio, "Headquarters," and the track was co-produced by Quinn and award-winning producer DiSilvestro (The Dead Milkmen, The Smithereens), who also engineered the recording. It was mastered by Paul Edwin Hammond.

"Until Fall" is available on all major streaming platforms. To accompany the launch, a lyric video produced by Brian Bortnick, vocalist of Octane, premiered simultaneously on YouTube. A feature-length music video co-produced and directed by James Callahan of Camp Rattler Video will follow shortly after.

The single also serves as the gateway to a larger collection of songs Quinn is currently writing and developing. The forthcoming project will chronicle his journey through life and music, blending personal reflection with the experiences that shaped his career.

"This isn't just a new batch of songs," Quinn says. "It's a full-circle return to the music I've always been destined to make."

With "Until Fall," Quinn hopes listeners walk away with a renewed sense of perseverance-and a reminder that authentic, emotionally driven music continues to evolve.

"This kind of music isn't dead," he says. "It's evolving. It's a changing of the guard."

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