Kandela is a female fronted five piece hard rock/metal band from Philadelphia , who has been performing the eastern part of the U.S for the past 10 years. Blending multiple style of rock/metal infused with latin flavor . Kandela has a sonic arsenal that will have most crowds salivating soon after the first note is played. Fluid , intense & explosive , leaving audiences wanting more. Formed in 1999 , Jorge Caraballo (Guitar + Vocals), Kenty Love(Bass), and Noel Mendez(Drums) had created what was to become one of the area's well respected original bands. 2001 marked the addition of Ines Martinez nickname titi as KANDELA's vocalist , making room for Jorge to commit solely to his extraordinary and blistering guitar talent , and to further enhance what was already an exceptional band. Ines added an even more energetic stage presence as well as a captivating voice to propel the band higher than before. In 2003 KANDELA recorded their first Cd , titled 1221 , and well over 10,000 copies have been distributed throughout the easter U.S. as well as in Puerto Rico. In 2007 , years after playing the east coast , adding and having to replace members KANDELA decided to take a break due to a few car accidents. In 2009 KANDELA is back in the scene still with four original members ,and an additional guitarist , (Guitar Mike)that brings an unexplainable chemistry to the band. Now KANDELA prepares for the next step. Total World Domination!! Currently KANDELA has been concentrating in building a following while playing venues in Philly as well as north and south jersey area.

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