Caroline's Spine

Caroline's Spine
Jimmy Newquist
Background information
Origin	Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Genres	Post-grunge, Alternative rock, Grunge (early)
Years active	1993–Present
Labels	Anza Records, Hollywood Records
Past members	Scott Jones Mark Haugh Luis Moral Jason Gilardi

Caroline's Spine is an alternative rock band based in Phoenix, Arizona. The group's touring schedule in the mid-1990s landed them a record deal with Hollywood Records. They have released several studio albums and shared billings with such bands as Aerosmith, Kiss, and Queensrÿche. Songs by the group include "Sullivan," "Wallflower," and "The Light Inside."

Caroline's Spine was created by lead singer/primary songwriter Jimmy Newquist. Under the direction of producer Dan Calderone and ANZA Records, Newquist performed virtually all of the instruments recorded for the Caroline's Spine self-titled debut album in 1993.

Jimmy along with his college friend, Mark Haugh, won the 'Best Unsigned Band' in the 1994 Yamaha sponsored 'Soundcheck' contest. To make ends meet, they sold all their furniture and went on the road with Jason Gilardi (from Los Angeles, CA) on drums and Luis Moral on bass. They went on to release three more albums with ANZA Records before signing with Hollywood Records. Since 2007 Jimmy has continued the band including a new CD released in 2008.

Backed by Hollywood Records the band released two national albums (Monsoon and Attention Please) and made appearances on two motion picture soundtracks (An American Werewolf In Paris and Varsity Blues). They also toured around the world, opening for such acts Kiss and Aerosmith. Even without national promotion or television exposure, Caroline's Spine continued to make a name for themselves around the country. Word of mouth and extensive, nightly performances helped keep the band on the road for most of 1998 to 2000.

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