The founding members consisted of Backstreet Law Guitarist, Jeremy Edge, Bassist Adam Zimmer, and Drummer Josh Hetrick.

[4] The group left their mark on the Pennsylvania music scene with two EPs and a reputation for sharing the stage with national acts such as Halestorm and Breaking Benjamin.

Following either their departure, or the dissolution of both groups, led to the formation of Candlelight Red, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the musicians involved.

After reviewing thousands of entries, KISS and Guitar Center chose for Candlelight Red to open at a concert slated for July 29, 2011, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

In the summer of 2021, the band returned to the studio after a period of inactivity, with Rose not only taking on his previous role as a producer but also helping with songwriting and drumming.