Nickelback is an Alternative Rock band formed in Hanna, Alberta by Chad Kroeger, Mike Kroeger, Ryan Peake and then drummer Brandon Kroeger (Brandon was later replaced by Mitch Guindon, who was replaced by Ryan Vikedal, who was then replaced by Daniel Adair, the current drummer of Nickelback). The band is one of the most renowned of the modern post-grunge genre, along with groups such as 3 Doors Down and Daughtry, performing in a slightly more radio-friendly manner of audio apart from the traditional 1990's grunge music era. Although the founders of the band hail from Hanna, Alberta, a small town east of Calgary, they are now based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The band's name originates from the nickel in change that band member Mike Kroeger often had to give customers in his previous job at Starbucks, and would frequently say "Here's your nickel back".

The band is signed to EMI at home and Roadrunner Records for the rest of the world.

Nickelback is a canadian music group from Hanna, Alberta whose brand of radio friendly alternative rock was helped early on in their career by 99.3 The Fox, a Vancouver based rock station that holds a competition each year for local bands to gain exposure. Nickelback was the winner in 1999. Other winners have included Matthew Good, Default, and Faber. Founded by Chad Kroeger as a tribute band, Chad’s brother Mike Kroeger (bass), cousin Ryan Vikedal (drums), and Ryan Peake (guitar) joined Nicke