The Backfires

Equally British and American, the Backfires are a rock band from both sides of the Atlantic. Composed of Alex Gomez (frontman), Harry Ruprecht (lead guitar), Matt Walter (bass), and Max Wanduragala (drums), the band formed in late 2018 in London and has since relocated to New York City. In January 2020, the band recorded their first EP, Consider the Backfires at Unwound Studios and Gun Factory Studios in London. The band’s debut single “Anything” was released on October 16th, 2020, followed by a second single “The Man” on November 13th 2020. Consider the Backfires, an energy driven EP inspired by coming of age experiences, was released on February 19th, 2021 and has since amassed more than 250,000 streams. Under The Radar put it best when they said, “When the band locks in together they instantly transport you back to packed venues and sold-out shows, capturing all of the brilliant escapism that nights out represent.” The band released their latest single "Song 55" in October 2021. They recently sold out Mercury Lounge in February 2022, and have upcoming performances at the New Colossus Festival, SXSW, and a headline performance at Knitting Factory in April 2022.