THe BAcksliders

**The Backsliders** are a roots-rock outfit hailing from Raleigh, North Carolina, who’ve been blending gritty Southern rock, alt-country, and blues since the ’90s. Founded by singer-songwriter Chip Robinson and guitarist Steve Howell, the band carved out a loyal following with their raw, soulful sound and lyrics soaked in Southern storytelling. Known for live shows that crackle with energy, they’ve weathered hiatuses and lineup shifts but always return to their signature mix of twang and punch.

Tracks like “Raleighwood” and “Throwin’ Rocks at the Moon” showcase their knack for pairing hooky melodies with down-to-earth tales of love, loss, and small-town life. While they’ve flirted with national attention over the years, The Backsliders remain a cult favorite—a band that feels like your best-kept secret but deserves to be blasted from every porch stereo.