Backfire! is a hardcore band hailing from Maastricht in the Netherlands, whose music has become an emblem of resilience and intensity within the European hardcore scene. Since their inception in the early 1990s, Backfire! has built a reputation for delivering hard-hitting tracks that fuse aggressive riffs with pointed lyrics, channeling the angst and energy characteristic of the genre. Renowned for their ferocious live performances, the band immortalized one of their electric shows with the album "Live at Cbgb's," capturing the raw spirit of their onstage presence.

Throughout their career, Backfire! has explored themes of personal struggle, social commentary, and unwavering determination, which are hallmarks of their discography, including albums like "Still Dedicated" and "In Harm's Way." Their later releases, "My Broken World" and "The War Starts Here," continue to showcase the band's evolution while staying true to their hardcore roots. Despite any lineup changes and the ebbs and flows of the music industry, Backfire! maintains a devoted following, with each release—such as "The Last Time" and "Out of the Spotlights"—cementing their legacy as stalwarts of the European hardcore scene. Whether addressing personal hardships or societal issues, Backfire! consistently delivers music that resonates with fans looking for authenticity and confrontation in their hardcore soundscapes.