Artist description Backlash play a mixture of cover and original material from and inspired by bands like The Cult, W.A.S.P. Metallica & The Almighty. They are also noted for their un-orthodox on-stage presence and band-audience banter.

Music Style Hard Rock/Metal

Musical Influences The Cult, W.A.S.P, The Almighty, Metallica

Similar Artists The Cult, W.A.S.P, The Almighty, Metallica

Artist History Created in 1991 by Ash & Neil Ridley, Backlash recorded "Cover To Cover" (a collection of well known Rock Standards) shortly afterwards. 1993 saw their first lineup change which was followed by an almost total lineup change in 1994. A slight change in musical direction resulted in Backlash's next recording "We're Back....lash" around 1995. At this point Backlash decided to introduce their own songs in addition to the cover material that had brought them this far. So in 1996 they recorded "Wedge Of Insanity" a collection of their own material. Three further lineup minor changes were to occur before the final line up was established in 1997. Unfortunately Backlash disbanded in late 1998 due to personnel relocation and the evident 'death' of the local live music circuit.

Group Members Ash Ridley - Lead Vocals & Guitar. Andy Thomas - Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals. Neil Ridley - Drums. Jamie Cox - Lead Guitar.

Instruments Vocals, Guitar, Bass & Drums

Albums Wedge Of Insanity (1996)

Location Southampton, Hampshire - United Kingdom

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