Backfire, on fire & said and done
The Rocktemple, Kerkrade
Entree: NNB
On Fire is a hardcore-band based in the south of The Netherlands, known for their energetic and enthusiastic stage performances!
They have already played over 300 shows all over the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Slovenia, Austria, Italy and the Czech Republic.
On Fire is capable of turning the place they performe into a frenzy. They've got no attitude and 'play your ass off' seems to be their motto.


On Fire's music can be described as powerful old school-hardcore to which they give their own rocking twist. With their two guitar players and their double vocals they truly create a sound of their own.
A sound in which hardcore plays the key role, and punkrock- and heavy metal- influences are present to give it a more melodic touch.

Although On Fire has already played a lot of shows, the world still lies open in front of them. Not only in the Netherlands, but also outside, people can be sure to see On Fire in the near future. With an average of playing 2 to 5 shows a month, they're very active and they're determined to keep playing and playing. With their new album ‘Masquerades’ (review Aardschok
Sander - Vocals
Roel - Vocals
Gijs - Guitar
Hugo - Guitar

Joost - Bass
Arno – Drums
backfireIn the spring of '94 four friends are talking about their mutual interest: Hardcore Music. They decide it's time to start their own band, playing music they love. One week later Wyb (guitar), Patrick (vocals), Frank (bass) and Richard (drums) get together for their first rehearsal. From then on they are known as Backfire!. In the following weeks they write their first couple of songs, and record them on their first demo titled "The Last Time". The reactions are unanimously positive, and when German label "Lost & Found" get their hands on a copy of the demo they decide to offer Backfire! record deal.
After weeks of delay Backfire!'s first recording "Who Told You Life Is Easy?" is released in October '95. They start playing their first shows all over Holland, and Belgium alongside hardcore legends like Warzone, Madball and 25 Ta Life. Soon their reputation is set.
Less than 6 months later Backfire!'s first full-length CD "Rebel 4 Life" is released. Impressed with the quality of "Rebel 4 Life" New York hardcore legends Warzone ask Backfire! to support them on their 6 week European tour. At the end of their tour Backfire! have a disagreement with "Lost & Found", and the band decides to leave the label and look for a new record deal. Several labels show interest in Backfire!, and they finally sign a deal with "Kingfisher Records", and a couple of months later they are in the studio to record their second full-length album "All Bets Are Off", which is released in September '97.
In the following months Backfire! tours Europe with Deviate, and play tons of shows all over Europe to promote their critically acclaimed album. At this time Backfire!'s popularity reaches its climax, and they become a household name to every hardcore fan in Europe.
The continuous touring and playing takes its toll at the end of October '98, when they are touring Europe with 25 Ta Life, they decide it's time to take some time of before they start writing new songs. Richard uses this time to play the drums on the Commin' Correct tour in Europe and to record an album with his side project Determined.
Unfortunately on March 20th 1999, Richard takes his own life. His friends and family are shocked to hear this sad news, and it takes several months before Backfire! starts thinking about their future as a band. Replacing someone like Richard is hard, but finally they decide to continue with Homethrust drummer Igor.
In June 2000 record their new album "Still Dedicated" at the Hautregard Studio in Herve, Belgium and on August 12th they play their "official" release show at the I Scream Records festival in Maastricht, Holland, where once again they confirm to be one of the leading European Hardcore bands.
After a year of playing shows all over Europe Backfire! also joined the Eastpak Resistance Tour together with Breakdown and Maximum Penalty in September 2001. That same month the EP "The War Starts Here" was released. An amzaing old school Backfire! record!
saidanddoneSAID AND DONE is just a bunch of kids playing the music they love, HARDCORE. Raw, yet grooving and melodic NY styled hardcore.
Two tracks, recorded with Michiel Toenink, introduced the band to the world in 2006. This online promo got their name out fast. At the end of that same year a full length, titled "Everday", was recorded with Patrick Delabie at Studio 195 in Wernhout (NL). Released by Shield Recordings on on both CD and LP in 2007 it got great feedback.
As for shows. Aside from the Netherlands they've invaded Spain, the UK, Belgium and Germany. Another European trip is planned for this summer.
At the beginning of 2008 they recorded a new EP called "Endless Roads", this time with Dirk Miers at De Studio in Asse (Belgium). It builds on the Cro Mags / Leeway / Maximum Penalty influenced sound they are known for by now, but also adds some new layers, inspired by bands like Motorhead & Only Living Witness. But since those lists always give you the wrong idea, just let the music speak for itself.
Pim - Vocals, lyrics
Stef - Guitar
Remco - Guitar
Joep - Bass
Joost - Drums
They have already played over 300 shows all over the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Slovenia, Austria, Italy and the Czech Republic.
On Fire is capable of turning the place they performe into a frenzy. They've got no attitude and 'play your ass off' seems to be their motto.


On Fire's music can be described as powerful old school-hardcore to which they give their own rocking twist. With their two guitar players and their double vocals they truly create a sound of their own.
A sound in which hardcore plays the key role, and punkrock- and heavy metal- influences are present to give it a more melodic touch.

Although On Fire has already played a lot of shows, the world still lies open in front of them. Not only in the Netherlands, but also outside, people can be sure to see On Fire in the near future. With an average of playing 2 to 5 shows a month, they're very active and they're determined to keep playing and playing. With their new album ‘Masquerades’ (review Aardschok
Sander - Vocals
Roel - Vocals
Gijs - Guitar
Hugo - Guitar

Joost - Bass
Arno – Drums
backfireIn the spring of '94 four friends are talking about their mutual interest: Hardcore Music. They decide it's time to start their own band, playing music they love. One week later Wyb (guitar), Patrick (vocals), Frank (bass) and Richard (drums) get together for their first rehearsal. From then on they are known as Backfire!. In the following weeks they write their first couple of songs, and record them on their first demo titled "The Last Time". The reactions are unanimously positive, and when German label "Lost & Found" get their hands on a copy of the demo they decide to offer Backfire! record deal.
After weeks of delay Backfire!'s first recording "Who Told You Life Is Easy?" is released in October '95. They start playing their first shows all over Holland, and Belgium alongside hardcore legends like Warzone, Madball and 25 Ta Life. Soon their reputation is set.
Less than 6 months later Backfire!'s first full-length CD "Rebel 4 Life" is released. Impressed with the quality of "Rebel 4 Life" New York hardcore legends Warzone ask Backfire! to support them on their 6 week European tour. At the end of their tour Backfire! have a disagreement with "Lost & Found", and the band decides to leave the label and look for a new record deal. Several labels show interest in Backfire!, and they finally sign a deal with "Kingfisher Records", and a couple of months later they are in the studio to record their second full-length album "All Bets Are Off", which is released in September '97.
In the following months Backfire! tours Europe with Deviate, and play tons of shows all over Europe to promote their critically acclaimed album. At this time Backfire!'s popularity reaches its climax, and they become a household name to every hardcore fan in Europe.
The continuous touring and playing takes its toll at the end of October '98, when they are touring Europe with 25 Ta Life, they decide it's time to take some time of before they start writing new songs. Richard uses this time to play the drums on the Commin' Correct tour in Europe and to record an album with his side project Determined.
Unfortunately on March 20th 1999, Richard takes his own life. His friends and family are shocked to hear this sad news, and it takes several months before Backfire! starts thinking about their future as a band. Replacing someone like Richard is hard, but finally they decide to continue with Homethrust drummer Igor.
In June 2000 record their new album "Still Dedicated" at the Hautregard Studio in Herve, Belgium and on August 12th they play their "official" release show at the I Scream Records festival in Maastricht, Holland, where once again they confirm to be one of the leading European Hardcore bands.
After a year of playing shows all over Europe Backfire! also joined the Eastpak Resistance Tour together with Breakdown and Maximum Penalty in September 2001. That same month the EP "The War Starts Here" was released. An amzaing old school Backfire! record!
saidanddoneSAID AND DONE is just a bunch of kids playing the music they love, HARDCORE. Raw, yet grooving and melodic NY styled hardcore.
Two tracks, recorded with Michiel Toenink, introduced the band to the world in 2006. This online promo got their name out fast. At the end of that same year a full length, titled "Everday", was recorded with Patrick Delabie at Studio 195 in Wernhout (NL). Released by Shield Recordings on on both CD and LP in 2007 it got great feedback.
As for shows. Aside from the Netherlands they've invaded Spain, the UK, Belgium and Germany. Another European trip is planned for this summer.
At the beginning of 2008 they recorded a new EP called "Endless Roads", this time with Dirk Miers at De Studio in Asse (Belgium). It builds on the Cro Mags / Leeway / Maximum Penalty influenced sound they are known for by now, but also adds some new layers, inspired by bands like Motorhead & Only Living Witness. But since those lists always give you the wrong idea, just let the music speak for itself.
Pim - Vocals, lyrics
Stef - Guitar
Remco - Guitar
Joep - Bass
Joost - Drums
Dit concert vond plaats op 17 januari 2009.