The group has been performing and recording since 1999.They perform as 5 piece unit live and are very popular in Atlantic Canada.The group is lead by Art Murphy who has been performing since the 1960's.In 1976 Art recorded the hit song"Love Potion No.9"in Canada on Interpro Records.Some of the groups Art has been with over the years include:Polyannas Dreamworld,Hard Road and Lookout."Backslider"has a 60/70's feel to their music.Other band members of"Backslider"on CD"First Gear/Rereleased"include:Ron Morrison,Rick Halas and Jacques Poitras.Thanks for stopping by see you again.