First Day Back
Santa Cruz emo band playing twinkly, violin-flecked second-wave emo in the spirit of Braid, Cap'n Jazz and Algernon Cadwallader.
Festivals First Day Back is playing
- Coachella Saturday · On the billTicketsOn sale Nov 13
About First Day Back
First Day Back is an emo band from Santa Cruz, California, with Maggie on vocals, violin, harmonica and tambourine. Their sound goes back to 90s second-wave emo, and the local station KZSC heard Braid, Algernon Cadwallader, Jejune and Cap'n Jazz in it.
They released their debut album in June 2025, including "Upstairs (212)" and "Twelve Mile Train Tracks". That September they made their first California tour with Febuary and Gapyear, ending with a sold-out hometown show at The Catalyst Atrium.
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What festivals is First Day Back playing in 2027?
First Day Back is booked at 1 festival we cover: Coachella 2027.
Is First Day Back playing Coachella 2027?
Yes, First Day Back is on the Coachella 2027 lineup, April 9–18, 2027 at Empire Polo Club, Indio, CA. They play Saturday, April 10.
What kind of music does First Day Back play?
First Day Back plays rock.