The Spitfires

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The Spitfires are a British band known for their high-energy performances, sharp melodies, and dynamic sound. Originally formed in 2012, the group quickly gained a reputation for their distinctive style, combining punchy guitar riffs, infectious rhythms, and socially conscious lyrics. Their early releases caught the attention of both critics and fans, earning them a loyal following across the UK, Europe and beyond.

Over the years, The Spitfires released a series of well-received albums - Response (2015), A Thousand Times (2016), Year Zero (2018), Life Worth Living (2020) and Play For Today (2022). The band toured extensively, building a reputation for their electrifying live shows and ability to connect with audiences through their raw, honest music. Their songs have always reflected a deep connection to the themes of personal and social change, often exploring the complexities of modern life.

After a decade of working together, the original line-up announced they were to split up in 2022, bowing out at their final performance at a sold out Electric Ballroom, London in February of that year.

But the band’s story is far from over.

In 2025, The Spitfires will be reforming with an exciting new line-up, ready to share fresh material with fans old and new. With a renewed sense of purpose and a bold new direction, the band is poised to make their return with a sound that promises to be just as powerful and relevant as ever.
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Top tracks

01
Where Did We Go Wrong?
The Spitfires
Where Did We Go Wrong?
03:29
Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
01
Better The Devil You Know
The Spitfires
Better The Devil You Know
03:25
01
Start All Over Again
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
03:05
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine

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  • Discography
Albums
Catch 22 Records
18-11-2022
Live At The Electric Ballroom
01
Intro - Live
The Spitfires
Live At The Electric Ballroom
01:45
Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simon Dine
02
Disciples - Live
The Spitfires
Live At The Electric Ballroom
02:59
Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simon Dine
03
(Just Won't) Keep Me Down - Live
The Spitfires
Live At The Electric Ballroom
03:15
Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simon Dine
04
Start All Over Again - Live
The Spitfires
Live At The Electric Ballroom
03:07
Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simon Dine
05
So Long - Live
The Spitfires
Live At The Electric Ballroom
04:58
Composers: Billy Sullivan
06
Stand Down - Live
The Spitfires
Live At The Electric Ballroom
04:04
Composers: Billy Sullivan
07
A Thousand Times - Live
The Spitfires
Live At The Electric Ballroom
04:01
Composers: Billy Sullivan
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Acid Jazz Records
25-02-2022
Play For Today
01
Suburbia
The Spitfires
Play For Today
00:24
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
02
Save Me
The Spitfires
Play For Today
03:42
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
03
Blaze Of Glory
The Spitfires
Play For Today
02:53
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
04
Don't Look At Me
The Spitfires
Play For Today
03:09
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
05
Interlude 1: Accumulator
The Spitfires
Play For Today
00:35
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
06
Did You Have To Go?
The Spitfires
Play For Today
03:01
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
07
Find My Way Back Home
The Spitfires
Play For Today
03:32
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
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Acid Jazz Records
19-06-2020
Life Worth Living
01
Start All Over Again
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
03:05
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
02
It Can't Be Done
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
03:37
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
03
Life Worth Living
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
03:08
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
04
Tear This Place Right Down!
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
03:16
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
05
How Could I Lie To You?
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
05:12
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
06
Kings & Queens
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
03:46
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
07
(Just Won't) Keep Me Down
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
03:22
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
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Hatch Records Ltd
27-07-2018
Year Zero
01
Remains The Same
The Spitfires
Year Zero
03:04
02
Front Line
The Spitfires
Year Zero
03:36
03
Over And Over Again
The Spitfires
Year Zero
03:12
04
Something Worth Fighting For
The Spitfires
Year Zero
03:58
05
By My Side
The Spitfires
Year Zero
05:36
06
Move On
The Spitfires
Year Zero
03:11
07
Sick Of Hanging Around
The Spitfires
Year Zero
03:24
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Catch 22 Records
26-08-2016
A Thousand Times
01
A Thousand Times
The Spitfires
A Thousand Times
03:48
02
Last Goodbye
The Spitfires
A Thousand Times
03:22
03
Day To Day
The Spitfires
A Thousand Times
03:58
04
Open My Eyes
The Spitfires
A Thousand Times
03:13
05
On My Mind
The Spitfires
A Thousand Times
04:37
06
So Long (Album Version)
The Spitfires
A Thousand Times
04:27
07
I Don't Even Know Myself
The Spitfires
A Thousand Times
03:43
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Catch 22 Records
21-08-2015
Response
01
Disciples
The Spitfires
Response
03:12
02
Tell Me
The Spitfires
Response
03:19
03
Escape Me
The Spitfires
Response
02:58
04
Spoke Too Soon
The Spitfires
Response
06:48
05
Relapse
The Spitfires
Response
03:40
06
Stand Down
The Spitfires
Response
03:32
07
Serenade Part 1
The Spitfires
Response
01:44
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The Spitfires under exclusive license to Acid Jazz Acquisition Ltd
01-08-2015
Response
01
Disciples
The Spitfires
Response
03:12
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan
02
Tell Me
The Spitfires
Response
03:19
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan
03
Escape Me
The Spitfires
Response
02:58
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan
04
Spoke Too Soon
The Spitfires
Response
06:48
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan
05
Relapse
The Spitfires
Response
03:40
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan
06
Stand Down
The Spitfires
Response
03:32
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan
07
Serenade, Pt. 1
The Spitfires
Response
01:44
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan
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EPs
Acid Jazz Records
11-09-2020
How Could I Lie To You?
01
How Could I Lie To You? (Radio Edit)
The Spitfires
How Could I Lie To You?
03:47
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
02
Life's Worth Dubbing (Wrongtom Remix)
The Spitfires
How Could I Lie To You?
03:14
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
03
How Could I Lie To You? (Meridan Sound System Club Mix)
The Spitfires
How Could I Lie To You?
05:12
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
04
Lost Souls Dub
The Spitfires
How Could I Lie To You?
03:05
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
Wipe Out Music
15-03-2019
Live (EP)
01
The New Age (Live)
The Spitfires
Live (EP)
04:03
02
Tell Me (Live)
The Spitfires
Live (EP)
03:13
03
Year Zero (Live)
The Spitfires
Live (EP)
03:09
04
Stand Down (Live)
The Spitfires
Live (EP)
03:28
05
On My Mind (Live)
The Spitfires
Live (EP)
04:47
Singles
â„— 2025 Billy Sullivan under exclusive licence to Bellevue Music
30-05-2025
Where Did We Go Wrong?
01
Where Did We Go Wrong?
The Spitfires
Where Did We Go Wrong?
03:29
Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
â„— 2025 Billy Sullivan under exclusive licence to Bellevue Music / Modulor
04-04-2025
Better The Devil You Know
01
Better The Devil You Know
The Spitfires
Better The Devil You Know
03:25
Acid Jazz Records
18-02-2022
Time To Take Sides
01
Time To Take Sides
The Spitfires
Time To Take Sides
03:44
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
Acid Jazz Records
21-01-2022
Save Me
01
Save Me
The Spitfires
Save Me
03:42
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Simon Dine - Billy Sullivan
Acid Jazz Records
12-05-2020
Life Worth Living
01
Life Worth Living
The Spitfires
Life Worth Living
03:08
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
Acid Jazz Records
17-04-2020
Tear This Place Right Down!
01
Tear This Place Right Down!
The Spitfires
Tear This Place Right Down!
03:16
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine
02
(Just Won't) Keep Me Down
The Spitfires
Tear This Place Right Down!
03:22
Writer: Billy Sullivan / Composers: Billy Sullivan - Simone Dine