Bastille are an English alternative rock band from London. First formed in 2010, Bastille began as a solo project by singer-songwriter, Dan Smith, who later decided to form a band. The quartet consists of members; Dan Smith, Chris 'Woody' Wood, Will Farquarson and Kyle Simmons. The name of the band derives from Bastille Day - an event celebrated on 14 July, recognising the Storming of the Bastille in Paris, which is also the same date lead vocalist, Dan Smith, was born.