Explosions in the Sky is an American
post-rock band from
Texas. The quartet originally played under the name Breaker Morant, then changed to the current name in 1999. The band has garnered popularity beyond the post-rock scene for their elaborately developed guitar work, narratively styled
instrumentals, what they refer to as "cathartic mini-symphonies," and their enthusiastic and emotional live shows. They primarily play with three
electric guitars and a
drum kit, although band member Michael James will at times exchange his electric guitar for a
bass guitar. Recently the band has added a fifth member to their live performances. The band's music is almost purely
instrumental.