After being a fan of Gokh-Bi System (GBS), he later became a group member when the band discovered his many musical talents. Since joining GBS, Backa has recorded and performed around the world and shared the stage with such musical luminaries as Michael Franti, Damian Marley, The Last Poets and many more. His work with GBS is on rotation on major television networks including VH1 Soul and BET J.

While remaining a member of GBS, Backa is launching his solo career and is in the process of recording his first solo project which is due out in the second quarter of 2008. While in the U.S., Backa also teaches African drum classes as part of the Ancient Meets Urban Academy of Justice (AMUAJ).