The F-Ups

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  • Formed: Rochester, MN
  • Years Active: 1990s, 2000s

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Rochester, Minnesota's F-Ups consisted of vocalist/guitarist Travis Allen, guitarist Chris DeWerd, bassist Andy Collett, and drummer Taylor Nogo. Assembling in 1999 while still high schoolers, the quartet adopted a sound indebted both to veterans like Bad Religion and NOFX, as well the giant melodies of contemporary pop-punk. A few years of local gigs and showcases paid off for the F-Ups in 2003, when Capitol took them on. Their self-titled debut appeared in July 2004, supported by a round of Warped Tour dates.

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The F-Ups are an American punk rock band from Rochester, Minnesota

History

The group formed in 1999 while its members were still in high school. Originally the band was named Mr. Completely, and just prior to signing with Capitol Records in 2003 changed the name to "The F-Ups." They came second in a high school competition, but took first place the next year. They began touring locally before signing with Capitol Records in 2003. Their debut album, which featured a cover of Mott the Hoople's "All the Young Dudes", was released in July of the next year to mixed reviews.

The song "Lazy Generation" was included on the Burnout 3 soundtrack, but the line shit on a silver platter shine was changed to cars on a silver platter shine. The band drew lyrical influences from such experiences as laziness ("Lazy Generation", "I Don't Know"), rebellion against parents ("Look At Your Son Now", "Screw You") and even a Jerry Springer episode ("Crack Ho"). The group followed the album's release with appearances on the Warped Tour.

In late 2006, the group broke up, and Allen, DeWerd and Collett re-formed as Hang 'Em High (see below). Hang 'Em High disbanded in 2009 and Travis Allen decided to reform The F-Ups. DeWerd returned as rhythm guitarist, though Nogo and Collett had not returned and had been replaced by Nick Sacco on bass and Alex Allen (formerly of Hang 'Em High) on drums. Recently, DeWerd was replaced with Jared Ward. Their MySpace page became active once again, but there has not been an update since the 25th of September, 2009.

Album

Track listingAll lyrics written by The F-Ups.All music written by Travis Allen, except on "All The Young Dudes", by Travis Allen and David Bowie.Album title: Screw You"Lazy Generation" - 2:24"Screw You" - 2:34"Look At Your Son Now" - 2:44"Glad That I Lost You" - 2:27"I Don't Know" - 2:10"All the Young Dudes (Mott the Hoople cover)" - 3:06"Falling Down" - 3:35"Wrong The Right" - 2:24"Told You So" - 2:33"Eye For An Eye" - 2:12"Crack Ho" - 2:48"No No No" - 2:35
Credits
Travis Allen - lead vocals, lead guitarChris DeWerd - rhythm guitar, vocalsAndy Collett - bass guitar, backing vocalsTaylor Nogosek - drums

Members

Travis Allen - lead vocals, guitarAlex Allen - drums, vocalsNick Sacco - bass guitar, vocalsJared Ward - guitar, vocals

Hang 'Em High

After The F-Ups break up in 2006, Travis Allen, Chris DeWerd and Andy Collett reformed with Bill Martin and Alex Allen (Travis' brother) as Hang 'Em High. Hang 'Em High released their debut album (called "Hang 'Em High") which is only available on Hang 'Em High's Myspace page for $8.00. After the recording of their first album, Mario Ortiz replaced Chris DeWerd on rhythm guitar. With newly recruited member, they performed at various venues and also an online venue called "Deep Rock Drive". Hang 'Em High released several YouTube videos under the name of "Doctornoise". Polls on their official website show that the fans' favourite song is "Old School Fight Song" and the fans' second favourite song is "Not For Me". Bill Martin left the band in 2009 to begin a solo project. The band has finished in May 2009.

The band got back together at end of 2011 and released an EP titled "Back in Session" on March 27, 2012.

Album

Track listingAll music and lyrics written by Hang 'Em High."Overwhelming""Last To Fall""Just Back Down""One World""Cabin Fever""I Wanna Know""Full Throttle""Not For Me""Old School Fight Song""It's Alright""Goodbye For Now""Sincity Murder""Just The Way We Are""Fade To Red"CreditsBill Martin - lead vocalsTravis Allen - lead guitar, vocalsChris deWerd - rhythm guitar, vocalsAndy Collett - bass guitarAlex Allen - drumsMario Ortiz - rhythm guitar/ backing vocals (replaced Chris deWerd, didn't perform on the album)

Album

Track listingAll music and lyrics written by Hang 'Em High."Back in Session (Rock & Roll)""Just Got Yourself to Blame""One Night Stand""Hitting the Bottle"Members - 2011 - presentTravis Allen - Guitar/ Lead VocalsJared Ward - Guitar/ VocalsJesse Wolf - Bass guitar/ VocalsAlex Allen - Drums

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The song Lazy Generation was featured in NHL 2005 & Burnout 3: Takedown, it is also the theme song of the game.
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