Bankrupt (band)

Bankrupt is a Hungarian punk rock band from Budapest, Hungary. They are one of the most known Hungarian bands outside Hungary in their genre, having received coverage by UK, US and Canadian online magazines.[1][2][3][4]

Bankrupt
Bankrupt in December 2011.
From left to right: William, Shorty, Rocco
Background information
OriginBudapest, Hungary
Genrespunk rock
pop punk
punkabilly
melodic hardcore
Years active1996–present
LabelsPiaRRecords
Websitehttp://www.bankrupt.hu
MembersRocco
William
Shorty
Past membersMichael K, Crow, Tibor, Black Peter

Since their formation in 1996, the band has released three albums and three CD-EPs. The title song of one of their most recent releases, Rewound, was played in rotation by Hungarian Radio's music channel MR2 Petőfi and the music video of its Hungarian version "Retro" was played in rotation by MTV Hungary.[5][6] The band plays melodic punk rock incorporating elements of pop punk, surf rock, britpop, melodic hardcore and punkabilly. They have played about 350 concerts in nine countries, and their releases have been reviewed by various punk rock related publications around the world. The current lineup consists of bassist/vocalist/lyricist Rocco, guitarist/vocalist William, and drummer Shorty.[7]

History

Origins

The band was formed by Rocco and William in March 1996 in Budapest. The original line-up included Canadian expatriate singer Michael K and drummer Black Peter. Following Michael K's departure in 1999, the vocalist duties were shared by Rocco and William. Present drummer Shorty joined the band in November 2000 after a succession of drummers.

Releases and touring

The band gained momentum after Shorty had joined the band in November 2000. With their first full-length release Listen under their belts, they started playing concerts more frequently in Hungary, and nearby countries like Austria, the Czech Republic, Germany, Croatia, Slovenia, Italy, Serbia, and Slovakia. Touring highlights included the support slot for the sold out Oct 2004 Budapest gig of veteran English punk rock band Toy Dolls, and several festival appearances.[8] The second album Bad Hair Day came out in December 2004, and it was followed by Shorter Than Danny DeVito in August 2006. Since then they have released three CD-EPs: Rocket To Riot City (2008), Razor Wires And Neon Lights (2009), and Rewound (2011).

Recent activity

The band contributed tracks to compilation albums released by Cleopatra Records: Punk Rock Halloween - Loud, Fast & Scary (October 13, 2017) and Punk Rock Christmas (October 30, 2015). The band's latest release, the digital-only single, "Come Back Joe Strummer", came out on August 14, 2019.

Music style and influences

The band's sound is a blend of first wave and contemporary punk rock, and they cite bands like the Ramones, The Clash, the Buzzcocks, The Stranglers, as well as the Descendents, NOFX, and The Dwarves as their main influences. Their lyrics deal with social and political issues as well as less serious subjects, always using an ironic approach.[9]

Personnel

Current members
  • Rocco - bass, vocals
  • William - guitar, vocals
  • Shorty - drums

Past members
  • Michael K - vocals
  • Crow - drums
  • Tibor - drums
  • Black Peter - drums

Discography

Studio albums
  • Listen (2000)
  • Bad Hair Day (2004)
  • Shorter Than Danny DeVito (2006)
  • Rocket to Riot City (2008)
  • Razor Wires and Neon Lights (2009)
  • Rewound (2011)
  • Goodbye Blue Monday (2013)
  • Outsiders (2016)
  • Kívülállók (2016) (Outsiders LP with Hungarian lyrics)

References
  1. "Bankrupt - Rocket To Riot City - RoomThirteen - Online Rock Metal Alternative Music Magazine - Reviews Interviews News Tours". Roomthirteen.com. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  2. "Bankrupt Release "Rewound" Official Music Video – Hungary Got Punk Rock! And A Drunk Fat Pug". Yellmagazine.com. 4 May 2012. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  3. "Bankrupt Razor Wires and Neon Lights". Exclaim.ca. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  4. "Bankrupt Rocket to Riot City". Exclaim.ca. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  5. "MOST SZÓL - Online rádió". Mostszol.hu. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  6. "Bankrupt on MTV Hungary". Bankrupt.hu. 11 June 2012. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  7. "We're Bankrupt from Budapest, Hungary" (PDF). Bankrupt.hu. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  8. "Bankrupt music, videos, stats, and photos". Last.fm. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  9. "Interview". Ox-fanzine.de. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
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