24 Feb 23
NEWS-ARCHIVE
THE BAD SHAPES
... are after THE TWITCHBLADES and THE NOT AUSED another project by the all-rounders Rosa Riot and Kidnap from Berlin.
The mixed foursome released their first LP last year, on who else but Wanda Records. The 12 songs are political and biting and really put you in a good mood because everything comes across in 77's punk rock garb. Fabienne's vocals, underlaid with stripped-down riffs, cool melodies and a dryly placed drum beat, make them a typical BTF band! My personal goosebumps hit is her only German-language song "Berlin Syndrome", which deals with the topic of gentrification in Berlin - "...who capitulates-loses...".
On our part, there is already great anticipation for THE BAD SHAPES! We hope that we were able to draw attention to another insider tip of our small, fine event.
23 Feb 23
THE KIDS - Belgium's longest running punk rock band
... sets sail again and, after a long absence, stops in Glaubitz in 2023.
Their first two albums are undoubtedly classics that only contain hits. If you don't know them yet and are now thinking of dusty old men's rock, THE KIDS will teach you better.
Live, they are still one of the best bands of their era and they will demonstrate that again at this year's BTF - "This Is Rock'n'Roll"!
22 Feb 23
SUCK is a relatively new band from Kassel and Hamburg.
The combo already set a first exclamation mark in 2019, when they left a lasting impression at three shows supporting AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS. In 2022 they released their first long player, "RIBBIT", on which they reproduced the energy of their live shows to perfection. A concentrated load of fuzz garage punk awaits us, which is crowned by the singing of frontwoman Isabell. Parts of our crew have already been able to convince themselves of their live qualities and are very enthusiastic! SUCK are another insider tip of our festival!
21 Feb 23
Murphys's Law at BTF? does that fit? Of course, like ass on bucket!
For those unfamiliar with the band Murphy's Law, here is an apt description of the band from the Ox fanzine:
“At the heyday of hardcore, when mission and toughness determined the gesture of almost every band, a band from the early days withdrew from all this without losing sight of the realities of their scene. MURPHY'S LAW from New York have toured and played with the RAMONES, the BEASTIE BOYS, the RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, RUN-D.M.C. and FISHBONE, whose horn section also helped out on some records. Their refreshing mix of HC, punk, ska and reggae gets into your blood, especially live, and thankfully never takes itself seriously.”
I have no idea how the band got its name, Murphy's law is: "Anything that can go wrong will go wrong." - we're looking forward to a big boat of chaos!
20 Feb 23
With VSK, a German punk grenade awaits us in Glaubitz by popular request!
But let's start with the origin: VERSAUTE STIEFINDER - a political German punk band from Freiberg, who wrote timeless punk classics in the 90s, is the root of all "evil"!
With the current band line up there are exactly two people from the original line-up. With Martin and Nils from RASTA KNAST and singer Julian (including GLOOMSTER) they present these hits in a new guise. This suits the combative songs perfectly, sounds much rougher and is reminiscent of legends like CANAL TERROR or TOXOPLASMA. Their current LP "Auf allen Weg" now also includes their own songs, these always go forward and transport current content with the right energy!
A warm "Hello" goes out to VSK and we're looking forward to the fact that "Glaubitz" will work out in 2023!
20 Feb 23
Yes, the new Ox fanzine is here!
I cleared out the mailbox yesterday after my vacation of several weeks! Yes, the new OxFanzine is here! Quickly flipped through and what can I say - two of our headliner bands with PASCOW and COCK SPARRER are very busy with interviews... and then dear Joachim Hiller also put us on the cover page - thank you!
What else should one write about the Ox fanzine, the punk fanzine with the highest circulation with all its great interviews, sections and columns is always worth recommending or subscribing to. In the publishing house itself, all issues of #166 are probably already sold out, there are then only the options kiosk or record shops. Have fun while reading!
12 Feb 23
huh Why is a couple being filmed here going to a travel agency? And why is there beer there!?
Hm... Isn't that the bird with the camera in hand, not the magician from last year's forest bath? Is correct! He always makes the trailers and after-show clips for Back To Future. If that's not the preparatory work for the upcoming trailer. Looks exciting.
You can find all previous trailers and clips by the way »HERE
09 Jan 23
2ND ORGA-WEEKEND
A weekend with smoking heads, lots of good ideas and intensive exchange lies behind the BTF organizational team.
We sat down for the second time to share the results of the visitor survey and possible implementations
to discuss. It was amazing how many of you took part and how positive your reviews were! Thanks a lot for this
to you!
We are now looking at how we can realize as many of your wishes and suggestions as possible. Of course everything within our framework
possibilities and without losing sight of the PUNK ROCK premise. Stay tuned!
24 Dec 22
FLYER UPDATE
No joke, dear BTF community, we were a bit happier year after year with the line-ups of the last BTF events. From time to time there was an improvement, at least for us, and we were really happy because we couldn't believe that it was even more fantastic than the festival before. Always three days of state of emergency at its finest. And hey, 2023 will be extra fat! Look at this! We can hardly believe what awaits us there. This flyer bangs like hell throughout and we already have umpteen melodies in our ears that make us totally jittery. This will simply be the best punk rock party, with the best audience, a terrific crew and a totally extraordinary soundtrack!
Now it's your turn, share the flyer on all your profiles and shout it out loud to the world. Get your tickets in advance and give us planning security! Quick note - a quarter of the tickets are already gone and the space is known to be limited.
Please stay healthy and hopefully enjoy the days off.
Greetings from the BTF crew
23 Dec 22
COCK SPARRER (UK)
Yep, you got it right! Even after you've bumped your arm, cheek or out of sheer disbelief for the umpteenth time pinched in the eye, the image of this confirmation will not change.
Just this year, COCK SPARRER celebrated their Golden Wedding and in the 51st year theirs
They finally find their way to tranquil Glaubitz, 362 days a year.
We've been tinkering with this performance for a while and in 2023 it will become a reality. Kicks with Cock Sparrer
one of the most important punk rock bands on the Glaubitz stage, which was there from the start, Oi! shaped and also
still absolutely convincing today. Over the decades, the Londoners have not only one
worldwide reputation, but have influenced countless well-known bands with their anthems and several
Captivated generations of punks and skins.
We are really incredibly happy to welcome this band with you next July and this one
wiill set us all in fire, "because you're young"!