Big Ups was an American post-hardcore band formed in Brooklyn, New York, in 2010. It was founded by lead singer Joe Galarraga, guitarist Amar Lal, bassist Carlos Salguero and drummer Brendan Finn.
History
Eighteen Hours of Static (2014–2015) On January 13, 2014 Big Ups released their debut album Eighteen Hours of Static through Dead Labour and Tough Love Records for North America and the UK/Europe respectively. The album received reviews from mainstream websites such as Pitchfork and Stereogum. Paul Thompson of Pitchfork gave the album a positive review, saying "Throughout Eighteen Hours of Static, arty Brooklyn post-punkers Big Ups' howling debut LP, vocalist Joe Galarraga and company put the world on notice. For 28 minutes, no grievance goes unaired, and no blood's left unlet."
Before a Million Universes (2016–2017) On March 4, 2016 Big Ups released their sophomore album Before a Million Universes through Exploding in Sound Records and Tough Love Records for North America and the UK/Europe respectively.
Two Parts Together and hiatus (2018–2019) On May 18, 2018 Big Ups released their third album Two Parts Together through Exploding in Sound Records.
In November, 2018 Big Ups announced an indefinite hiatus, stating “Since 2010, the four of us have dedicated ourselves to this project in a way that often neglects other aspects and dimensions of ourselves and our lives,” they wrote in a statement. “It’s time for us to branch out and grow.” They played their final show on January 18, 2019 at New York City's Bowery Ballroom.
Musical style The band have primarily been described as post-hardcore, post-punk and indie rock.
Band members
Brendan Finn – drums Joe Galarraga – lead vocals Amar Lal – guitar Carlos Salguero – bass guitar
Discography
Studio albums
+List of studio albumsTitleAlbum detailsEighteen Hours of Static Released: January 13, 2014 Label: Dead Labour / Tough Love Formats: CD, LP, CassBefore a Million Universes Released: March 4, 2016 Label: Exploding In Sound / Tough Love / Brace Yourself Formats: CD, LPTwo Parts Together Released: May 18, 2018 Label: Exploding In Sound Formats: LP Singles SongYearAlbum"Goes Black"2013Eighteen Hours of Static"Justice"2014"Rash" / "Not Today"Non-album single"Capitalized"2015Before a Million Universes"National Parks"2016"Hope for Someone""PPP"2018Two Parts Together"Fear""Imaginary Dog Walker" Music videos +List of music videos, showing year released and directorsTitleYearDirector(s)"Goes Black"2013TerrorEyes"Justice"2014Stephen Tringali"National Parks"2016Robert Kolodny"Fear"2018Brendan Finn
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