Half Price is a punk rock band from Cape Town, South Africa established in 2001. They are identified by energetic performances and released 3 full-length albums, two EP's, a compilation album, and a split album since their inception.[1] The band have always maintained a DIY ethos, remaining independent until 2016 when they became the first South African punk band to sign with an American digital record label, Punk Outlaw Records.[2]
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Cape Town, South Africa |
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| Years active | 2001–present |
| Labels | Punk Outlaw Records |
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| Website | halfpriceband.co.za |
History
Half Price was found by Pete and The DFG in 2001 as a punk rock outfit. Half Price play non-profit party-punk[3], which is a mixture of punk rock, ska & reggae with a focus on having fun rather than making money. They carry the sarcastic leitmotif of music made for people that love to party. They are notorious for their crazy stage antics, embracing the humor and reputation of the concept.[4]
They have played numerous shows and festivals around South Africa, as well as four tours in Europe. They toured Europe for the first time in 2005, and then in 2006, 2008 and 2013.[5] Half Price have shared the stage with acts such as The Exploited, Mad Caddies, The Spermbirds, Leftöver Crack, and Antimaniax.[6] In November 2017, Half Price were the supporting act for the Cape Town leg of the Alien Ant Farm South African tour.[7]
On The Monotony of Monogamy,[8] Half Price recorded a song called "Soccer 2010", about the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Straight Outta South Africa[9] is a compilation album that was digitally released under the New York label Punk Outlaw Records in 2016.[10]
In 2018 they released a split album with Alive at Midnight, another punk band from Cape Town.[11]
In December 2023 they were announced as one of two South African bands to play the world renowned Punk Rock Holiday festival in Slovenia in 2024.[12]
Band members
Source:[13]
- Sober Pete aka Homo Erectus: Main vocals & rhythm guitar
- The DFG: Bass & vocals
- Emo Mawk: Lead guitar & vocals
- Kyle the Machine: Drums
- Mister Willis: Trombone & vocals
Discography
Source:[14]
Studio albums
- Taking Life Seriously (2004)
- Banned (2006)
- The Monotony of Monogamy (2010)
Compilation albums
- Straight Outta South Africa (2016) [15]
EPs
- Bush, Bin Laden & My Mom's Nought (2003)
- Programmed to Party (2013)
Split albums
- So Hard it Hurts split with Alive at Midnight (2018)
Music videos
- Taking Life Seriously
- Suicide Bomber