10 years of Hypers – 10 years of punk rock
In the year 2001 AD, a very special child entered our beautiful, football-infused world. The world metropolis of Metzkausen rose up to show the world that it exists.
Now dear readers, what the hell is Metzkausen? It is a district of Mettmann, and anyone who doesn't know what Mettmann is has no place in this world and can comfortably wait for the apocalypse.
In any case, in 2001 the Fortuna fan club "Hypers" was founded with the task of delighting the red and white Fortuna world with beer, singing, and punk rock.
Now the first round birthday has arrived, and it must be celebrated just as described.
Beer: In large quantities
Singing: The curve also lived in the Fortuna Bar 95
Punk rock: 3 times there was something to the 12
The beginning was made by the Düsseldorf band "No Brain, no Pain", whose recordings I have already reviewed.
A relatively young band, somewhat reminiscent of the US role models NOFX or Millencollin, had the tough task of opening the evening. And anyone who knows Bar 95 in the meantime knows that it is usually still quite empty at this time of day. Nevertheless, they were undeterred and played their songs quite straight. This was well received by the approximately 30-40 people who might have been in the room. Definitely a worthy opener that made you want more.
Next up were the Heiligenhauser "Worstcase Szenario" on the stage of Bar 95.
A band I have seen several times already. And until now, I have always been quite impressed. Musically a mix of the Düsseldorf "Toten Hosen" and various other German-speaking punk rock bands.
Craftsmanship was quite seasoned, and songs from the last albums were played, which, however, did not really find favor today. Personally, I missed the identification with the audience because it felt like the played set was only being pushed through the PA speakers for their own sake. A few young punks who had come specifically for WCS did party accordingly. However, I find it a shame that such a mature band, which could definitely do more, rests on this audience clientele. Grow up, because you are worth being taken seriously.
As the highlight of the evening, the local heroes "Verlorene Jungs" took the stage, who interrupted their studio work to properly celebrate the birthday of the Hypers. A healthy mix of old classics from the band's history as well as some previously unreleased and current songs from the upcoming album were blasted into the speakers, making it a true joy to watch the band. Accordingly, the headliner was celebrated, and about 200 people turned BAR 95 into a small but fine cauldron.
Thus, the first 10 years of Hypers became a truly rounded evening, which had everything a decent punk rock concert needs.
Additionally, there was also the prominent visit of the new city heroes "Broilers", who took the time to support the Düsseldorf music scene despite all their tour preparations.
HEHE, and Sammy promised that I would get my interview.....
In this sense
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HYPERS!!!