The group formed in 1999 while its members were still in high school. Originally the band was named Mr. Completely, and just prior to signing with Capitol Records in 2003 changed the name to "The F-Ups." They came second in a high school competition, but took first place the next year. They began touring locally before signing with
Capitol Records in 2003. Their debut album, which featured a cover of
Mott the Hoople's "
All the Young Dudes", was released in July of the next year to mixed reviews. The band drew lyrical influences from such experiences as laziness ("
Lazy Generation", "''I Don't Know
"), rebellion against parents ("Look At Your Son Now
", "Screw You
") and even a Jerry Springer episode ("Crack Ho''"). The group followed the album's release with appearances on the
Warped Tour. In late 2006, the group broke up, and Allen, DeWerd and Collett re-formed as Hang 'Em High (see below). Hang 'Em High disbanded in 2014. In early 2015 Travis Allen and Taylor Nogo (Nogosek) formed a new band called The Shift with new members Cole Ebertowski (Guitar/Vocals)and Daniel Johnson (Bass). They are currently playing shows locally and plan to record a full-length album Starting in late October 2015. The F-ups returned to music with all original members in 2020. They have an active YouTube channel and social media. ==Album==