21 Jun 24
NEWS-ARCHIVE
Attention hard ticket fans!
Only 5 weeks until the punk rock wellness weekend in Glaubitz!
The organization team is rotating at full speed and is already preparing for the temporary move to Glaubitz. Since we have our hands full with the preparations, it will only be possible to order our elegant hard tickets until July 17th, 2024.
From July 18th, 2024 you can still order festival tickets to print out online at TixforGigs ... or you can continue to order our hard tickets from our authorized dealers (CoreTex Berlin, Gothic-Second-Hand Leipzig, Selectorz Großenhain), as well as in the online shops of ANGRY VOICE Records, Contra Records and CoreTex.
If you would like to secure this popular collector's item without pre-sales fees, it is best to order it today as the number is limited. Collective orders make sense (one-off postage) and make our work easier when shipping.
18 Jun 24
THE SELECTER (UK)
After a short and serious illness, Arthur Hendrickson, one of the singers of THE SELECTER, died a few days ago - absolute horror news that reached us last week. We are still affected and sad: “Gaps” – rest in peace.
Of course, turning this catastrophic news into a - well - "service post" doesn't feel right. Nevertheless, we owe you the information that - after consultation with the band's management - THE SELECTER's planned summer shows will take place as planned and therefore they will also play at BTF.
Pauline Black in her own words on social media:
“The Selecter will continue to perform, bringing the message & spirit of 2-tone to audiences everywhere."
Let's celebrate the work and life of "Gaps" in Glaubitz together.
11 Jun 24
ANNOUNCEMENT TRAILER
Sunday's election evening took a massive toll on our mood. Not only do we see our protected baby at risk in the long term... However, there is no danger this year, the community of Glaubitz has assured its support. We will comment again in the coming days when there is more reliable information.
So first of all, our slogan: We will always be there! ...and maybe we can cheer you up a bit with this year's announcement trailer. As always - we'd be happy if you shared it! ...perhaps more than usual due to the current circumstances - because we are slowly entering the home straight towards Back To Future!
08 Jun 24
RISK IT!-INTERVIEW
Summer is picking up speed, which means for us we're heading towards the festival with "Seven Mile" flip flops. But today Gregor from RISK IT! the word:
1) Gregor, you come from Dresden, not far from Glaubitz. I'm sure you've been our guest before... Well, RISK IT! are now a small institution when it comes to hardcore in Germany. How would you make BACK TO FUTURE appealing to a typical hardcore fan? In fact, BTF left a formative impression. In 1998, back then under the name "Unity Is A Weapon", it was the first festival I was able to experience. The line up speaks for itself and I basically hope that even HC-inclined listeners already have the BTF on their radar.
What makes BTF special for me (like Endless Summer RIP before) is the atmosphere. Not an event-Otto festival, but a relaxed get-together to have a good time. The whole thing is organized by people who come from the subculture themselves and put their heart and soul into it. The bottom line is exactly the things that make the difference and you can feel that as a visitor. There is also an outdoor swimming pool right next door. What more could you want?
2) We've rarely had flawless hardcore bands in the past, apart from acts like NEGATIVE APPROACH or HAMMERHEAD. How do you get the punk rock place up and running if, contrary to expectations, things don't go smoothly for you right away? The flyer from '98 already features bands like Full Speed Ahead and Right Direction. Adolescents have also been there several times. So there have always been a few acts from the genre and I have to admit that I don't really think about that stuff. We're looking forward to the show and if you can convey something as a band, you usually get something in return.
3) Your drummer is Straight Edge and always has to drive you. That's good for us, so we save on accommodation costs. But how does he keep it up? What do you think is going on in his head when he's allowed to drive you home? Haha, it's best you ask him yourself. Since there are usually six of us on the road and half of them are Edge anyway, I think that puts it into perspective quite well. So it's not like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde whip through the night alone. The bigger problem is usually agreeing on the point of departure after the show, as I like to chat away.
4) The obligatory final question: Are there any bands in the line-up that you (or you) are particularly looking forward to? 7 Seconds, The Briefs, Red London, The Pissed Ones and Hard Skin
06 Jun 24
Net find
Internet ey... Last night I was looking for this legendary new "millennial punk" documentary on YouTube, accidentally entered the word "pink" instead of "punk", learned that this is apparently a drink, watched carefully how it was mixed , for some algorithmic reason (probably because of the "drink mixing") Lemmy Klimister appears in the suggestions ("Favorite Drinking Spot of Lemmy" or something) and somehow we ended up with the TOY DOLLS. One click further; Video blog from a young TOY DOLLS fan named Bela - at BACK TO FUTURE 2023! Is something like that called a “net find” these days? In any case, a very pleasant look back at the last year that we don't want to withhold from you!
Thank you Bela (and Elvis), we hope to see you again this year!
»BTF FESTIVAL- VLOG & REVIEW
31 May 24
Sad news
Yesterday DOUG KANE, known to many as the singer of the bands THE GENERATORS, SCHLEPROCK and DOUG & THE SLUGZ, died after a short and serious illness. We had the pleasure of working with Doug several times and now sadly remember fantastic shows here at Back To Future or at the Rosswein youth center.
The world is not only losing a likeable person with an extraordinary voice and charisma, but also a really cool guy who was a fixture in the international punk rock world! Rest in Peace Douggie!
24 May 24
The daily linups are here!
In the "New Normal" a post like this would now appear loud and clear: drum roll, excitement, in the background the flyer and above it a teasing neon sign flashing nervously "80% OF THE TICKETS SOLD - STOP!!!" ...as fuckin' whether an outdoor punk rock festival like this would ever really have been sold out in advance... We'll save you this fuss and instead come with a few facts today to make your planning easier: The daily breakdown is here! Answers to questions like: Who is playing on which day? Can I make it to Mom's coffee and cake on Sunday? Dog sitter? Take a vacation? ...and all that nonsense. The exact running order will follow sometime at the beginning of July.
In addition to our wonderful festival hard tickets, you can also purchase online day tickets for Friday and Saturday from today. As every year, we only offer box office tickets for Warm Up Thursday. Follow the general link to the presale, there you will find the day tickets below! Have a great weekend!
20 May 24
PUNKROIBER-INTERVIEW
The Thuringian punk rock institution PUNKROIBER will unfortunately be giving us one of their last performances ever. Reason enough to ask singer and Back To Future veteran Lars two more questions:
1) Lars, are you actually a real BACK TO FUTURE veteran? With the band and also as a guest - you were and are always welcome. How many times have you actually been here this summer and what was your "first time"? Veteran sounds... old. I can't really say when the first time was, the 90's were so exciting and I was out every weekend with or without a band for years. I can remember bands like Oxymoron, Rejected Youth or Feine Sahne's first steps at the BTF, I know that I didn't take part in the move to Dessau and that I've been at the riding arena for 12 years in a row. In 2014 and 2019 also with the Punkroibers.
2) Since you've probably already seen everyone and every band in the punk rock universe - is there still a band in this year's line up that you're excited about and you're curious? Sure. Although I have to say that I would come to the BTF even without a big line up, just to meet old friends, drink non-alcoholic shandy, chat, meet new people and reminisce. I'm looking forward to The Selecter, The Undertones (for example, I haven't seen them yet and hope they're not boring live), Lower Class Brats, Red London or Hard Skin. But I always like to be surprised by new or unknown bands. The Runnings for example. And hey Daniel, I'd like to wait another 12 years to see Sham 69 (with Jimmy Pursey) and New Model Army in Glaubitz. I will continue to come to Glaubitz in July. Up to now it was always the case that I had 2-3 bands on my list after the festival and bought their records because they were so good live or surprised me.
3) Have you ever actually been to a forest bath? I only ever know you with a denim vest... Of course! I've been there a few times with the kids and of course I also went to the forest pool. Without denim vest. On Fridays and Saturdays the water is always 1-2 degrees warmer, even if the sun isn't shining. But you're right, I don't really like showing off my body in swimming trunks. But lying around in the shade or taking a shower in a friendly atmosphere is something I like to do in the forest pool.
4) Old hands can do anything, time for praise and constructive criticism: Is there something about the festival that appeals to you these days I particularly like it and - conversely - is there anything you liked better 10 or 20 years ago? Basically, I always find the friendly, family atmosphere at the BTF particularly special. Admittedly, the frame has now become a bit too big for me and the area is sometimes too crowded. This is how I experienced stress for the first time in the last 2-3 years, because as the number of people increases, so does the number of unpleasant festival visitors. But it was usually always resolved quickly. Kind regards to the order group!
The new layout of the area is really good, it was necessary and it relaxes the festival again. Otherwise, I'm always happy about the mix of bands that reflects the mix of the audience. The BTF always manages to have something for every taste. Old, established cult bands and contemporary, young bands on one stage. It should stay that way, neither the “old” nor the “new” audience should feel excluded by the band selection. Although, as I said, I think the older ones in particular always like to come, no matter who is playing, just to have a good time.
What bothers me a little in the last few years is the internet discussions the festival, where people come from all sides who have never set foot on the riding arena or people who can never please with anything. I always feel very sorry for the many helpers at the BTF.
5) The sparrows are whistling from the roof: The PUNKROIBER are playing their last concerts. When can we ask about reunions again? Will you at least stay with us as a guest? Logo, we will see each other more often as guests. But it's too early to speculate about a reunion - even though we haven't broken up yet. Since we never made any money with the band, we can't be lured with a high fee. And anyway, will anyone still want to see us in 10 years or will anyone even know us then? But I don't rule out the possibility that we'll get our asses up again at a 77th birthday or a wedding. You know, something special.
14 May 24
MDR-REPORT
"The people are all really nice. They don't look like it... but they're really nice inside!" Have we already found the intro for a potential 2024 aftermovie? “Our village has a weekend” - an MDR program - recently portrayed Glaubitz. At around min. 18 the Back To Future is also introduced, "Mom, I'm on TV!" - »JUST LOOK IN!
29 Apr 24
GUM BLEED (CHN)
“You have shit on your feet, you have shit on your feet!” - Such a Larifari introduction to a serious matter: In the last few days we've received two band cancellations that, as far as we can tell, don't sound good at all. Unfortunately, both THE GENERATORS and THE FREEZE have to cancel their planned summer tours for health reasons. There's even been a for Cliff Hanger by The Freeze »GoFundMe Fundraising campaign set up. From our side All the best and hopefully a speedy recovery!
At the same time, the request from GUM BLEED from China fluttered onto our desk, and - here we go - Punx Save The Human Race! Old school Nietenkaiser punk from the so-called Middle Kingdom, a perfect Tinder match between our regular audience and the band! So: GENERATORS & FREEZE are unfortunately out (shit), GUM BLEED are new (cool!)!