The Bad Ups Reveal “Ego Trip” Lyric Video

Philadelphia’s The Bad Ups are a four piece punk band who draw inspiration from the Epitaph Records and Fat Wreck Chords bands of the 90s and early 2000s, whilst also embracing the rhythms of traditional ska and reggae. Frontman Travis McKayle, who is of Jamaican descent, named the band after the Caribbean patois term “baddup”, which means to treat someone poorly or violently. This name reflects their intense musical style and their ability to connect with the term’s cultural roots. The Bad Ups will release their upcoming full length, Life of Sin, on September 27th via Jump Start Record, ahead of the release the band have released the lyric video for their latest single, Ego Trip.

“‘Ego Trip’ is about finding your place in the world while staying true to yourself.” (frontman Travis McKayle)