The Metroschifter

**The Metroschifter** was a scrappy indie-punk outfit hailing from Minneapolis, Minnesota, known for their raw energy and melodic grit. Active from the late ’90s through the mid-2000s, they carved out a niche in the Midwest DIY scene with their hook-driven anthems and self-deprecating wit. Releases like *Carbonistas* and *Generation Rx* showcased their knack for blending punchy guitar riffs with lyrics that bounced between sarcastic and heartfelt. Their catalog, including fan favorites like *Fort Saint Metroschifter* and *Number One for a Second*, often landed on local labels like Crackletone and SFR Records, cementing their reputation as underground stalwarts.

Though they never chased mainstream fame, The Metroschifter earned a loyal following for their sweat-soaked live shows and relatable, tongue-in-cheek storytelling (see: *Whatever’s Wrong With Me Is Here to Stay – The Basics*). They shared stages with fellow Midwestern acts like The Replacements and Hüsker Dü, leaving a small-but-mighty footprint on the region’s punk legacy before quietly winding down. Their discography—a mix of full-lengths, EPs, and scrappy demos like *Encapsulated Demos*—remains a time capsule of early-2000s indie grit.

Genres

Noise Rock

Post-hardcore

Emocore

Hardcore Punk

Emo Pop

Latest Release

One Cloud for the Brokenhearted

The Metroschifter

Single - Released January 1, 2011