Banquets
Banquets is a punk rock band from Jersey City, New Jersey. It was formed by members of local bands including Static Radio NJ and Let Me Run. Known for a melodic, anthemic rock-influenced sound combining elements of indie-punk / emo/ and post-punk, similar to bands like The Menzingers, The Gaslight Anthem, Loved Ones, Saves The Day and The Get Up Kids. The band was active from the early 2010s until breaking up in 2016, however the band reformed in 2021 and will release a new LP in fall 2025.
News updates for Banquets
New Jersey indie punks Banquets return after 10 years with a new LP and latest single
Banquets, the New Jersey indie-punk quartet, is releasing their first album in a decade titled "Petty Relics" on October 17, 2025 via Black Numbers. The album, produced by Andy Tyler Clark (The Wonder Years, The Menzingers) features 11 melodic indie-punk anthems, including the latest single "Episodes" which is now streaming everywhere. Fans of The Menzingers, The Loved Ones, Saves the Day, The Get Up Kids, The Gaslight Anthem and Jimmy Eat World will appreciate Banquets' anthemic passion and heartfelt lyrics in this long-awaited release full of chugging guitars, sing-along hooks and big melodies. Check out the single below along with the full press release.
Releases
Petty Relics
October 17, 2025Banquets, the New Jersey indie-punk quartet, is releasing their first album in a decade titled "Petty Relics" on October 17, 2025 via Black Numbers. The album, produced by Andy Tyler Clark (The Wonder Years, The Menzingers) features 11 melodic indie-punk anthems, including the latest single "Episodes" which is now streaming everywhere. Fans of The Menzingers, The Loved Ones, Saves the Day, The Get Up Kids, The Gaslight Anthem and Jimmy Eat World will appreciate Banquets' anthemic passion and heartfelt lyrics in this long-awaited release full of chugging guitars, sing-along hooks and big melodies.