Busted

Busted is a British pop punk band originating from Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England. The band was formed in 2000 and originally consisted of James Bourne, Matt Willis, and Charlie Simpson. Busted achieved significant success in the early 2000s with their energetic style and catchy melodies.

History

Busted was formed in 2000 when James Bourne and Matt Willis met through mutual friends and decided to start a band. They later recruited Charlie Simpson to complete the lineup. The band quickly gained popularity with their debut single, "What I Go to School For," which was released in 2002 and reached number three on the UK Singles Chart.

Debut Album

Their self-titled debut album, Busted, was released in 2002 and included hit singles such as "Year 3000" and "You Said No." The album was a commercial success, reaching number two on the UK Albums Chart and earning a 3× Platinum certification from the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).

Second Album

In 2003, Busted released their second album, A Present for Everyone, which featured singles like "Crashed the Wedding" and "Who's David?." The album debuted at number two on the UK Albums Chart and was also certified 3× Platinum by the BPI.

Hiatus and Side Projects

In 2005, Charlie Simpson left the band to focus on his other project, Fightstar, leading to Busted's initial breakup. During the hiatus, James Bourne formed the band Son of Dork, and Matt Willis pursued a solo career.

Reunion

In 2015, Busted announced their reunion with all three original members. They embarked on a successful tour and released their third studio album, Night Driver, in 2016. The album marked a departure from their earlier pop punk sound, incorporating more electronic and synth-pop elements.

Discography

• Busted (2002)
• A Present for Everyone (2003)
• Night Driver (2016)
• Half Way There (2019)

Band Members

• James Bourne – vocals, guitar, keyboards
• Matt Willis – vocals, bass guitar
• Charlie Simpson – vocals, guitar, drums

Awards and Nominations

Busted has received numerous awards and nominations throughout their career, including several BRIT Awards and Kerrang! Awards.

Related Pages

• Pop punk
• Southend-on-Sea
• James Bourne
• Matt Willis
• Charlie Simpson
• Fightstar
• Son of Dork