Schitzofrantics

Schitzofrantics

Schitzofrantics were an anarcho-punk band from Wellington, New Zealand, active from 1991 to 1993. Known for their dual-vocal attack, the band featured Stasia Polatzik and Simon on vocals, Stefan Brough on guitar, Johnny Brough on drums, and Mike Polatzik on bass. Immersed in the politically charged punk scene of the early 1990s, they aligned with animal liberation groups like the NZAVS, channeling their activism into raw, confrontational music. 

The band performed at Wellington venues such as Thistle Hall, James Cabaret, and Empire Warehouse, and ventured to Palmerston North for gigs at Super Liquor Man. In December 1992, they toured both the North and South Islands alongside local punk legends SMUT. Their final show was in March 1993 at Thistle Hall, sharing the stage with Septic Noise Grinder and Devoid. Shortly after, Schitzofrantics disbanded, with Stefan, Johnny, and Mike forming a new band, Shrapnel. Johnny Brough would later go on to drum for Brubeck in 1997.

OriginWellington
Genrepunk
Years Active1991-1993
Associated ActsSMUT, Septic Noise Grinder
Past MembersJohnny Brough (drums)
Stefan Brough (guitar)
Mike Polatzik (bass)
Stasia Polatzik (vocals)
Simon (vocals)
James Cabaret, date?

Timeline

1991, December 14, Empire Warehouse

1992

1992, March 6, Super Liquor Man
1992, April 24, Empire Warehouse
1992, July 23, T.V.C
1992, August 21, Super Liquor Man
1992, December 3 – 17, NZ tour

1993

1993, March 5, Thistle Hall