The Hang Ups are an indie pop rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, formed in 1990 and fronted by vocalist and guitarist Brian Tighe.

Other members include Jeff Kearns (bass, vocals), Stephen Ittner (drums), and John Crozier (guitar).

The band's efforts have been met with warm local and national critical response,[1] and are perhaps most well known for the songs "Jump Start", which appeared in the Kevin Smith film Chasing Amy,[2] and "Top of Morning," which featured in an episode of Dawson's Creek.

[6] Reviewing the album for CMJ New Music Monthly, David Daley called it "a pop record for the ages" and wrote that the band's "knack for perfect pop has too often been subjected to slick production", but praised the team of Dixon and Easter, who were working together for the first time since recording R.E.M.

[10] The band has been honored with a star on the outside mural of the Minneapolis nightclub First Avenue,[11] recognizing performers that have played sold-out shows or have otherwise demonstrated a major contribution to the culture at the iconic venue.