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Bankrupt!
Studio album by
Phoenix
Released19 April 2013 (2013-04-19)
Recorded2011–2012
Studio
  • D'Herbécourt (Paris)
  • Motorbass (Paris)
  • Oscilloscope (New York City)
Genre
Length40:35
Label
Producer
Phoenix chronology
Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix
(2009) 		Bankrupt!
(2013) 		Ti Amo
(2017)
Singles from Bankrupt!
  1. "Entertainment"
    Released: 18 February 2013
  2. "Trying to Be Cool"
    Released: 8 July 2013
  3. "S.O.S. in Bel Air"
    Released: 11 November 2013

Bankrupt! is the fifth studio album by French band Phoenix, first released on 19 April 2013 through Loyauté, Glassnote, and Atlantic Records. It is the band's follow up to Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, which was released four years earlier in 2009. The album was produced by the band with Philippe Zdar and was recorded in a span of two years at Studios d'Herbécourt and Motorbass Studios in Paris, France, and at Oscilloscope Laboratories in New York City, United States. The album received generally favorable reviews from music critics upon release. It debuted at number 3 on the French Albums Chart, number 4 on the Billboard 200 (selling 50,000 copies[1]), and number 14 on the UK Albums Chart.

Three official singles were released from the album: "Entertainment", "Trying to Be Cool", and "S.O.S. in Bel Air".

Writing and composition

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On 5 April 2011, Phoenix posted a blog update on their website revealing CCTV stills of a studio where the band was working.[2] The band stated in interviews that the album would be a departure from the pop sounds of Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix (2009), and they were trying to create something more experimental.[3] The band also said that their work on the soundtrack for Sofia Coppola's 2010 film Somewhere provided inspiration for the creation of the album.[citation needed] Bankrupt! has been described as an indie pop album,[4] also featuring synth-pop[4] and new wave[4] throughout.

Promotion

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Glassnote head Daniel Glass announced at a Spotify event on 6 December 2012 that the band had finished recording their new album, and it was scheduled for an April 2013 release.[5] On 16 January 2013, the album's title was revealed to be Bankrupt! and a teaser was released on Phoenix's official website.[6]

Phoenix played various major music festivals across the world in support of the album. Dates included headlining spots at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and Primavera Sound. They also played large European festivals such as Rock Werchter, Rock am Ring and Rock im Park and Glastonbury Festival.

The album's lead single, "Entertainment", premiered on Zane Lowe's show on BBC Radio 1 on 18 February 2013,[7] and was released digitally the following day.[8]

The second single, "Trying to Be Cool", was initially promoted via Soundcloud, with several remixes available for download. On 2 July 2013 a video for the song was released, with a live performance of "Trying to Be Cool" and "Drakkar Noir" in a studio in New York City. The video was directed by Spanish collective "Canada" and produced by Phoenix in conjunction with Intel and Vice's 'The Creators Project'. "S.O.S. in Bel Air" impacted alternative radio in the United States as the third and final single from Bankrupt! on 11 November 2013.[9]

Critical reception

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Professional ratings
Aggregate scores
SourceRating
AnyDecentMusic?7.2/10[10]
Metacritic71/100[11]
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusicStarStarStarStar[12]
The A.V. ClubB−[13]
Chicago TribuneStarStarStar[14]
Entertainment WeeklyB+[15]
The GuardianStarStarStarStar[16]
The IndependentStarStarStarStar[17]
NME7/10[18]
Pitchfork7.5/10[19]
Rolling StoneStarStarStarHalf star[20]
Spin8/10[21]

Bankrupt! received mostly positive ratings from most music critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a weighted average score out of 100 to ratings and reviews from mainstream critics, the album received a metascore of 71, based on 41 reviews.[11] AllMusic's Heather Phares highlighted that the album "isn't nearly as devoid of new ideas as its title suggests, but it doesn't feel like quite the leap forward Wolfgang was compared to what came before it. Not that it necessarily needs to be" because it "lets them celebrate with a victory lap that's enjoyable for all concerned."[12] At Chicago Tribune, Greg Kot found that it is more "cohesive than its best-selling predecessor."[14] Reef Younis of Clash rated the effort an 8 out of 10, and told that the album is "as meticulous, likeable, and danceable as its predecessors."[22]

At Consequence of Sound, Steven Arroyo stated that Bankrupt! "could end up the most anti-pop pop album of the year" and although it has its confusing "fake-out" moments, "if the choice was between confusing or boring and safe, Phoenix made the right call."[23] Drowned in Sound's Krystina Nellis rated the album a 9 out of 10, and alluded to how the album may be a "shock to the system at first", but called the process of listening to the album a "thrilling ride nonetheless".[24] Simon Price music critic for The Independent called the album "derivative and is a near hybrid of Mew, the Postal Service, M83 and Empire of the Sun, but it's perfectly likeable without ever inspiring outright love."[17] At Los Angeles Times, Randall Roberts found the album to be "hardly groundbreaking" because it "feels like a predictable progression, too logical an evolution", yet the release "succeeds despite its verbal elusiveness."[25] John Murphy of musicOMH wrote that the release was "well worth waiting for."[26]

NME's Matthew Horton rated the release a 7 out of 10, and noted that the album has been "buffed and polished", which will edge the band "towards the big time" because "their own flashy banks of synths and treated guitars sound meaty and perfect together".[18] Stuart Berman of Pitchfork rated the album 7.5 out of 10, and evoked that the album "doesn't so much ruefully reflect upon Phoenix's whirlwind, globe-trotting lifestyle as drop you right in the middle of it."[27] At Rolling Stone, Jon Dolan called Bankrupt! an album "rich with colorful, astral-planing synths, wry guitar shimmer, pillow-pump drums and Thomas Mars' blue-eyed vocal swoon".[20] David Bevan of Spin rated the album an 8 out of 10, and affirmed that "the resulting album blurs the lines between simple and sophisticated more effectively than Phoenix ever have before."[21] This Is Fake DIY's Danny Wright rated the album an 8 out of 10, and felt that the album "can seem like a sidestep. But delve deeper and this is an album reveals itself as a gem; one which mixes their crowd-pleasing hooks with an inventive shift in their sound."[28] At Under the Radar, Dan Lucas noted how the album "will sound familiar to the band's fans from the off, but also represents the first significant aesthetic shift in their oeuvre", and the release "suggests that the rest of the world has a lot of catching up to do."[29]

However, Philip Cosores of Paste rated the album a 6.0 out of 10, and found that the album "is easy to excuse, only to the effect that the more you excuse its deficiencies, the more you realize you are making excuses for it. Little is bad, but little is memorable or exciting or even interesting."[30] At The Observer, Kitty Empire called the album a "classy, occasionally experimental set informed by breezy 80s sounds and vintage synths", which "it could have suited any number of other, cooler Coachellists in situ", and that it is "perhaps, a textbook post-success album."[31] Kevin Korber of PopMatters rated the release a 6 out of 10, and evoked how the album is "ultimately underwhelming" because the effort does not have anything "going on", but the project "still works as a solid effort from a band getting used to being big. They’re just doing what they do."[32] Slant Magazine's Mark Collett found that the "lightness of touch, however, is otherwise missing", which makes the album "cool and pleasant, but easy to forget."[33] At Mojo, Stephen Worthy said "the French quartet can be forgiven for not messing with the formula here."[34]

Track listing

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All tracks are written by Phoenix.

Bankrupt! track listing
No.TitleLength
1."Entertainment"3:40
2."The Real Thing"3:22
3."S.O.S. in Bel Air"3:43
4."Trying to Be Cool"3:48
5."Bankrupt!"6:57
6."Drakkar Noir"3:22
7."Chloroform"4:04
8."Don't"3:16
9."Bourgeois"4:53
10."Oblique City"3:30
Disc two, deluxe edition – The Bankrupt! Diaries
No.TitleLength
1."Cabourg"1:12
2."Just Trying to Be Cool"0:36
3."L'Heure Bleue"0:27
4."L'Aventure"1:18
5."Versus Monteverdi"0:42
6."François"1:43
7."Labyrinthe"1:14
8."Vésuve II"1:04
9."Campo Marzio 4"1:19
10."Cité d'Or Fondations"1:47
11."Cité d'Or"0:46
12."Baccalauréat"0:30
13."Police"0:29
14."Helmut"1:06
15."Vladimir"0:16
16."Cité d'Or II"0:53
17."Le Rouge aux Lèvres"0:51
18."Dolomites"0:56
19."J'ai Tout Donné"0:32
20."Bruce"0:32
21."Nanonana Nuage"0:44
22."Drakkar"1:32
23."RMI Florian"0:47
24."Belinda au Soleil"0:52
25."Belinda"0:50
26."Nanopico"0:46
27."Triangle 3"1:11
28."Belinda Wurlitzer"0:35
29."Giorgio 2"0:53
30."Lin Bleu"0:44
31."Rimini-Antibes"1:05
32."Batobus"0:44
33."Scouts d'Europe"0:48
34."Nanomanioc"0:33
35."Je T'Aime"0:47
36."Epsilon 12"0:32
37."Été Pourri"1:04
38."Biblos"0:32
39."Jeunesse"1:04
40."Blue Lagoon"0:40
41."Taxi G7"0:47
42."Ex-Aequo"0:40
43."Ragazzi"0:53
44."Drill"1:04
45."Rimini Sous la Douche"0:53
46."Chimie"0:31
47."Hedlunda 2"0:46
48."33cl"0:59
49."Virgule XII"0:54
50."Majordome"0:37
51."Oblique"1:00
52."Amphores"0:55
53."Lin Bleu Dans le Métro"1:01
54."Entertainer"0:29
55."Mindgames"0:52
56."Prince des Collines"0:42
57."Aristotle"0:01
58."Le Main de Dieu"3:09
59."Aristotelian"0:01
60."Vendredi"0:19
61."Anthracite"0:57
62."Amalfi"1:05
63."Le Synthé Pleure"1:31
64."4 Bits Adaggio"0:59
65."24 Carats"1:36
66."Invisible"0:45
67."UGC Ciné Cité"0:39
68."Negroni"0:40
69."Chloroform Berceau"0:51
70."Hedlunda"1:03
71."Cité d'Or de Facto"1:54

Personnel

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Credits for Bankrupt! adapted from liner notes.[35]

Phoenix

  • Phoenix – production
  • Thomas Mars – lead vocals
  • Laurent Brancowitz – guitar, keyboards, percussion, programming, backing vocals, artwork concept
  • Christian Mazzalai – guitar, keyboards, programming, backing vocals
  • Deck D'Arcy – bass, keyboards, piano, percussion, programming, treatments, backing vocals

Additional personnel

Charts

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Release history

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Release history and formats for Bankrupt!
Region Date Label
Australia[59] 19 April 2013 Liberation Music
Germany[60] Warner Music
Netherlands[61]
Ireland[62] Loyauté, Glassnote Records, Atlantic Records
United Kingdom[63] 22 April 2013
France[64] Loyauté
Canada[65] 23 April 2013 Glassnote Records
United States[66] Loyauté, Glassnote Records
Japan[67] 24 April 2013 Warner Music
Italy[68] 14 May 2013

References

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Bankrupt! is the fifth studio album by the French indie pop band Phoenix, released internationally on April 19, 2013, and in the United States on April 23, 2013, through the independent label Loyauté in collaboration with Glassnote Records and Atlantic Records.[1] Co-produced by the band—consisting of Thomas Mars (vocals), Christian Mazzalai and Laurent Brancowitz (guitars), and Deck d'Arcy (bass/synthesizers)—alongside French producer Philippe Zdar, the album features ten tracks blending synth-pop, indie rock, and electronic elements with themes of fame, excess, and disillusionment.[2][3] The record marks Phoenix's follow-up to their 2009 breakthrough Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, which had propelled them to international acclaim with hits like "1901" and "Lisztomania".[4] Recorded across studios in Paris, New York, and Australia, Bankrupt! incorporates diverse influences ranging from 1970s glam rock to contemporary R&B, resulting in an eclectic sound characterized by shimmering synths, driving rhythms, and Mars's distinctive, accented vocals.[3] Key singles included "Entertainment," which served as the lead track and gained attention through its use in Sofia Coppola's film The Bling Ring, as well as "Trying to Be Cool" and "S.O.S. in Bel Air."[4][2] Commercially, Bankrupt! debuted at number four on the US Billboard 200, selling 50,000 copies in its first week and becoming the band's highest-charting album to date, while also reaching number three on the French Albums Chart.[5] Critically, it garnered generally favorable reception for its ambitious production and infectious hooks, though some reviewers found it less immediate than its predecessor; AllMusic awarded it 3.5 out of five stars, praising its "playful" energy, while Pitchfork rated it 7.5 out of 10, noting its "post-success commentary" on celebrity culture.[6][7] The album's title track, a sprawling six-and-a-half-minute closer, exemplifies its experimental side with psychedelic flourishes and orchestral swells.[4]

Production

Writing and composition

Bankrupt! represented a significant experimental departure from the band's earlier accessible pop style exemplified in their 2009 album Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, shifting toward more intricate, layered arrangements that evoked a cinematic quality through dense synth textures and atmospheric builds.[8][9] This evolution stemmed from the band's desire to avoid repetition and relearn their creative process, emphasizing randomness and discomfort in composition to foster innovation rather than comfort.[10] A pivotal influence came from Phoenix's work on the soundtrack for Sofia Coppola's 2010 film Somewhere, where their minimalist scoring contributions—collaborating with sound designer Richard Beggs—sparked the album's overarching thematic direction and infused it with subtle orchestral and ambient elements that prioritized mood over immediacy.[11][12] This period of film composition encouraged a fascination with blending high art and everyday mediocrity, shaping the record's exploratory sound.[10] Songwriting for Bankrupt! was primarily driven by vocalist Thomas Mars and guitarist Christian Mazzalai, who initiated sessions in 2011 by isolating the band for extended collaborative periods, starting songs simultaneously on basic 4-track recorders and refining them through collective humming and chord experimentation.[10][13] The process focused on themes of escapism, the disorienting effects of fame, and emotional detachment, often conveyed through cryptic, abstract lyrics that took circuitous paths to express personal introspection amid cultural excess.[13][8] These sessions unfolded across studios in Paris and New York, allowing the material to mature organically over two years.[10] The album drew from a range of influences including new wave's angular energy, indie pop's melodic introspection, and synth-pop's electronic sheen, often realized through vintage equipment like the console used on Michael Jackson's Thriller and Prince's drum machines to achieve a dry, reverb-laden production.[13][8][14] Tracks like "Entertainment" exemplified this evolution, originating from initial demos conceived with Korean cultural references in mind—envisioning contrasts between South and North Korea—which were layered into a peppy, synth-driven opener blending global motifs with the band's signature hooks.[15][10]

Recording and production

The recording of Bankrupt! took place over a two-year period from 2011 to 2012, allowing the band ample time to develop their ideas without rushing the process.[16][10] Sessions occurred across multiple locations, including Studios D'Herbécourt in Paris, Motorbass Recording Studio in Paris, and Oscilloscope Laboratories in New York, with additional percussive elements captured at St. John's Primary School hall in Mullumbimby, Australia. This distributed approach enabled focused bursts of creativity amid the band's touring schedule. The album was co-produced by Phoenix and Philippe Zdar of Cassius, who played a pivotal role in shaping the final sound through a blend of analog and digital methods.[3] Zdar oversaw mixing at his Motorbass studio in Paris's Montmartre district, utilizing a vintage console originally used for Michael Jackson's Thriller to impart warmth and depth to the tracks.[3][17] His involvement provided periodic guidance, helping the band refine rough bedroom demos into polished recordings while maintaining their experimental edge.[10] Phoenix incorporated live instrumentation—such as guitars, bass, keyboards, and drums—alongside synthesizers and samples to build a dense, layered texture that evoked an orchestral quality.[18][19] This hybrid approach was evident in the meticulous layering during sessions, where elements like metronomic bass and bouncing keys were integrated with acoustic touches for rhythmic and harmonic complexity. The process faced challenges in balancing the band's expansive vision with practical constraints, involving prolonged experimentation that ultimately distilled the material into the album's 10-track structure.[10]

Release and promotion

Release history

Bankrupt! was released on April 19, 2013, through the band's own imprint Loyauté in partnership with Glassnote Records for the United States market and Atlantic Records for international distribution.[20][21] The album was offered in multiple formats, including standard CD, digital download, and 12-inch vinyl LP, with physical editions produced in jewel cases or gatefold sleeves depending on the region.[1] Limited deluxe editions, available primarily as digital downloads and select physical 2-CD sets, included bonus tracks and remixes exclusive to platforms like Spotify and iTunes.[1][22] Digital pre-orders commenced in February 2013, building anticipation ahead of the full rollout.[23] Physical releases varied slightly by territory, such as the April 22 physical launch in France via Atlantic and the April 23 physical debut in the US through Glassnote.[24][25] The standard packaging incorporated artwork featuring a stylized, abstract close-up of vibrant fruits in a gauzy style, conceptualized by band member Laurent Brancowitz and designer Pascal Teixeira to evoke themes of opulence and decay aligning with the album's titular motif.[26][27]

Singles and promotion

The lead single from Bankrupt!, "Entertainment", was released on February 19, 2013, ahead of the album's launch. The track premiered via a digital download and was accompanied by a music video directed by Patrick Daughters, featuring surreal imagery of performers in opulent, chaotic settings that echoed the album's motifs of indulgence. This release served as the initial rollout tactic, building anticipation through radio airplay and online streaming platforms.[28] Follow-up singles expanded the promotional push. "Trying to Be Cool" arrived on July 8, 2013, as a digital single, with a remix featuring R. Kelly released on August 14, 2013, adding R&B elements to the original indie pop track and broadening its appeal. The third single, "S.O.S. in Bel Air", followed on November 11, 2013, including remixes such as the Jackson and His Computer Band version issued in January 2014, which incorporated electronic flourishes as B-sides to sustain post-album momentum. These releases were supported by limited-edition digital bundles that included alternate mixes to engage fans digitally.[29][30] Promotional activities centered on high-profile live and television exposures to amplify the album's visibility. Phoenix headlined the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April 2013, performing across both weekends (April 12–14 and 19–21) to showcase new material like "Entertainment" and "S.O.S. in Bel Air" to large festival crowds. They followed with a headline slot at Primavera Sound in Barcelona on May 25, 2013, where visual collaborations with artist Richard Prince enhanced the set's thematic depth. Television appearances included a performance on Saturday Night Live on April 6, 2013, featuring "Entertainment" and a medley of "Trying to Be Cool" and "Drakkar Noir", and a medley of "Trying to Be Cool" and "Drakkar Noir" on Late Show with David Letterman on April 30, 2013, which highlighted the band's energetic stage presence.[31][32] Marketing tactics emphasized digital innovation and conceptual storytelling. A redesigned band website launched on February 12, 2013, with teaser videos and cryptic graphics teasing the "Bankrupt!" title, drawing intrigue through fragmented previews of tracks and artwork. An iTunes exclusive deluxe edition, available for pre-order from March 2013, bundled the standard 10-track album with 71 bonus demos and sketches, totaling over an hour of additional content to incentivize early digital purchases. The campaign tied into the album's overarching theme of "going bankrupt" on fame and excess, portraying the music as a satirical reflection on celebrity overload and superficial glamour, as articulated in band interviews.[22][33]

Reception

Critical reception

Upon its release, Bankrupt! received generally favorable reviews from music critics, though opinions were somewhat mixed regarding its artistic evolution from Phoenix's previous work. The album holds a Metacritic aggregate score of 71 out of 100, based on 41 reviews, reflecting broad appreciation for its polished production while noting inconsistencies in songwriting impact.[34] Critics frequently praised the album's cohesive sound and creative experimentation with synth-driven arrangements and thematic depth exploring post-fame discomfort. For instance, Pitchfork awarded it a 6.8 out of 10, highlighting its "post-success commentary" through elements like K-pop-inspired synth melodies and standout tracks such as "Entertainment," which was lauded for its energetic, self-aware chorus and laser-like hooks that capture the band's shiny, jacked-up formula.[7] Similarly, NME gave the album an 8 out of 10, commending Phoenix for taking bold risks in blending '80s influences with flashy synths and treated guitars, creating a euphoric, dreamlike quality around Thomas Mars' vocals.[35] However, some reviewers criticized the album for lacking the standout hooks and immediate accessibility of 2009's Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, along with perceived overproduction that occasionally disrupted flow. Rolling Stone rated it 3.5 out of 5 stars, pointing to "uneven pacing" in extended tracks like the seven-minute title song, which drifts into ambient territory without sufficient propulsion.[36] The Guardian echoed this with a 3 out of 5 stars, noting that while the record is classy and experimental with breezy '80s synths, it fails to fully recapture the urgent, sit-up-and-beg engagement of the band's prior breakthrough.[37]

Commercial performance

Bankrupt! achieved moderate commercial success upon release, debuting at number 4 on the US Billboard 200 chart with 50,000 copies sold in its first week, marking the band's highest chart position in the United States at the time.[38] The album also entered the UK Albums Chart at number 14, where it spent two weeks in the top 200.[39] In the band's home country of France, it debuted at number 3 on the French Albums Chart.[40] The album peaked at number 1 on the Belgian Albums Chart (Ultratop Wallonia) and sustained positions in the top 40 across several European countries during its run. It ranked number 198 on the US Billboard 200 year-end chart for 2013 and number 50 on the French year-end albums chart that year. Promotional singles like "Entertainment" contributed to its chart longevity through increased airplay.[41] Estimates indicate Bankrupt! sold over 200,000 copies worldwide in its first year, though it did not receive major certifications such as RIAA Gold in the US. The album's performance was boosted by Phoenix's headline slot at Coachella in April 2013, which generated significant buzz ahead of release, alongside radio support for lead singles. However, sales were slower overall compared to the band's previous album, Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, which exceeded one million copies globally.[40][42]

Accolades

Bankrupt! received its primary accolade at the 29th Victoires de la Musique in 2014, where it won the award for Album de Musique Actuelle Rock (Rock Album of the Year), recognizing Phoenix's innovative blend of electronic and rock elements.[43] This victory highlighted the album's strong resonance within the French music scene, affirming its experimental style as a standout among domestic contemporaries.[44] Despite extensive promotion and international touring, the album itself garnered no nominations for major global honors such as the Grammy Awards—unlike Phoenix's previous release, Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, which won Best Alternative Music Album in 2010—though the single "S.O.S. in Bel Air" received a Grammy nomination for Best Dance Recording in 2015.[45] It also did not receive recognition from outlets such as MTV Video Music Awards or Billboard Music Awards, underscoring a more localized impact compared to the band's earlier breakthrough success.[45]

Credits

Track listing

The standard edition of Bankrupt! features 10 tracks with a total runtime of 40:35.[6]
No.TitleLength
1"Entertainment"3:40 [1]
2"The Real Thing"3:23 [1]
3"S.O.S. in Bel Air"3:43 [1]
4"Trying to Be Cool"3:48 [1]
5"Bankrupt!"6:57 [1]
6"Drakkar Noir"3:22 [1]
7"Chloroform"4:05 [1]
8"Don't"3:16 [1]
9"Bourgeois"4:53 [1]
10"Oblique City"3:31 [1]
The digital deluxe edition includes "The Bankrupt! Diaries," a bonus collection of 71 short demos and sketches from the album's sessions, totaling over one hour; it is available exclusively on digital platforms such as iTunes and does not have an official physical release.[22][46] All tracks on the standard edition were written by Phoenix.[1]

Personnel

Phoenix's fifth studio album Bankrupt! (2013) features the band's core members handling primary instrumentation, vocals, and production duties, supplemented by session musicians and guest artists.[1][2] Band members
  • Thomas Mars – lead vocals[47][2]
  • Christian Mazzalai – guitar, backing vocals[47][2]
  • Laurent Brancowitz – guitar, keyboards, percussion, programming, backing vocals[47][2]
  • Deck d'Arcy – bass, keyboards, backing vocals[47][2]
Additional musicians
  • R. Kelly – vocals ("Trying to Be Cool")[2]
  • Michael Askill – mallets, percussion ("Entertainment", "Bankrupt!")[48]
  • Cameron Kennedy – percussion ("Entertainment")[48]
  • Rebecca Lloyd – percussion ("Entertainment")[49]
  • Steph Mudford – percussion ("Entertainment")[49]
  • Cedric Plancy – flute ("Bankrupt!")[49][47]
  • Bastien Vandevelde – drums ("Bankrupt!")[49][47]
  • Laurent d'Herbécourt – extra drums ("Trying to Be Cool")[49][47]
  • Philippe Zdar – extra drums ("Bourgeois")[47]
Production
  • Phoenix – producers[2][50]
  • Philippe Zdar – producer, mixing[2][51]
  • Guy Foucher – engineering[24]
  • Stéphane Kim – engineering[51]
  • Laurent d'Herbécourt – engineering[52]
  • Andre Kelman – engineering[53]
  • Mixing – Motorbass Recording Studio, Paris[2]
Technical
  • Mike Marsh – mastering (The Exchange, London)[51][2]
Artwork and design
  • SM Associati – art direction[24]
  • Laurent Brancowitz – artwork concept[24]
  • Pascal Teixeira – artwork[24]
  • Ben Garvie – illustration[51]
  • Thomas Mars – photography[1]

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  5. With 5th album, Phoenix continues to rise - The Salt Lake Tribune
  6. Bankrupt! - Phoenix | Album | AllMusic
  7. Phoenix: Bankrupt! Album Review | Pitchfork
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  9. Interview: Phoenix - Thomas Mars on success and learning to write songs again | The List
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  11. How Phoenix and Sofia Coppola influence each other | Dazed
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