State Champs are modern-day torchbearers of pop-punk, blending high-energy hooks, heartfelt lyrics, and arena-ready choruses into a sound that’s both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Formed in Albany, New York in 2010, the band quickly rose from basement shows to global tours, earning acclaim for their dynamic live performances and emotionally resonant songwriting. With five full-length albums—including The Finer Things, Around the World and Back, Living Proof, Kings of the New Age, and their self-titled 2024 release—State Champs have solidified their place as one of the genre’s most vital voices.
Led by frontman Derek DiScanio, alongside Tyler Szalkowski (guitar), Ryan Scott Graham (bass), and Evan Ambrosio (drums), the band has toured with icons like Fall Out Boy, Simple Plan, and A Day To Remember, and graced stages from Warped Tour to When We Were Young. Their latest self-titled album marks a creative reset, capturing every era of their sound while embracing the realities of adulthood, growth, and resilience.
