State Champs Announce New Self-Titled Album and North American Tour
Albany-raised pop-punk band State Champs has officially announced their highly anticipated fifth studio album, a self-titled record, set for release on November 8 via Pure Noise Records. The announcement comes with the debut of two punchy singles, “Silver Cloud” and “Too Late To Say.” The music video for “Silver Cloud” features frontman Derek DiScanio breaking free from a mundane life, alongside characters played by the rest of the band.
A Showcase of High-Energy Pop-Punk
Produced by Anton DeLost (Mayday Parade, Hawthorne Heights), the upcoming self-titled album promises to deliver some of the most edgy, high-energy tracks that have defined State Champs’ career. ‘We found our way, through the ups and downs within us, personally and as a band, and wanted to express that,’ explains Derek DiScanio. Bassist Ryan Scott Graham adds, ‘When we stepped back and looked at the songs, sonically and thematically, it’s a great vision of who we are. Every era of State Champs exists within this record.’
A Decade of Pop-Punk Leadership
Nearly 15 years since their formation, the band members—Derek DiScanio (lead singer), Ryan Scott Graham (bassist), Tyler Szalkowski (guitarist), and Evan Ambrosio (drummer)—have experienced significant personal growth. These changes have influenced their music, resulting in a record that is big, bold, and slick, yet retains the raw energy of a band performing live.
“State Champs” Track List
- “The Constant”
- “Silver Cloud”
- “Clueless”
- “Light Blue”
- “Too Late To Say”
- “Hell Of It”
- “Sobering”
- “Tight Grip”
- “I Still Want To”
- “Just a Dream”
- “Save Face Story”
- “Golden Years”
Upcoming North America Tour
The album announcement coincides with the band’s plans for a North American tour this fall. Supporting acts include Knuckle Puck, Meet Me at The Altar, and Daisy Grenade. The tour kicks off on November 8 in Austin, Texas, and covers major cities across the continent, concluding on December 7 in New York City.
A Legacy of Success
Starting in bedrooms and basements in 2010, State Champs quickly became leaders of a new pop-punk scene. Drawing inspiration from bands like Fall Out Boy and Green Day, they have become one of the most recognizable names in the genre, building authentic connections with their audience through smart songwriting and passionate performances.
Their sophomore album, “Around the World and Back,” debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard Current Rock Albums chart and made Rock Sound’s Top 10 Albums of the Year. With accolades from major publications and collaborations with pop-punk heavyweights like Alex Gaskarth (All Time Low) and Mark Hoppus (Blink-182), State Champs continue to cement their legacy in the pop-punk world.
State Champs North America Tour Dates
November 8 – Austin, TX – Emo’s
November 9 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues
November 11 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
November 13 – Anaheim, CA – House of Blues
November 14 – Berkeley, CA – The UC Theatre
November 15 – Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom
November 16 – Seattle, WA – Showbox Sodo
November 18 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
November 19 – Denver, CO – Summit Music Hall
November 22 – Detroit, MI – The Majestic
November 23 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room
November 24 – Cleveland, OH – The Agora
November 26 – Toronto, ON – Danforth Music Hall
November 27 – Cincinnati, OH – Bogarts
November 29 – Nashville, TN – Cannery Mainstage
November 30 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
December 1 – Orlando, FL – House of Blues
December 3 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore
December 4 – Boston, MA – House of Blues
December 6 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
December 7 – New York, NY – Webster Hall
