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American Standards is a chaotic hardcore, mathcore, and metalcore band from Phoenix, Arizona, formed in 2011. Known for explosive live shows, deeply personal lyrics, and a relentless DIY ethos, the band blends the aggression of metal with the urgency of punk to carve out a distinct voice in the underground.
Over 15 years, American Standards toured restlessly across the US, bringing raw energy to Arizona venues like The Nile Theater, Crescent Ballroom, Rebel Lounge, Skrappys, The Orpheum (Flagstaff), and The Rock (Tucson) as well as DIY spaces nationwide. They shared stages with Every Time I Die, Norma Jean, Knocked Loose, Comeback Kid, Stick To Your Guns, Atreyu, Zao, He Is Legend, and The Bled while staying rooted in the Arizona community that shaped them.
Their discography—Still Life (2012), The Death of Rhythm and Blues (2013), Hungry Hands (2014), Anti-Melody (2017), Dopamine Dealer (2022), and final album Future Orphans (2025)— reflects evolution and consistency: chaotic, heartfelt, and uncompromising. Recognized by Alternative Press as a breakout Arizona band, praised by Decibel Magazine as one of the strongest voices in modern hardcore, and featured by Metal Injection, Revolver, and Lambgoat, they earned respect for intensity and authenticity.
American Standards never set out to be the biggest or most popular bands from Arizona. Instead, their legacy is defined by resilience, community, and a DIY spirit—earning their place among influential bands from Arizona.
Over 15 years, American Standards toured restlessly across the US, bringing raw energy to Arizona venues like The Nile Theater, Crescent Ballroom, Rebel Lounge, Skrappys, The Orpheum (Flagstaff), and The Rock (Tucson) as well as DIY spaces nationwide. They shared stages with Every Time I Die, Norma Jean, Knocked Loose, Comeback Kid, Stick To Your Guns, Atreyu, Zao, He Is Legend, and The Bled while staying rooted in the Arizona community that shaped them.
Their discography—Still Life (2012), The Death of Rhythm and Blues (2013), Hungry Hands (2014), Anti-Melody (2017), Dopamine Dealer (2022), and final album Future Orphans (2025)— reflects evolution and consistency: chaotic, heartfelt, and uncompromising. Recognized by Alternative Press as a breakout Arizona band, praised by Decibel Magazine as one of the strongest voices in modern hardcore, and featured by Metal Injection, Revolver, and Lambgoat, they earned respect for intensity and authenticity.
American Standards never set out to be the biggest or most popular bands from Arizona. Instead, their legacy is defined by resilience, community, and a DIY spirit—earning their place among influential bands from Arizona.
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