Sometimes strong emotions can make you lose focus. That’s not the case for Phoenix, AZ based hardcore band American Standards. Since their inception ten years ago, American Standards have been had to overcome their share of adversity. After losing their founding guitarist to suicide and lead vocalist Brandon Kellum’s father to cancer in quick succession, the band have successfully channelled the troubled waters of loss while incorporating sharp and at times witty social commentary that offers a conduit to acceptance. Having announced their signing to Manic Kat Records last year, American Standards have returned to cap off 2022 with an explosive new single, The Dealer, that ignites a hearty spark of pummelling percussion and expansive riffs. The post American Standards Return With New Singl...