The Starting Line
Rock · US · Active since 1999

The Starting Line

High-energy pop-punk with a heart of gold. Polished melodies and earnest vocals that capture the restless spirit of suburban youth and early-twenties transitions.

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Formed in 1999 in Churchville, Pennsylvania, The Starting Line is an American punk rock band. Currently based in Philadelphia, the group is led by member Kenny Vasoli. Throughout their career, the band has released music under the Drive-Thru Records label. Their sound helped define the pop-punk genre, establishing the group as a notable fixture within the United States music scene since their inception over two decades ago.

Our Catalog5 Albums · 2002 · 2025
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