State Champs' Tyler Szalkowski drops new clothing line

March 31, 2018

State Champs' Tyler Szalkowski has unveiled an incredible new clothing line, and we can't wait to get our hands on everything in this first drop!

The State Champs guitarist surprised fans yesterday by announcing drop 001 for his new line, Group Home Collective.

started something with my friend @softrockmanager. drop 001 available now… https://t.co/pXC1aCcv0K

— tyler szalkowski (@tyszal) March 30, 2018

drop 001 // https://t.co/qOx3vnlxQQ pic.twitter.com/wBRXuTwlvb

— Group Home (@grouphomeco) March 30, 2018

Fans were thrilled with the first drop which included three short sleeve shirts and one long sleeve bleached shirt, and Tyler was quick to answer any questions regarding his new line.

they run a little big for sure. they’re also pigment dyed garments. wash cold with like colors 🙂 https://t.co/9LaGLoQSnD

— tyler szalkowski (@tyszal) March 30, 2018

the hard to love tee is embroidered, yes! https://t.co/GePlHmWwj1

— tyler szalkowski (@tyszal) March 30, 2018

When asked how he came up with the name Group Home Collective, Tyler gave an answer that tugged on everyone's heartstrings.

I realized that I have been playing in bands and going to shows for over 10 years. music provided me a place to belong when I felt like I didn’t fit anywhere else. it felt like a group home taking in the outsiders and treating them like family. and it still does feel like home. https://t.co/zyvel02cPa

— tyler szalkowski (@tyszal) March 31, 2018

I appreciate all of you saying nice things about @grouphomeco. I’m grateful to have your support while I pursue a new creative outlet. love y’all. welcome home.

— tyler szalkowski (@tyszal) March 31, 2018

this is kinda how I got the idea. I realized how much alternative music created a place for lost people to find belonging. I turned to it when i was a tween just trying to find my place. It helped raise me.

— tyler szalkowski (@tyszal) March 31, 2018

And the best part? It ships “Around The World And Back”… haha.