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American rock band

Against the Current (often abbreviated as ATC) is an American rock band from Poughkeepsie, New York, formed in 2011. As of 2023, the band consists of lead vocalist Chrissy Costanza, guitarist Dan Gow, and drummer Will Ferri. The band quickly gained a sizeable online following after posting covers of various popular songs on YouTube. They played Warped Tour in 2016.

The band's first EP, Infinity, was released in May 2014 under their own label. The band followed Infinity with their next EP, Gravity, which was released on February 17, 2015. Shortly afterward, they signed to record label Fueled by Ramen. Their debut studio album, In Our Bones was released on May 20, 2016. In 2017, the band collaborated with the popular video game League of Legends in making the song "Legends Never Die" for the 2017 League of Legends World Championship. Their second studio album, Past Lives was released on September 28, 2018. Their third EP, Fever, was released on July 23, 2021. On January 10, 2022, the single "Wildfire" was released. Later that year, the band parted ways with their records company and have been releasing occasional singles since then while continuing to tour.

History

Background and origins

Against the Current was formed in early 2011 by Dan Gow, Will Ferri, and Jeremy Rompala and was later joined by Chrissy Costanza in the summer of 2011 after being introduced to Gow, Ferri, and Rompala through a mutual friend. Joe Simmons w

Just before embarking on a UK tour supporting Pierce the Veil, I had a chance to catch up with Chrissy Costanza of Against the Current. ATC formed in 2011 in NY and has released two studio albums and five EP’s in that time. Their most recent single, “blindfolded”, marks their departure from Fueled By Ramen and went live on all streaming platforms today.

Music Scene Media: To start with, could you share a little bit about your musical background? How did you get your start, and was it something that you always knew that you wanted to pursue?

Chrissy Costanza: We all started from a very young age – I’ve been singing since before I could speak according to my parents. I don’t have any memory of a time before I started singing. Will plays virtually every instrument and was the one who prompted Dan to learn guitar when they were little so they could form a band together. After that, they’d been in a band ever since and I had been searching for one until I met them through a mutual friend.

MSM: What was the first concert that you ever attended? What else are you passionate about besides music?

CC: For me it was actually a Bon Jovi show when I was 10. I loved it. But the real game changer for me was when I saw a family friend who was a few years older perform with his band at a local venue to maybe 30 or so people. All of a sudden, I realized that being on stage was attainable, and I was fired up to have my own band.

Besides music, I love language, travel, and gaming. Animals as well.

MSM: I know that you’ve worked with League of Legends, and also play the game yourself. Do you have any other favorite video games?

CC:I love League of Legends, and I play pretty much every other game Riot has released – primarily Valorant and TFT. Dan plays a lot of games as well, right now he’s extremely into racing games like F1 and has a whole set up for it.

MSM: I actually learned of ATC through your song with my favorite artist, Guardin — “again&aga

Against the Current is a pop-punk band that formed in Poughkeepsie, New York in 2011. Led by singer Chrissy Costanza, guitarist/singer Dan Gow, and drummer Will Ferri, they initially built up a large following on YouTube covering songs like Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen's "Good Time" and Kelly Clarkson's "Catch My Breath." Their own debut single, "Thinking," arrived in July 2012, followed a year later by "Closer, Faster," the latter of which also appeared on their debut EP ''Infinity' in 2014.

Powered by catchy, upbeat melodies and Costanza's strong voice, Against the Current's sound fell more on the pop side of the spectrum.

After an all-acoustic EP, they delivered their third EP, 'Gravity, in 2015 and caught the attention of respected indie Fueled by Ramen Records.

With a new label deal in place, they began issuing singles in early 2016 in anticipation of their full-length debut, [''In Our Bones', which arrived in May of that year.

On September 14, 2017, Against The Current collaborated with Riot Games to create the single "Legends Never Die" for the 2017 League of Legends World Championship, published on Riot Games' YouTube channel. On November 4, 2017, Against The Current performed live at the 2017 League of Legends World Championship opening and closing ceremonies.

On May 11, 2018, Against The Current released two singles, "Strangers Again" and "Almost Forgot", from the album 'Past Lives', released on September 28, 2018. On August 17, 2018, the band released the single "Personal". The single "Voices" was released on September 14, 2018.

On October 28, 2020, Against The Current released their new song "That Won't Save Us," followed by a second single, "Weapon," on March 10, 2021. These were followed up by a third song "again & again" ft. Guardin on June 23, 2

Chrissy Costanza

Christina "Chrissy" Costanza (b. August 23, 1995) is an American singer and YouTuber. She is the lead vocalist of the band, Against The Current. Her self-titled YouTube channel, where she posts vlogs and beauty tutorials, has made her a vlogging sensation.

Early Life[]

Costanza was born on August 23, 1995 in New Jersey. She is of Italian descent. She has a brother named Mikey (Michael). As a child, it was her dream to be a musician. She has stated that her biggest inspirations growing up were her parents. She attended Fordham University for one year, before dropping out to pursue her music career

2011[]

In 2011, Costanza met Dan Gow and Will Ferri through a mutual friend, and joined the band, Against The Current through an audition.

Musical influences[]

Costanza has stated that her musical influences include John Mayer and Katy Perry. She has said that she has never had a favorite band.

Trivia[]

• Chrissy's favorite colors are red and cobalt blue
• She loves all things Italian 
• She enjoys watching Vampire Diaries and The Walking Dead  
• Her record for the most pizza eaten is 6 slices 
• Her usual Starbucks drinks are ice black tea lemonade, ice green tea latte caramel apple spice, or caramel macchiato  
• She has stated that she would prefer the Hogwarts Express over the Polar Express 
• Her favorite late night snacks are popcorn and Ben and Jerry's Half Baked Frozen Yogurt 
• Her favorite member of One Direction is Zayn Malik 
• Her favorite Yankee candle scent is Blueberry Scone 
• She loves goat cheese 
• She has a white rabbit named Fluffy, who, as of 2012, is 8 years old.
• She has a dog named Sammy.
• She prefers Twitter over Tumblr and Instagram over Facebook
• Her favorite song to sing onstage in 2012 was Gue