Various - State Of The Union

Originally released in 1989, State of the Union is a landmark compilation from Dischord Records, bringing together an essential cross-section of late-’80s Washington, D.C. punk and post-hardcore. Featuring contributions from scene-defining bands such as Scream, Ignition, Shudder To Think, Soulside, Fugazi, and more, the collection captures the raw creativity and social urgency that made the D.C. scene so vital.

More than just a document of its time, State of the Union reflects the community-minded ethos at the core of Dischord. The album has long carried a charitable purpose, with proceeds benefiting We Are Family, a D.C.-based non-profit focused on supporting seniors in the community.

With its mix of established acts and rising voices, State of the Union remains both a snapshot of a pivotal moment in underground music and a testament to the enduring spirit of solidarity that the scene embodied.