State of Being emerged from Cleveland's alternative and industrial scene in the early 1990s, founded by singer-songwriter Christopher Foldi. The band gained early momentum after opening for Chemlab at the legendary Phantasy Nite Club, setting the stage for the release of their debut CD, Dysfunctional Vision, a unique fusion of synthpop, industrial, and punk.

State of Being's dynamic live shows led to performances alongside Pigface, Thrill Kill Kult, The Used, and The Church, along with side-stage gigs for icons like The Ramones and Billy Idol.

In 2004, the band released Haywire, produced by Andy Kubiszewski (formerly of Stabbing Westward), expanding their sound and blending rock, industrial, and electronic influences. The album gained international airplay, with Skope Magazine hailing it as “aggro-indie.”

Now in 2025, State of Being returns with a revitalized lineup, including Chris Becka on guitar, Greg Boehnlein (The Chromes) on bass, Sean Furlong (Prick) on drums, and Foldi’s brother, Scott Foldi, on keys. This refreshed lineup breathes new life into their classic material, blending fresh energy with the raw spirit of their early days.