Andy Schulz, the group's lead guitarist, explained that the band's music, while influenced by punk, rock and indie genres, is a mix of various sounds and influences.
Despite this, Schulz feels that Baby versus Giant has developed a sound that is unique to the band.
"We have a lot of weird influences, like Hot Water Music, but our sound comes out pretty straight rock-n-roll," Schulz said.
Opening for Baby versus Giant is a local band consisting of Penn State students, including Eric Myers (freshman-science).
Myers said his band, No Points Scored, has a sound that, like Baby versus Giant is a composite of different genres that makes for an entertaining set.
"Our music ranges a lot, anywhere from punk and indie to hardcore," he said.
Another Pennsylvania band to take the Pollock stage Saturday night is Headlong.
Originally based in Hollidaysburg and now rooted in State College, Headlong is also excited to perform.
In its fourth year playing together, three of the band members are Penn State students.
Headlong doesn't identify its sound with pop-influenced punk musicians.
Group bassist Paul Crowley (freshman-business) explained that Headlong's sound draws from more roots-punk influences.
"We play as hard as we can as fast as we can," Crowley said.
Also included in Saturday's line-up is Harrisburg-based group Night Train to Terror,
as well as New York City's Stiffler.
The whole concert was organized by Myers, who, after growing up in the State College music scene, wished to see a more stable outlet for local artists to play.
"This concert could be a great thing for local bands ... there isn't a consistent enough venue for area groups, especially those on campus," Myers said.
Myers explained that he hoped this concert would be the first of many joint rock shows he would organize at Penn State.
Giving local artists a venue to build a fan base and share the stage with other bands from around the country is something Meyers feels is necessary for the success of the local music scene.
"It's definitely something I'm interested in pursuing," he said.
Schulz explained that aside from the hope of creating a buzz about local artists, he's just hoping to bring Baby versus Giant to his hometown and to have a good time this weekend rocking out on campus.
"The concert is just for fun," he said. "I just want to help some bands out and play some good music."
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