The Menzingers - Scranton PA’s other famous band

The Menzingers, along with Lucero and The Dirty Nil, pulled off a fantastic evening of punk, post-punk, country punk, and pop punk. An energetic, sold-out crowd at White Eagle Hall only added to the energy on stage. And I only got kicked once in the head by a crowd-surfing boot-wearing youngster. You should have been there.

AI Says -

The Menzingers are an American punk rock band that was formed in 2006 in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Known for their energetic style and emotionally resonant lyrics, they have garnered a dedicated following within the punk and alternative rock scenes.

The Menzingers' music is characterized by a blend of punk rock, pop-punk, and alternative rock influences. Their lyrics often explore themes of growing up, personal struggles, relationships, and nostalgia.

The Menzingers have been praised for their storytelling abilities and relatable lyrics, often drawing comparisons to bands like The Gaslight Anthem and Against Me!. They have toured extensively, both in the U.S. and internationally, sharing the stage with a variety of well-known punk and rock acts.

The band's live shows are known for their high energy and audience engagement, often featuring sing-along moments and anthemic choruses that resonate with their fans.

The Menzingers continue to release new music and tour, maintaining a strong connection with their fanbase. They have a reputation for evolving their sound while staying true to their punk roots.

Doug Dresher

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Born from an existential argument between Modernists and Postmodernists, I have found my home with the post-punks and those who love a good slice of pizza. I live in a world of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction and the ever-elusive Decisive Moment. Punctum and Studium aside, I like to take photographs of people and things to see how they look photographed. While I miss both CBGBs and a cool place to bowl in Asbury Park, Punk is still whatever we made it to be. The Future is Unwritten, and I owe it all to Mr. Bradley and Mr. Martin. Let Us Now Praise Famous Men (and Women) and ask the Little Prince for his thoughts. Sometimes, I'm On the Road, but if it weren’t for the honor of the thing, I’d just as well walk. My loving wife supports this albatross of an obsession, and my kids put up with me well. BA, MFA, M.Ed., BCEA, Nikon, FUJI, Tri-X.

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