The Greenstreets the ‘80s and ‘90s as well as the music of
The Greenstreets’ straightforward
sound can be described as a “three-piece
power pop garage band type with indie
rock sensibilities,” singer and lead guitar
player John Keegan said. “We kind of mix
‘90s alternative with modern indie rock.”
Their influences span the decades, from
‘50s pop to ‘60s rock, ‘70s glam and punk,
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the modern age.
“If I like it and it moves me, it becomes
an influence,” Keegan explained.
John Keegan began playing guitar in
the band Bliminal back in the early stages
of the Astoria music scene.
“I got my start in the Astoria music scene
back in 2005 when there wasn't much
of one happening,” he said. “To be hon-
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est, me and my songwriting partner from
Bliminal, Justin Finley of the band Space
Jump Live were the ones to start opening
doors for original bands in this neighborhood.
Sure, there were bands, but not
too many shows happening in local bars
or venues. Unless you were a cover band
playing familiar tunes, most bars/venues
didn't want original music.”
Their current lineup includes John
Keegan, (vocals, guitar), Benjamin Mark
Olson (bass) and Keith Malonis (drums).
You can find The Greenstreets frequenting
local Astoria spots.
“There are those three or four places that
consistently continue to embrace the local
scene,” Keegan said. “We play such venues
as The Quays, The Shillelagh Tavern and The
Irish Whiskey Bar, which are fun, comfortable
places to play. And we look forward to play
newer places that seem to be embracing
live original music, such as LIC Beer Project
and Joe's Garage.”
The Greenstreets are booked to play
at Joe's Garage on July 22 on a split bill
with Toy Animals. On Aug. 19, they will be
playing at BWAC in Red Hook in Brooklyn
as part of an Astoria music showcase
along with Toy Animals and Absurdo &
The Coyote.
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