The People Vs. Greg Barnett: The Menzingers frontman on Scranton pride, literary influences, and why they never seem to play your favourite song

’Tis a rare thing that a band should have fans as invested in them as The Menzingers. The Penn-State punks and their bar-room storytelling have earned themselves a cult following, deeply attached to the lyrics and their characters and events.  “People really pay attention to the lyrics and the people in them,” says singer/guitarist Greg Barnett from his home in Philly. ​“I think that’s pretty cool.” So, who better to interview Greg as The Menzingers prepare to hit the road in the UK next week than you lot? We asked for your questions, and you responded in your hundreds. Without further ado, over to you… Eòin asks… Why do you always say you’re from Philly, when you’re actually from Scranton?  “That is a great question. Okay, so let’s th...

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