Gregor Barnett

As singer, guitarist, and co-founder of the Menzingers, Greg Barnett made his name with his impassioned fusion of pop-punk energy and the anthemic spirit of heartland rock. Still in his teens when the band was formed, Barnett's music reflects the thoughts of a musician who literally grew up in public. Early efforts like 2007's A Lesson in the Abuse of Information Technology and 2012's On the Impossible Path reflected the preoccupations of a young man making sense of the world, and 2019's Hello Exile looked toward the rewards and responsibility of adulthood. Barnett gave listeners a deeper and more personal perspective on his life and music with his debut solo album, 2022's Don't Go Throwing Roses in My Grave, which saw him exploring his love of folk, blues, and country.