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The Green Onions

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About Me

If you could combine the sounds of The Band, The Black Crowes and The Faces, you might just end up with The Green Onions. Formed by high school classmates in 2001, this five-piece rock outfit draws its influence heavily from the Rock and Roll back catalogue. Corty Byron fronts the group with his soul-drenched vocal style and blues-based guitar licks. Also on guitar and backing vocals is Chris Gurreri, a player with a penchant for spot-on vintage guitar tones. Bassist Scott Frenchek brings his love for McCartney and Motown to his instrument and provides the key third element to the band’s vocal harmonies. Longtime musician and road warrior Cort Byron, a.k.a. “pop” plays the role of Corty’s father, and keyboardist. Rounding out the band on drums is the driving rhythmic force of local music veteran, Brian Trump.
In the beginning, the band spent its time cranking out their favorite classic rock songs, while performing underage at the local bars and clubs. The band quickly decided it was time to focus on creating their own music and set out writing songs. After taking the top spot in two “Battle of the Bands” competitions, the band was able to finance their first, self-titled studio album. Mostly performed live in the studio, the 12-song album showcased The Green Onions discovering their sound and received national and overseas radio airplay.
Following the release of their first album, The Green Onions began work on a two hour career-spanning tribute to Pink Floyd. This multimedia laser event called “Dark Side of the Onions” was a huge success. The band quickly sold out three performances at the LaserDome in Manheim, Pennsylvania. After this successful endeavor into the dark side, the Onions began work on their second 12-song album. Completely self-produced by The Green Onions, “Down The Drain” made its debut August 11, 2007 to a raucous crowd of approximately 500 at the Appalachian Brewing Company in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
In their time together, The Green Onions have performed at the American Music Theater in Lancaster PA, Giant Center Arena in Hershey PA, The York Fair, and in 2007 were broadcast to countless television viewers at the190th Lititz 4th of July celebration. The band has also shared the stage with artists such as the Gin Blossoms, Project Object, Lez Zeppelin, The Bridge, The Brakes, The Disco Biscuits, Family Groove Company, Vanilla Fudge, The Badlees, and Hot Tuna. The group has successfully established a diverse fan-base spanning all age groups. The Green Onions are now performing in support of their second studio album while riding a wave of momentum unparalleled thus far in their career.


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Member Since: 1/4/2005
Band Website: thegreenonions.com
Band Members:Corty Byron Guitar and vocalsScott Frenchek Bass and vocalsChris Gurreri Guitar and vocalsBrian Trump
DrumsCort Byron Sr. Keyboards and vocals
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Sounds Like: A contemporary approach to the roots of American Music. A melting pot of rock, blues, soul, funk, and folk. This recipe consistently produces unique flavor and rediscovers honest musical sensibilities.
Record Label: None
Type of Label: None

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The Green Onions are opening for Gin Blossoms.

The Green Onions are proud to announce that they will be opening for the classic 90’s alternative/pop group, Gin Blossoms (hits include, "Hey Jealousy," " Found Out About You," "’Till I He...
Posted by The Green Onions on Tue, 11 Mar 2008 08:34:00 PST

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February Newsletter and VideoBlog

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Posted by The Green Onions on Sun, 27 Jan 2008 01:59:00 PST

MP3s for 49 cents each!

The Green Onions have just opened a music store on their MySpace page! Check it out here.In honor of our upcoming return to Appalachian Brewing Company, we are offering MP3s of our last performance t...
Posted by The Green Onions on Sun, 20 Jan 2008 10:36:00 PST

The Green Onions are back!

That's right Onionheads, The Green Onions are back! Following the final performance of John and Mike in August, the band has reformed. After months of rehearsal and the search for a new drummer, the...
Posted by The Green Onions on Sun, 13 Jan 2008 09:36:00 PST

The Green Onions new album available on line CD / iTunes

That's right!  You heard right!  The Green Onions' new album is now available on line...You can pick up the CD here: here.Or download tracks from  iTunes!...
Posted by The Green Onions on Thu, 25 Oct 2007 01:06:00 PST

Dark Side of the Onions 2

The Green Onions to perform "Dark Side of The Onions"a multimedia live music event paying tribute to the music of Pink Floyd at Dragonfly Nightclub in Downtown Harrisburg. Saturday July 21, 200...
Posted by The Green Onions on Mon, 11 Jun 2007 11:24:00 PST