Photos by Steel Brooks shannonsoderlund.com facebook.com/shannonsoderlund instagram.com/shannonsoderlund WHERE TO CATCH THEM NEXT The Queens Kickshaw (thequeenskickshaw.com) at 40-17 Broadway in Astoria (Jan. 13, 9 to 11 p.m.) The Quays at 4502 30th Ave. in Astoria (Jan. 21, 9:30 p.m.) JANUARY 2017 I BOROMAG.COM 33 Shannon Soderlund A five-piece band chock-full of playful and soulful harmonies driven by a steady rock ‘n’ roll beat, Shannon Söderlund is local band worth checking out. “We toe the line of gospel, jazz and blues, but lean most heavily toward rock,” lead singer Shannon Söderlund said. “A lot of people describe it as having a ‘90s vibe.” Currently residing in Astoria, Söderlund has found herself “reveling” in the local music scene. “My primary songwriting ‘studio’ is the streets of Queens — the path between my apartment and the train, as well as the East River and walks in Astoria Park, fuel my songwriting muse regularly.” Like the upbeat, optimistic music they make, the band is hopeful for the future. “There is so much to look forward to, so much to rejoice in,” Söderlund said. Söderlund has found that current social issues have influenced their music: “This has manifested itself somewhat in my lyrics, but has also shaped my thoughts about my team, who I want to work with, and what I want to do as I manage my band.” Shannon Söderlund and their polished pop sound play regularly at The Queens Kickshaw, The Quays and a few other places around the neighborhood. JANUARY 2017 I BOROMAG.COM 33
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