About – The Flynns

The Flynns

The Flynns are Kevin Allen and Steve Chizmadia. Along with Paul McCarthy on Ubass from time to time. Kevin Allen started playing the guitar at the age of fourteen, and by sixteen was performing and teaching guitar. Steve Chizmadia is an accomplished song writer, singer, and guitarist.

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Steve Chizmadia

Born and raised on Long Island, Steve’s been playing music since his teens as well as acting, writing plays and occasionally directing. He’s won a handful of songwriting competitions including Noel Paul Stookey’s “Music To Life” (Grand Prize) The WildFlower Music and Art Festival, Woody Guthrie Festival (3rd place).

Kevin Allen

Kevin Allen started playing the guitar at the age of fourteen and by sixteen was already teaching guitar. He is now a guitar teacher at Frank Toscano’s Music School in Astoria, NYC.

Paul McCarthy

Ubass player and uber geek.  Recently retired after working many years in computer technology.  Paul is now spending more time traveling. And, playing the bass and performing with The Flynns.

April Open Mic

Donovan’s Pub held the fourth Open Mic of 2023 last night. We had some new talent join the regular participants. Chris Santangelo continues his efforts to make the night a success. Keven Allen and I provided accompaniment to some of the attendees. Open Mic happens every third Thursday of the month at Donovan’s Pub in …

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February Open Mic

Donovan’s Pub held another talent packed Open Mic event last night. This is only the second one I’ve been able to attended this past year. As usual Chris Santangelo went above an beyond in his efforts to make the night a success. Keven Allen and myself provided accompaniment to some of the attendees. I miss …

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Open Mic 2023

I was able to join the fun at Donovan’s Open Mic night after being away for several months. I really missed it. Some new talent is stopping by and is joined by some of the old regulars. Looking forward next months event.

March First Friday

Great turnout for The Flynns at Donovan’s Pub March First Friday. Danny Conner shot some nice video of a couple of songs by The Who. Check out the video and please do stop by Donovan’s Pub.

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