#Grayscale Band

[letsmakepoppunkgreatagain]

Grayscale - Slept

[jackinalex]

Collin Patrick Walsh (Grayscale) performing at Growlers, Memphis, TN (7/20/24)

[thepermanentrainpress]

Gallery: Grayscale @ Rickshaw Theatre - Vancouver, BC Date: April 1, 2023 Photographed by: Josh Papalia

[dsam1975x]

[theycallme--j]

VLOGMAS EPISODES 2023

last set of vlogs for the year, finally convinced myself i am creative enough to produce a series like this. im so proud of how it turned out. enjoy the vlogs & have a happy holiday season ♥️🎄❄️🎅🏼💚

[ford-owner]

i dont know what to caption this

[spacedoutman]

My art looked completely different one post ago, but trust me (please) I’m very slowly sorting myself out and getting my style together. This was done as a complete joke and I have my regrets but here’s Ace in that one weird stanky outfit (BLEH)

[atesomerocks]

hello am not dead heres a wip of a repaint of thomas raggi from måneskin bc ive been hardcore vibing to their music recently

[letsmakepoppunkgreatagain]

Grayscale - In Violet

[tomsmusictaste]

Evil band names!

New Found Gory

Linkin Dark

Grave-scale

Panic! At The Disco

Ghoul Charlotte

[chahelldraws]

Guess what.

[thepermanentrainpress]

CONCERT REVIEW: GRAYSCALE W/ TAYLOR ACORN AND WORRY CLUB AT RICKSHAW THEATRE - APRIL 1, 2023

The Rickshaw Theatre overflowed with sound when Grayscale headlined on April 1st, supported by Worry Club and Taylor Acorn. With these three talented acts, the show blended indie, pop, punk, alt rock, and even a hint of 80’s dance, keeping the audience moving and singing through a wide array of genres.

Indie-punk Worry Club was up first, comprised of singer-songwriter-guitarist Chase Walsh, bassist and backing vocalist Gabe, guitarist Dom, and drummer Tuck. The four looked cool and casual in oversized graphic t-shirts and hoodies, and Walsh greeted the crowd with a big “What’s up?!” Even so, this show was far from casual. This was their first time in Vancouver, and they told us that they think the city is beautiful.

Worry Club goes hard on stage, bringing more energy and fervor than one might expect from their recordings. Their music feels even more impactful live. Walsh uses his entire body to sing and play guitar, and his spirit fills the room. His playful and passionate stage presence comes off as though he was meant to be on stage and wouldn’t rather be anywhere else. It’s clear how deeply he feels, as if the music itself is throwing him around as he performs. It is impossible not to watch him. Gabe added to the playful and lively energy as the two teased each other. At one point Gabe tried to untangle Walsh’s guitar cord before comedically giving up. They played off each other, and their voices meshed well. For one song, Gabe showcased impressive screaming vocals.

Throughout their set, they took us on an emotional journey through shifts and arcs, building up with sound and then bringing everything back down again. A few songs started as slow ballads, then kicked into gear with energetic riffs and drum-heavy instrumental breaks. Yearning vocals led into fast-paced choruses with impressive vocal octave jumps.

They played “Pretty Face” as well as their new song “BORED,” for which they told the crowd to get moving. At one point they told us they were playing a Britney Spears cover, and that we should sing along if we know it. At the end of the song they revealed it was an April Fools’ prank, and laughed that the crowd had been pretending to know it. For the fast-paced “DEATHBLOW,” they prompted audience participation, and had the entire crowd jumping up and down as one.

Worry Club’s new EP All Frogs Go To Heaven comes out in May. Keep an eye out for this record – it’s going to be a good one.

The next act began with only a guitarist and drummer on stage playing an intro. Anticipation built until the last moment before the vocals were to start, and Taylor Acorn made her grand entrance, jogging up to the mic just in time. Their look was put together and coordinated. Taylor’s top matched with the red dyed face-framing streaks in her hair, which matched with her guitarist’s similarly two-toned hairstyle.

For her first show in Vancouver, Taylor owned the stage with grace and confidence. Supported only by a guitarist/backing vocalist and drummer, she created a sound that felt like it came from more than just the three musicians on stage. Her voice is strong, clear, and expressive, with the flexibility required to express the ups and downs throughout her musical repertoire. From huge resonant high notes to soft vulnerable moments, she brought every emotion to life. This is an artist who bares her soul on stage courageously and invites the audience to feel everything with her. This quality was especially apparent during “Coma,” which she shared was about watching her mom go through an abusive relationship – and which she sang with emotion pouring through her voice.

The guitarist played with explosive energy in soulful and dynamic solos. He matched Taylor’s passion in his riffs as well as in the backing vocals he provided. The musical chemistry between the two was palpable, as they played off each other and maintained a strong connection throughout the set. Taylor is also skilled at connecting with the audience. She crouched to get to our level, got close and sang into the pit, and even performed an entire song while sitting on the edge of the stage.

The set opened with “Wishing You Hell.” She also played Mayday Parade’s “Jamie All Over” – a cover which was a turning point in her career. She explained that she was going to quit music during the lockdown, but she posted this cover on TikTok on a whim and it changed her life, which is the reason she’s able to play shows such as this one. For the whole song she sat on the edge of the stage and sang intimately to the audience, holding the mic out to amplify their voices as they sang along and waved their phone lights in the air. Other notable songs were “I Think I’m in Love,” during which Taylor sang an impressive a cappella verse; “Certified Depressant,” which she shared is about her crippling anxiety; the fast-paced “Psycho,” for which she prompted audience participation, and for which the whole crowd was jumping. She closed the set with “Shapeshifting.”

Headliner Grayscale was next, a five-piece band with an impressively powerful sound comprised of vocals and backing vocals, lead and rhythm guitars, a bass guitar, alto sax, keyboard, and drums. They wore black shirts, and frontman Collin Walsh wore all black. Though their outfits were muted, their instruments were eye-catching, with shiny red-and-black guitars and a white bass. With an air of coolness, they made it look easy to play with flair and zest, overflowing the small Rickshaw with energy for their first ever Vancouver show.

The band skillfully built and released tension with emotional lyrics and explosively catchy choruses. There wasn’t a still moment on stage. Three guitars played complex solos and fast intricate riffs. Andrew Kyne on the lead guitar was particularly impressive, channeling emotion as though his guitar itself was singing. The vocal style leaned towards punk with its passionate enunciation and emotionality, and adapted to more of a pop style with soft falsettos when the song(s) called for it.

Their sound is versatile, but maintains a consistent character. With elements ranging from dance to alt-rock to pop-punk, they kept the audience moving the entire time. They encouraged us to keep dancing, and even playfully prompted us to “embarrass ourselves.” At one point, they had the audience all crouch low to the ground and jump up on the count of three. For a few songs the pace slowed, and the instrumentation changed. An electric guitar was swapped for an acoustic, a rhythm guitar was swapped for a keyboard, and the drums went quiet. Simplified instrumentation highlighted the lead vocals, which felt raw and vulnerable. During this portion of the set, rhythm guitarist Dallas Molster performed a keyboard solo under a dramatic spotlight. After these songs, they were able to gradually and skillfully bring the energy back up. It came to a peak with “Fever Dream,” during which Walsh picked up the entire mic stand to amplify the audience singing along. At the end of the show, Walsh walked off, and the four musicians remaining on stage played out in a huddle with a bang of energy.

Worry Club, Taylor Acorn and Grayscale each brought an enormously dynamic sound to their first Vancouver show. I have no doubt they will each be rocking much bigger stages the next time they play here. I look forward to many more shows from all three acts.

Written by: Jules Photographed by: Josh Papalia

[artsandstoriesandstuff]

idiot friends who don't realize they're in love with each other until 5 minutes before they're scheduled to leave

[shakohead]

not dead yet, just working on a lil comic for my goofy ass characters

[sw0rds-and-p3ns]

Grayscale / 11/6/21 / The Stone Pony

[spacedoutman]

Archiving this god damn attempt I made of Gene