<p>EPISODE 50 of Five At The Door brings you an engaging conversation with Grey, a multi-talented musician involved in a spectrum of projects including Savings, Dog Sees God, Dot Work, and Thursday Marks Fall. Dive into the eclectic world of DIY music as Grey shares their journey from drumming to mastering intricate guitar riffs, exploring the evolution of their sound influenced by prog metal bands like Periphery and Haken.</p>
<p>In this episode, Grey opens up about their self-taught musical journey, starting from a serendipitous encounter with their sister's guitar during the pandemic to becoming an integral part of multiple bands within the DIY scene. Discover how their passion for complex musical styles led them to tackle challenging riffs early on, and how this shaped their unique approach to music.</p>
<p>Listeners will gain insights into the vibrant DIY music scenes of Albuquerque and Phoenix, where Grey highlights the strong community ties and the challenges of gaining recognition in less spotlighted areas. The conversation also touches on the burgeoning interest in DIY music, with Gray expressing optimism about the future of the scene as it continues to grow and gain mainstream attention.</p>
<p>Get ready to hear "Wisteria" by Thursday Marks Fall, a track that showcases Grey's dynamic involvement in the DIY community. This episode is a testament to the passion and dedication that fuels independent musicians to push boundaries and create impactful art.</p>
<p>Here's a taste of the track that captures the essence of Thursday Marks Fall. Tune in:</p>
<p>[Wisteria – Thursday Marks Fall]</p>
<p>Remember, whether you're diving into the complexities of prog metal or embracing the DIY ethos, it's the community and the commitment to your craft that keep the spirit of independent music alive.</p>
<p>Don't miss this episode and join us as we explore the world of Gray and their musical ventures, where every note is a reflection of creativity and every project is a step towards a vibrant future in the music industry.</p>
<p>Show notes penned by your favorite chronicler of the musical journey at Five At The Door.</p>
<p>(00:00) Good morning. I've got a whole list of things I gotta do</p>
<p>(00:45) You started out as a drummer, so that's like, your forte</p>
<p>(02:10) When you started learning guitar, did you have any prior musical experience</p>
<p>(04:58) Some of the best music you listened to last year will carry over into this year</p>
<p>(08:38) I first heard about Savings through Twitter. How did y'all meet?</p>
<p>(13:23) Albuquerque is the only place in New Mexico that has an alive scene</p>
<p>(17:42) I think that El Paso, Albuquerque, Phoenix are not forgettable</p>
<p>(22:21) I get scared sometimes when we're playing with a touring band</p>
<p>(27:36) What do you think is going to happen this year in music</p>
<p>(30:25) Willigan's 365 DIY album is amazing. I think this is like the definitive top 10</p>
<p>(33:45) I had a hard time figuring out when this record started and ended</p>
<p>(35:14) Gray: Happy New Year, man. Thank you so much for having me</p>
![<p>EPISODE 50 of Five At The Door brings you an engaging conversation with Grey, a multi-talented musician involved in a spectrum of projects including Savings, Dog Sees God, Dot Work, and Thursday Marks Fall. Dive into the eclectic world of DIY music as Grey shares their journey from drumming to mastering intricate guitar riffs, exploring the evolution of their sound influenced by prog metal bands like Periphery and Haken.</p>
<p>In this episode, Grey opens up about their self-taught musical journey, starting from a serendipitous encounter with their sister's guitar during the pandemic to becoming an integral part of multiple bands within the DIY scene. Discover how their passion for complex musical styles led them to tackle challenging riffs early on, and how this shaped their unique approach to music.</p>
<p>Listeners will gain insights into the vibrant DIY music scenes of Albuquerque and Phoenix, where Grey highlights the strong community ties and the challenges of gaining recognition in less spotlighted areas. The conversation also touches on the burgeoning interest in DIY music, with Gray expressing optimism about the future of the scene as it continues to grow and gain mainstream attention.</p>
<p>Get ready to hear "Wisteria" by Thursday Marks Fall, a track that showcases Grey's dynamic involvement in the DIY community. This episode is a testament to the passion and dedication that fuels independent musicians to push boundaries and create impactful art.</p>
<p>Here's a taste of the track that captures the essence of Thursday Marks Fall. Tune in:</p>
<p>[Wisteria – Thursday Marks Fall]</p>
<p>Remember, whether you're diving into the complexities of prog metal or embracing the DIY ethos, it's the community and the commitment to your craft that keep the spirit of independent music alive.</p>
<p>Don't miss this episode and join us as we explore the world of Gray and their musical ventures, where every note is a reflection of creativity and every project is a step towards a vibrant future in the music industry.</p>
<p>Show notes penned by your favorite chronicler of the musical journey at Five At The Door.</p>
<p>(00:00) Good morning. I've got a whole list of things I gotta do</p>
<p>(00:45) You started out as a drummer, so that's like, your forte</p>
<p>(02:10) When you started learning guitar, did you have any prior musical experience</p>
<p>(04:58) Some of the best music you listened to last year will carry over into this year</p>
<p>(08:38) I first heard about Savings through Twitter. How did y'all meet?</p>
<p>(13:23) Albuquerque is the only place in New Mexico that has an alive scene</p>
<p>(17:42) I think that El Paso, Albuquerque, Phoenix are not forgettable</p>
<p>(22:21) I get scared sometimes when we're playing with a touring band</p>
<p>(27:36) What do you think is going to happen this year in music</p>
<p>(30:25) Willigan's 365 DIY album is amazing. I think this is like the definitive top 10</p>
<p>(33:45) I had a hard time figuring out when this record started and ended</p>
<p>(35:14) Gray: Happy New Year, man. Thank you so much for having me</p>](https://us-central1-podcastguru-217d6.cloudfunctions.net/gcf_get_image?image_url=https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/41954592/63ebe6cc87361763.png&width=300&height=300&api_key=xqFmUFX5BHLBTA)
