The word ‘grey’ has plenty of negative connotations. Tarmac is grey, the sky is grey, depression is grey, porridge is grey, the mood is very much grey. Despite it being part of their name, ‘grey’ is the last colour you’d use to describe Greyhaven’s new record. Technically, it’s painting from the same palette as their previous work – but something is different. They’re painting with wider brushstrokes. The colours are textured and warm, it’s bright and vivid. It’s a masterpiece of technicolour misery.
Obviously, introductions are important. Leading into a discussion of Greyhaven’s new record by saying it’s great, shapes your opinions about it. It biases your perception. So we need the justification. You need to know what it’s doing so well, and why. So let’s start with the sound. If you haven’t sampled Greyhaven’s previous work, it might be best to describe it as post-hardcore with a side-serving of emo; an intriguing mixture of riffs, yelling and singing. The band are a…
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