Backstory:
Drab Year originated in a small, rainy town in the Pacific Northwest, where the constant overcast weather and monotonous routine inspired a unique musical vision. Friends since childhood, the group’s four members – Rose (lead vocals), Knox (guitar), Jasper (bass), and Finch (drums) – found solace in their shared passion for music, deciding to form a band after their high school graduation in 2014. Finding their name in the depiction of their hometown’s drab and year-long rainy season, Drab Year embarked on a musical journey to create something beautiful out of the mundane.

Genre:
Drab Year specializes in what they like to call “Rainy Day Rock”, a fusion of indie rock and alternative pop, with a touch of folk and grunge influences. Their music is characterized by melancholic melodies, introspective lyrics, and a raw, authentic sound that resonates with their listeners’ emotions.

Title: “Paper Boats in Puddles”

Full song lyrics:

(Verse 1)
C#m A
Paper boats in puddles, lost in the rain,
E B
We used to find joy in these simple games.
C#m A
But the rain keeps pouring, streets are a blur,
E B
Our laughter’s now silence, it’s all a gray blur.

(Chorus)
A E
Sailing on dreams, carried by streams,
C#m B
Life was simpler than it now seems.
A E
Paper boats in puddles, life’s gentle riddles,
C#m B
Drifting through days, caught in the middle.

(Verse 2)
C#m A
Shadows grow longer as we grow up,
E B
Our lives are a story, a never-ending cup.
C#m A
Paper boats in puddles, washed down the drain,
E B
Just like our dreams, lost in the rain.

(Chorus)
A E
Sailing on dreams, carried by streams,
C#m B
Life was harder than it once seemed.
A E
Paper boats in puddles, life’s cruel riddles,
C#m B
Drifting through days, caught in the middle.

Favorite Fan:
Their favorite fan is a woman named Ivy. Ivy has been following their journey since their early days and attends every gig she can. In a testimonial, she says, “Drab Year’s music is a lifeline for me. Their songs feel like an old friend, comforting and understanding. Knox’s guitar riffs tug at my heart, Finch’s drums beat like my pulse, Jasper’s bass resonates in my core, and Rose’s voice is a soothing balm for my soul. Their music isn’t just sound; it’s an emotion, an experience, a refuge. It’s as if they’ve put my feelings into words and melodies. That’s why Drab Year is, and will always be, my favorite band.” Their music is not just sound; it’s an emotion, an experience, a refuge. It’s as if they’ve put my feelings into words and melodies. That’s why Drab Year is, and will always be, my favorite band.”