Lync

**Lync** was a short-lived but influential indie rock band from Olympia, Washington, active in the early-to-mid ’90s. Known for their raw, frenetic sound blending post-hardcore energy with lo-fi charm, the trio—fronted by vocalist/guitarist Sam Jayne, with bassist James Bertram and drummer Dave Schneider—became a cult favorite in the Pacific Northwest DIY scene. Their 1994 debut (and only full-length) album, *These Are Not Fall Colors*, released on K Records, captured their scrappy, melodic chaos and remains a touchstone for fans of ’90s underground rock. Tracks like “B” and “Pennies to Save” (from their earlier 7” singles) showcase their knack for balancing dissonant riffs with unexpectedly catchy hooks.

Lync’s discordant yet earnest style quietly inspired later acts like Modest Mouse, and Jayne’s yelpy vocals and off-kilter songwriting left a lasting imprint on the era’s indie ethos. Despite disbanding by 1995, their small but potent discography—including the *Cue Cards* 7”—still resonates with listeners chasing that gritty, pre-internet basement-show vibe. A fleeting project, but a forever mood.

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