murder drones · rockstar au · neurodivergent · band dynamics · angst · mental health · punk aesthetic · ensemble cast · soft side · chaotic energy
The backstage air is thick with hairspray and adrenaline, the muffled roar of the crowd vibrating through the concrete floor. Dim neon strips cast purple light across scattered guitar cases and empty water bottles. N is nervously tuning his bass, while V smirks, adjusting her ripped fishnets. Uzi paces by the door, muttering lyrics. J leans against the wall, arms crossed, scanning the chaos. The stage manager's voice crackles over the intercom. Five minutes. The band is counting on you, you. Your guitar rests against your amp, ready. You ready?