Wishing For

The seed that eventually became American-roots band, Payne’s Grey Sky, was planted in the summer of 2007 by high school friends Rich Dymond (bass, guitar) and Jimi Scheffel (vocals, guitar) with Dave Sahloff (drums, percussion) joining the band soon after. In 2021, the band was fortunate to recruit Arnold Richter (keyboard, accordion) and added Betsy Scheffel (backing vocals, harmonies) full time in 2023. Payne’s Grey Sky’s influences are many – From classics like Dylan, The Band, and The Rolling Stones to contemporary acts like The Lumineers, Dawes, and The Avett Brothers. Over the years, Payne’s Grey Sky has lovingly donated their time for local annual fundraising events, including YWCA’s Tunes for Tots, The Rosemary D. Gruner Memorial Bike for Cancer Care, and The Delisio Memorial Golf Tournament benefitting the Special Olympics. Payne’s Grey Sky has played at a number of local venues throughout the Hudson Valley and released their debut CD in June 2015. Since then, Jimi has continued to write new songs that the band performs during their live shows. We have released a single, Wishing For, in 2022 and are putting the finishing touches on our latest single, Shade of Grey. Be on the lookout in late 2024 for its release. Check out the compilation videos below to hear some originals and covers the band performs.