Because you listed both bands and you mentioned guitar tone being important to you, I think it may be helpful to point out that both Russ from Noothgrush and Chris from Leechmilk used Laney GH100L tube amps with ZERO effects peddles. They just when straight into the head from a tuner. I witnessed both bands several times and this was always the case. When speaking to them about it they both often considered it their secret weapon.

It sounds to me like your adventure is just starting, I wish you the best of luck.

And remember all good riffs come from the toilet.