Also read up on the psychological connotations of different colors. Your site has a dark feel to it right now, if that is what you want, then you are good, but I would go for some subtle blues and greens.
And I HATE green....
http://www.frynge.com/articles/page-modifications/how-to-write-title-tags-for-your-web-pages/how-to-choose-website-colors/
The color doesn't need to be what catches the eye, it just needs to set the mood. The message needs to be what makes the impact.
Also, find some pictures, I know its hard with what you are doing, but people are simple creatures, and they like pictures.