Five Minutes With: Vancouver Shoegaze Band MOVIELAND

MOVIELAND, the brainchild of songwriter Alan D. Boyd, has captivated a devoted following with its immersive soundscapes since its founding in 1991. Vancouver’s 604 Records is excited to announce the recent release of *Then & Now*, a highly anticipated compilation of rare tracks from the cult shoegaze pioneers. The album showcases Movieland’s hallmark fusion of ethereal melodies and introspective, raw lyricism, celebrating the band’s significant contribution to Vancouver’s vibrant music scene during a transformative era. Renowned for their forward-thinking sound, Movieland carved out a distinctive place in the underground music landscape of the early ‘90s, a period that saw bands like Nirvana and Sonic Youth poised to revolutionize the mainstream.

MOVIELAND

Name:

MOVIELAND

Genre:

Alternative, Shoegaze, Indie

Founded:

1991

# of Albums:

1

Latest Album:

Then & Now

Latest Single:

I Relate

Latest Video: 

Favourite musician growing up:

The Byrds

Favourite musician now:

Sault

Guilty pleasure song:

Moon River

Live show ritual:

Don’t Mess Up

Favourite local musician:

Gadfly

EP or LP?

LP

Early bird or night owl?

Night Owl

Road or studio?

Studio

Any shows or albums coming up?

Then & Now on 604 Decades

Where can we follow you?

Instagram | Bandcamp

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Rapid Fire Local Questions:

What is your favourite local restaurant?

The Irish Heather

What is your favourite street in your city and why?

Main Street – Memories of Hockey Riots and Bar Room Brawls.

What is your favourite park in your city and why?

Lighthouse Park is an amazing place to feel in the middle of the wilderness only miles from the city

What is your favourite music venue in your city?

The Commodore – seen so many good shows.

What is your favourite music store in your city?

Zulu Records – always has been.

 

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