The band that made feedback beautiful, broke up bitterly, and somehow resurrected themselves.
During the era of hyper-formulated pop music in the early 1980s, The Dream Syndicate emerged from Los Angeles as a sensation with their gritty, guitar-driven sound that relied heavily on feedback. How Did We Find Ourselves Here? chronicles the band's journey from their early beginnings, through conflicts with former friends, battles with major record labels, and disbandment, to their eventual reunion in 2012. Despite never achieving widespread commercial success, the band maintains a devoted fanbase and commands great respect from musicians around the globe for their significant influence.
Direction
Spoelder lets the band members finish each other's sentences, literally.
Editing
Seamless weaving of archival chaos with present-day reflection.
Sound
The mix respects the noise — this documentary ROCKS.
Director
Emiel Spoelder
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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