In Louisville, Kentucky, the band Slint recorded their influential album, Spiderland, in the early 1990s. Breadcrumb Trail features interviews with former band members, friends, and notable figures like Steve Albini and Brian Paulson. The film includes live performances and demos from Slint and other local bands, illustrating the connections within the Louisville music scene. Released in 2014, it offers a look at the creative process behind Spiderland and its impact on the post-rock genre.

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See Slint's live performances and demos.
Meet influential figures like Steve Albini.
Find out about the Louisville music scene.

Did You Know

Breadcrumb Trail was released on March 10, 2014.
The documentary includes appearances by Steve Albini and Ian MacKaye.
Touch and Go released a remastered Spiderland box set on April 15, 2014.
The film has a runtime of 90 minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary Breadcrumb Trail?

Breadcrumb Trail was directed by Lance Bangs.

What is the name of Slint's seminal album featured in the documentary?

The documentary focuses on Slint's album, Spiderland.

When was Breadcrumb Trail released in theaters?

Breadcrumb Trail had a limited theatrical release on March 10, 2014.

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