Means (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Headquarters | Regina, Saskatchewan , Canada |
| Products | Music albums, EPs |
Means was a post-hardcore and melodic hardcore group originating from Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada.
History
Established in 2001 under the name Means 2 An End by principal songwriter and lyricist Matt Goud, the band initially formed in Dauphin, Manitoba. In 2003, they moved to Regina and refined their musical direction by incorporating hardcore influences, subsequently shortening their name to Means. Original bassist Blair Roberts departed in 2005 to dedicate time to his family, with Dylan Johnstone of Yorkton’s Statement of Service stepping in as his replacement. The ensemble functioned as a trio until mid-2006 when Todd Wells joined on bass, enabling Johnstone to focus solely on lead vocals.
Throughout this era, Means transitioned towards a metalcore sound inspired by acts such as Shai Hulud and Misery Signals. They embarked on extensive tours throughout Canada and the United States, gaining recognition including a feature in the June 2007 edition of Alternative Press. Their 2007 release, Sending You Strength, was distributed in the US via Facedown Records.
Means wrapped up their journey with farewell concerts in selected cities across Canada and the US, culminating in a sold-out final show at the Riddell Centre at the University of Regina on November 28, 2008. This concluding performance was recorded and shared among close contacts.
Members
- Aaron Friesen – drums (2001–2008)
- Dylan Johnstone – vocals and bass (2005–2006), lead vocals (2006–2008)
- Matt Goud – guitar and clean vocals (2001–2008), lead vocals (2001–2006)
- Todd Wells – bass guitar (2006–2008)
- Blair Roberts – bass guitar and vocals (2001–2005)
Discography
As Means 2 An End
- Soul Soup for the Teenage Chicken LP (Self-released, 2001)
- Demo 2002 (Self-released, 2002)
- "There's Always Right Now" featured on Negatives to Positives compilation (Abednego Records, 2003), produced by Keith Kilps and Cordel Wolski
- Am I Who My Dog Thinks I Am EP (Self-released, 2003)
As Means
- In Red Grace (Lonely Tree Records, 2004)
- More Than Watchmen For The Morning EP (Torque Records, 2005)
- Means & Blind Witness - Split EP (Torque Records, 2007)
- Sending You Strength (Facedown Records, 2007)
- To Keep Me From Sinking (Facedown Records, 2008)
GMA Canada Covenant Awards
- 2006 Hard Music Album of the Year: More Than Watchmen For The Morning
- 2006 Hard Music Song of the Year: "You Will Become"