The Calgary based four-piece of Downway got together in 1995 after the breakup of S.P.I. and Blind Hate. With their roots in hardcore and pop-punk, the lineup of Dave Jr., Dave Holmes, Isaac, and Ryan respectively took up guitar, bass, drums, and vocals. Hourglass Records immediately released Downway's first album, Downway Is As Downway Does, within four months of their formation. After touring with the likes of the Dayglow Abortions and Diesel Boy, Hourglass followed with the bands' second album Knacknacker in 1998, which was eventually distributed by the Seattle-based 206 Records. Their third album, Never Be Clever Again, followed in late 2000. ~ Mike DaRonco