Milwaukee-based emo unit Camden was formed in July of 1998 by singer/guitarist William Seidel, guitarist Eric Osterman, bassist Ryan Weber and drummer Brian Zimmerman. After earning a strong local following, the group self-released an eponymous four-song demo, adding a pair of tracks for the record's re-release on the Snapping Turtle imprint. A subsequent 1999 tour yielded the limited EP Fall in an Overcoat, and upon signing to the local Grand Theft Autumn label, Camden resurfaced in the spring of 2000 with their first full-length effort, Reel Time Canvas.
