[2] Slowcoaster was formed in November 1999 by guitarist Steven MacDougall, drummer Devon Strang, and bassist Mike LeLievre.

The band performed locally and toured the Maritimes, releasing two EPs, Jody's Garden and Volume II.

[4] Slowcoaster added percussionist Darren Gallop to the lineup in 2002 and released Leaves, with Accidents & Excuses following in 2003.

[5] Steven MacDougall's song "Spanish Bay" placed second in the 16th Annual National Songwriting Competition the same year.

[5] Drummer Devon Strang left the band around this time, with longtime collaborator Brian Talbot replacing him.