About this Event
*Please arrive by event start time as latecomers will not be admitted and refunds will not be offered*
Immerse yourself in MBV's shoegaze-defining classic at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark, celebrating its 35th anniversary. Hear this stunning record played loud in uncompressed audio on our powerful planetarium sound system.
No phones; no talking; no singing; no distractions; just you and the music.
"This sounds great” — Rick Rubin
"A fabulous idea" — Jay Kay, Jamiroquai
"The optimal way to listen to an album" — Max Richter
"This might just be my favourite new thing to do" — Nihal, BBC Radio 5 Live
Ticket includes recycled cotton Pitchblack Playback eye mask for extra darkness.
As recommended by The Guardian, What Hi-Fi?, GQ, Time Out, FT Weekend and BBC 6 Music.
Duration: 52 mins
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Get bundle tickets and enjoy other Pitchblack Playback events on November 5, 2026:
Joni Mitchell 'Hejira' (50th Anniversary)
Immerse yourself in Joni Mitchell's jazz masterpiece at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark, celebrating its 50th anniversary. Hear this stunning record played loud in uncompressed audio on our powerful planetarium sound system.
Solange 'A Seat At The Table' (10th Anniversary)
Immerse yourself in one of the greatest albums of the 21st Century at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark, celebrating its 10th anniversary. Hear this stunning record played loud in uncompressed audio on our powerful planetarium sound system.
Event venue & nearby stays
H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver, Canada
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