Taylooo

Firstly, I created a reddit account just to post here today. Midlake has been my favorite band since I was introduced to TVO 5 years ago.

Your music has been so influential to me not only in my cretive endeavors, but it has honestly helped me through many difficult periods of my life. I'm sure that artists hear that frequently, but so many afternoons spent in my late teenage years I would turn to your music to calm my severe anxiety. I cannot thank you enough for being there for me through your music. I'm sure like many fans of your music, "Chasing after Deer" holds an incredible place in my heart.

I love your new album, and the new sound that the change in lineup has created. I'm trying not to fangirl out too much, so I'll keep my questions to a minimum.

1. How has it been adjusting to the changed lineup? I, like many other of your fans are really enjoying it.

2. Are there any plans to release the previously recorded songs with Tim? Would there be sticky legal issues regarding that? (Also, I reckon it must have been a daunting challenge to start from scratch!)

3. I know that you guys are trained as Jazz musicians. Do you think that had a big part in the genesis of the "Midlake sound"?

Honestly, without sounding sappy, cry-y or lame, Just thank you so much for making music. My life is so much better having it, and you guys have done so much for a 20-something girl that you've never met than you could ever know. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, thank you, thank you.

I am so happy that you saw my message and replied, honestly made my day. I think Eric has done an outstanding job, and I hope you continue to make music for as long as I have working ears. Tremendous thanks and gratitude! :)

Edit: spelling