Midlake
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Midlake is an American folk rock band from Denton, Texas, formed in 1999. The band consists of Eric Pulido, McKenzie Smith, Scott Lee, Eric Nichelson, Jesse Chandler, and Joey McClellan.
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Denton, Texas, United States |
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| Years active | 1999–present |
| Labels | Bella Union, ATO |
| Members | Eric Nichelson McKenzie Smith Eric Pulido Jesse Chandler Joey McClellan Scott Lee |
| Past members | Tim Smith Evan Jacobs Jason Upshaw Paul Alexander |
| Website | midlakeband |
In 2012, vocalist, guitarist and primary songwriter Tim Smith left the band during the recording of its fourth studio album. Following his departure, guitarist and backing vocalist Eric Pulido filled Smith's vacated role, and the band started afresh with its recordings, releasing Antiphon in 2013.
The band first gained popularity[when?] in Europe, signing to Bella Union Records and later playing at festivals such as Les Inrockuptibles, Wintercase, End of the Road and South by Southwest.