Midlake
- Sound Description:
- According to singer Tim Smith, "it's a little more keyboards and a little less electric guitar; not too rowdy, but not too soft; a tinge...
- Recommended:
- The Flaming Lips, Grandaddy
Founded 1999, based in Denton, TX
The Trials of Van Occupanther

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- Artist: Midlake
- Year released: 2006
- Label: Bella Union
- Genre: Alternative / Indie
My Name Is Earl's Jason Lee says, "The Trials of Van Occupanther is now one of the most important modern records I own. In an age of overly-used irony and disconnected nonchalance, this record actually means something, and Midlake should be forever hailed for their unique and genuine approach to music. Simply put, Van Occupanther has backbone, and the fact that you don't feel cheated by it gives one hope that sincerity can still exist within modern alternative music."
Partial track listing
- Roscoe (00:04:49) (MP3 available)

