Album reviews: Midlake’s long hiatus ends in serious fashion

The Texan folk-rockers’ latest offering is an atmospheric if inconsistent affair

Midlake: the Texas band’s latest album is primarily a lush if serious affair that blends under-ether atmospheres and meditative folk with psychedelic rock and classic pop.
Midlake, For the Sake of Bethel Woods

FOLK/ROCK: Midlake. For the Sake of Bethel Woods (Bella Union)

Eight years away from the eye of a storm is a long time for any band, but when you’re a cultish indie folk/rock act like Midlake there’s a danger that whatever fanbase you once had may have dissipated. Perhaps in an effort to escalate their listenership, the Texas band’s latest album is primarily a lush if serious affair ...