October 2011
5 posts
helmerfan43 asked: I honestly hope that you guys never leave me. I understand that every band gets to the point in life where they feel like their time with music is 'up' but I'm in no way prepared for any of you to reach that day. I just hope that you continue to do what makes you happy, whatever that may be. Even if not everyone is happy with the outcome of it.
julie-from-mi asked: I had a feeling you guys might bail on music, on the river people. I hope I'm wrong. I understand wanting a solid family life sometimes, but you guys do say you get bored when not on the road. Please don't leave us, I'll miss you tons!
therochelimit asked: It's great of you to be answering these. It may seem kind of dramatic of us fans, but it's a dream come true to be able to reach our heroes somehow. I have nothing more generic to say than thankyou, for everything, for being this beautiful and passionate inspiration for so many people, we admire and love you. <3 Stoked for the album, just pre-ordered yesterday. :) Love!
rolomcflurry asked: i'm trying to gather up the courage to say everything i need to say, hahaha.
i've been having a really rough last three years of my life, and the major cause is generalized anxiety disorder. you all don't know it, but you've helped me not be afraid. you've helped me become a better person. especially you matthew. after your experience, i've been learning to...
i've been having a really rough last three years of my life, and the major cause is generalized anxiety disorder. you all don't know it, but you've helped me not be afraid. you've helped me become a better person. especially you matthew. after your experience, i've been learning to...
the preamble to wwIII
for the river people, the tourists and townspeople alike… this world war III tour is going to be pinnacle of madina lake.
from them, through us, to you…
in the usa, “house of cards” was intended as a set up single. to introduce the band. did better than expected, so they let it go for a surf. ”here i stand” was the main single they were going to take to...
August 2011
10 posts
rockmonsteer asked: Actually I can't wait for September and for my WWIII! I know that for sure are eager to see the album for sale:) I'm very proud of you. Much love Matt: D
mmmpotatosalad asked: Didn't know your ask box was open! Can I just say your performance at download was beyond amazing. I can't wait to see you in Birmingham in November, you've given me something to live for. :) x
pontimus asked: I've come to the conclusion you should make a dictionary of Matthew Leone. I think you're an incredibly talented writer, but sometimes, honestly, I can't get past the 2nd sentence without my brain exploding a little. And don't worry, that is a compliment! :D
theoncominggentlebreeze asked: It's been five months since you last took a gander at your Tumblr. You're as bad as Nathan! Well, whatever. I just wanted to let you know: you are the reason I'm alive right now and the reason I haven't cut in - well, nearly a year now. I swore to God, the Goddess, Yahweh, the Universe, Allah... anyone who was listening, really, that if you made it out, I'd never cut...
jaeanae asked: Matthew,
I sure hope you're doing well! or you know.. 'better' [i've never liked that word for some reason] well to get to the point this isn't really a question... i haven't seen you since i believeee May '08? whenever you were last in Albany, NY [Valentines, the lovely little whole in the wall]. I took a bit of a trip for VT to see you. Anyways i just...
I sure hope you're doing well! or you know.. 'better' [i've never liked that word for some reason] well to get to the point this isn't really a question... i haven't seen you since i believeee May '08? whenever you were last in Albany, NY [Valentines, the lovely little whole in the wall]. I took a bit of a trip for VT to see you. Anyways i just...
elliotminorgirl asked: hiya matthew my dresden codex ep came this morning and it is signed thank you xxx made me so happy :D hope your rehabilitation is going good and hope your well xxxxxxxx
saywhatsharon asked: What do you think about the books "1984" by George Orwell, "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury, and "Anthem" by Ayn Rand? I've just read them in English class and they've been drawing the most interesting thoughts from my head.
hananahb97 asked: Hey! Just wondering, but would you maybe consider playing in London or Brighton some time in the future? (I've only just got into you guys so I don't know where you've played or not, sorry) Only really because I can't travel all the way up to Manchester or something. I'd love to see you guys live! I would go to your Warped Tour 2011, but it's in Durby... Bummer! :(...
nathan and i have a code word. in a situation when one of us needs to convey a message to the other in front of others, he says it. that way you know either, you should abort whatever direction you were going w whatever you were saying, or change the topic, or the other guy is a guy that we previously knew through something….etc.. it’s a tell. either fold your hand or bet the ranch....
the preamble
jerry i agree, it has been one long strange trip, but you were on acid, i’m on my couch.
you were on stage playing circling riffs with their own sovereignty, that manifested a destiny to the subordination of your cue, while a host of other mind bended onlookers moved their bodies into first time positions, fueled by their adulation for you and the ride you gave em.
mine is long and strange...
January 2011
1 post
stop thinking
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how my entire mantra, life strategy in fact, is to stop thinking. see the conundrum?
nobody knows where thoughts come from, but they are harnessed up in our lids and actually become energy. in essence, they exist, but we’re the ones who reach out, garage one, and give it its physical existence. so it’s our call when selecting one, or a...
December 2010
11 posts
madinahorseshoe asked: Matthew Leone. I am so happy to see you're doing better. It absolutely broke my heart to know that you were hurt. Madina Lake has been one of my favorite bands for over 3 years now, and i really look up to you guys. Your music helped me through a lot, and i'm so incredibly ecstatic to see you're well. I honestly love you guys. :D. I have gotten a better outlook on life from your...
aureore asked: Hello, how do you feel you for the new album? impatient :) ? much love!
I hope you will spend a good Christmas ;)
I hope you will spend a good Christmas ;)
a-wolfingeeksclothing asked: I still can't think of exactly how to say what I want to say to you, but seeing as this is an ask box, I'll ask - do you want to come to New Zealand? It's summer here; you could still have a summer in 2010!
Oh and thank you for existing, you're a legend.
Oh and thank you for existing, you're a legend.
elliotminorgirl asked: hi Matthew was just wondering if all the EPs will be getting converted to signed because i bought one when the signed ones where sold out and i would love a signed one? thanks xxxx keep getting better fast :D love rachel xxxx
a-wolfingeeksclothing asked: What are you proudest of?
obtusedodecahedrons asked: what is the most important thing you will take from the experiences you have encountered over these past few months?
p.s. I am so glad you are back! you really are an inspiration no matter how embarrassing it is to hear someone say that. even if you don't get a chance to reply. i would just be happy to know I told you that.
p.s. I am so glad you are back! you really are an inspiration no matter how embarrassing it is to hear someone say that. even if you don't get a chance to reply. i would just be happy to know I told you that.
littlesammy asked: OMG, so many things i'd like to say! Sorry if I make any writing mistake. I'm brazilian, and my english may not be very good. Or I'm just a bit nervous :P Well, first of all, obviously, get back in shape soon. And, well, thank you for being such an inspiration (you and Madina, in fact) in so many ways. This can't be expressed in words. So, think you've never heard about...
twiggsupertrampppp asked: Matthew- I know you're busy, and get a lot of questions, and might not have time to respond to this, but I just wanted to say I think you're amazing. I'm so happy you're getting better and everything. You're wonderful, and I can't tell you how much you've inspired me.
& I've got a question as well.
I've been having a...
& I've got a question as well.
I've been having a...
seanthain asked: looking forward to get back on the road? at least your in bed during the football season thats the tv sorted :) man utd for the league! get better soon
mikeygig asked: Hey! Glad you are getting better!
Just wondered what kind of films you were into and if you would recommend a few :) Thanks!
Just wondered what kind of films you were into and if you would recommend a few :) Thanks!
November 2010
18 posts
ericaburnstrees-deactivated2011 asked: I'm so glad to hear that you are feeling better. I know you're getting that a lot, but we river people have been sticking by you the whole time.
Do you think you'll do Warped next year? I wanted to see you guys back in May, but then the show was cancelled :[ glad all is good with Mateo and everyone though.
Wish you guys the best and can not wait for Dresden!!
Do you think you'll do Warped next year? I wanted to see you guys back in May, but then the show was cancelled :[ glad all is good with Mateo and everyone though.
Wish you guys the best and can not wait for Dresden!!
adalia3x0h-ipromise asked: Like most posts here, this isn't going to actually be a question, haha. akfdlkasfj I don't really know where to start because there's a lot I want to say. Okay, well, first of all I'm so glad that you're getting better. I know everything's a little different now, but I'm so proud of you for everything that you've been through. I have seen you and the guys...
jamiepham asked: eye patches or peg legs?
warpedmelody asked: Hi Matthew! I'm sure you get a lot of messages on here, so I hope you have the chance to at least read this. I just wanted to say that I'm so happy that you're getting better. It sucks that such a horrible thing had to happen to such a great person. I wish you nothing but the best with your continued recovery. I've been a fan of your band for a long time and I think your music...
janemadinadoe asked: Im glad to see you back so quick! :D
So i hear you guys talking about touring across the pond early next year and all that fun stuff but are you guys doing anything in the great US of A? possibly the KC area?? xoxo, Haley
So i hear you guys talking about touring across the pond early next year and all that fun stuff but are you guys doing anything in the great US of A? possibly the KC area?? xoxo, Haley
thedisappearanceoftash asked: Hey Nightmoves! Amazing to hear you're doing better, especially after this four months of pure uphill climbing. We River People have been with the four of you and your family every step of the way and we're not leaving anytime soon. But hey, the only way out is through the pain, right? :)
So my question for you is, we know what the Dresden Codex is, but what exactly is...
So my question for you is, we know what the Dresden Codex is, but what exactly is...
ricketyjo asked: Hello lovely, hope you're doing ok today. I'm pretty new to Madina, only been with you guys for less than a year, but it feels like much longer.
I'd like to know what's the venue you'd most like to play and why? I'd love to one day see you play the summer season at Somerset House here in London, it's so beautiful.
Much love always,...
I'd like to know what's the venue you'd most like to play and why? I'd love to one day see you play the summer season at Somerset House here in London, it's so beautiful.
Much love always,...
anastasiapak asked: an advice you could give to all of your fans and people in the world?
p.s. i'm glad you are back. speedy recovery to you! much love. xo
p.s. i'm glad you are back. speedy recovery to you! much love. xo
elliotminorgirl asked: hi matthew im glad your getting better. i just want to ask how did you meet mateo and dan and when you get well enough to play gigs will you be playing in newcastle in the uk cos i really want to see you guys and hopefull meet you?
letskickitupanotch asked: When you guys write your songs, does the music come first or do the lyrics or is it all mixed up together? It's something I've always wondered. Good Vibes x
pontimus asked: Ok.. If you could have written any song in the world, what would it be? It's nice to have you back by the way :) x
takebackyoursoul asked: Matthew, you've probably heard this all before but just to let you know once more, we all think you, Nathan, Mateo and Dan are fantastic.
Thank you for being such an inspiration and i will continue to wish you well throughout your recovery
Also thank you for the brilliant show in Middlesbrough, one of the greatest nights in a long time!
♥
Thank you for being such an inspiration and i will continue to wish you well throughout your recovery
Also thank you for the brilliant show in Middlesbrough, one of the greatest nights in a long time!
♥
awkward-g-i-r-l asked: Did you like the cakes that you got at the Kingston show? They had football shirts, dinosaurs and superman on them!
We never got to find out if you liked them
We never got to find out if you liked them
valleyofthelily asked: Hey hey Matthew, how are you traveling buddy? I hear many exciting things have been happening in the Madina family lately with a new addition (welcome to the world Aysa!) I'm VERY excited and eager to hear the Dresden codex in it's entirety, it sounds delicious from what I've heard so far!
Take it easy, get plenty of rest and you'll be ready to hit the road before you...
Take it easy, get plenty of rest and you'll be ready to hit the road before you...
chasingdragonflies asked: Never change who you are. Thanks.
You and the guys have inspired me so much over the years, that it is reflected in everything I do. I have applied for a Music Journalism course because music is now such an essential component in my life. I just wanted to say thanks. Thank you for that, and for helping me discover the passion to start writing again through your story of Madina Lake. And...
You and the guys have inspired me so much over the years, that it is reflected in everything I do. I have applied for a Music Journalism course because music is now such an essential component in my life. I just wanted to say thanks. Thank you for that, and for helping me discover the passion to start writing again through your story of Madina Lake. And...
chasingdragonflies asked: An actual question, what is your favorite way to pass time?
Aaaand, if you had to be any animal, what would you be and why? (:
Aaaand, if you had to be any animal, what would you be and why? (:
tumblrbot asked: WHAT IS YOUR EARLIEST HUMAN MEMORY?
unedited K! interview
In your own words, Matthew, can you tell us what happened?
It was about 1:30am on a very typical summer night for us in Chicago. I was leaving Nathan’s place after doing some work. The area is heavily populated but has a neighborhood feel to it, so it had a distinctly peaceful and quiet vibe that night. As the building’s door closed behind me, I heard a blood curdling scream from a...
August 2010
1 post
matthew to earth, come in earth...
when faced with a situation in which my dome can’t muster the words to match the emotion I’m aiming to convey, historically, i’ve houdini’d the sitch with some good ole fashion humor (generally of the self deprecating variety.) this is the inaugural stumping of said abilities.
as you know, we’re believers in the cosmos. the energy fields on a sub-atomic level that...