 Seth Roberts, the lead vocalist of Watashi Wa, formed a new ensemble called Eager Seas after Watashi Wa's 2004 break-up, but the subsequent album was released under the name Watashi Wa in 2006.Roberts then left Tooth & Nail Records and signed with The Militia Group, with the new ensemble renamed Lakes.Their first show was played at the Cornerstone festival in 2006, where they also sold a limited number (200 copies) of their EP.