In a video interview done by Hardtimes.ca on March 11, 2008, drummer Matt Mingus states about the Self-Titled album (prior to recording) quote: "We have a lot more timing on this next album which will include quote on quote, special effects and more time spend on guitars, percussions and vocals."[4] On April 20, 2008[4] Dance Gavin Dance entered the studio to record their self-titled album, which was released on August 19, 2008.[5] The album was SmartPunk.com's "Smartpick of the Month" of August 2008, and the website offered a stream of the entire album from August 17 to August 20.[6][7][8] Two original members, Jonathan Mess and Eric Lodge, have also recently left Dance Gavin Dance. They left the band abruptly after recording the self-titled album. There were no formal announcements from the band citing why Jonathan and Eric left the band. Jonathan Mess is currently attending school and has recently recorded guest vocals for the song "Look Mom I'm on TV" by Mozart Season. Jon Mess also annouced on his twitter than he will be recording a solo project. In Dance Gavin Dance, Will Swan (Guitar) took up screaming duties, and Jason Ellis (formerly of Five Minute Ride) replaced Eric on bass. The band filmed a music video for the song "Me and Zoloft Get Along Just Fine" with Director Robby Starbuck. It was released November 18, 2008. Bassist Jason Ellis recently left the band to finish schooling but is on their new record, "Happiness" and was replaced by Tim Feerick. www.myspace.com/dancegavindance