As the band was producing the Pain Taped Over (Forever) album, Streadwick passed away. His untimely passing startled the band, but the remaining trio managed to release Pain Taped Over (Forever) on Westside in March 1998. Ben Bracken joined the group in late 1998, performing on guitar and electronics. The band soon began to collaborate with Warren Defever of His Name Is Alive. They recorded their next album, 1999's Do What You Must Do, at Defever's home studio. Flashpapr promoted the record by touring with His Name Is Alive, and Ida Pearle joined as second violinist. The band released the New Leaves CD to coincide with their fall 2001 tour. The disc featured live recordings from concerts and radio sessions. After the tour, the band put the finishing touches on its next album. The band's orchestral and reflective sound continued to amaze fans of experimental indie rock. ~ Stephen Cramer, Rovi