I've Moved Files and Lost Playlist and Other Information

I wanted to move my mp3 music from E:\My Music\Music
to E:\My Music
after some research and not finding complete answers...
I exported my iTunes Library
I backup the .itl files
I made Backup copies of the iTunes folders
I than draged all the artist folder from E:\My Music\Music and...
I put them in E:\My Music
I than tried several of the methods found on the net to make iTunes recognise the new location. However nothing has worked.
I would like to get back my playlist, date imported, files rates etc, so if there is anyone who knows what I should do please advise.
Phil-T

Hi mate,
Just found your unanswered question. I have the exact same problem with my friends computer. Did you find a solution?

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