After the untimely ends of both Skinny Puppy and Goettel, Key continued recording his many side projects, which included Hilt. Sessions with Al Nelson continued in 1996, with three songs recorded as a result.
Following the passing of both Skinny Puppy and Goettel, Key continued to work on his numerous side projects, one of which was Hilt.  He collaborated with Al Nelson again in 1996, recording three tracks during those sessions.