Following the unexpected popularity of the band's cover of Joy Division's "Love Will Tear Us Apart," the band signed to Uni Records, owned by MCA Inc. (now Universal Music). Due to Uni's insistence, Swans leader Michael Gira co-produced the album with bass guitarist Bill Laswell.
Following their unexpected hit cover of Joy Division's "Love Will Tear Us Apart," the band secured a record deal with Uni Records, owned by MCA Inc. (now Universal Music). Due to Uni's influence, Swans leader Michael Gira collaborated with bassist Bill Laswell on co-producing the album.