The band left MCA and signed a new deal with Roadrunner Records in 2001 and released their second album, Blue in the Face, with the song "Imprint" reaching into the top 20 also. McLawhorn was an active member until December 2003, when the band broke up. Following this, he joined Corey Lowery and Will Hunt and they began working on new material, which would later become the band Dark New Day, which also  included Clint Lowery and Brett Hestla.
The band's departure from their previous label led them to sign with Roadrunner Records in 2001. Their second album, "Blue in the Face," was released, featuring a hit song called "Imprint" that reached the top 20. McLawhorn played an active role in the band until they disbanded in December 2003. After their breakup, he joined forces with Corey Lowery and Will Hunt to form Dark New Day, which included Clint Lowery and Brett Hestla.