The album was produced by Killswitch Engage guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz, and was their first major release through Metal Blade Records. This was also their first album with drummer Mike Justian and bassist John "Slo" Maggard, replacing Mike Rudberg and Chris "Rover" Rybicki respectively.
Killswitch Engage guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz produced the album, which was their first major release through Metal Blade Records. This marked a new lineup for the band with drummer Mike Justian and bassist John "Slo" Maggard replacing previous members Mike Rudberg and Chris "Rover" Rybicki.