On September 28, 2010, it was announced bassist Jonathan “Dr. J” Sullivan left the band to pursue his other band, Kid Is Qual. McMahon stated, "Our dear friend, Dr. J, will be moving on to pursue new horizons with his band Kid is Qual. He will be sorely missed by us and the fans who have grown to love him, but we wish him great success on this new journey." Mikey "The Kid" Wagner was later announced as the band's new bassist.