In early 2013, the Clarks announced they were beginning work on their ninth studio album. To help fund production of the album, the band invited their fans to contribute to a crowdfunding campaign on PledgeMusic. The campaign succeeded beyond their expectations, achieving 317% of their desired goal. The group reunited with producer Sean McDonald, whom they had worked with on "Restless Days", at Red Medicine Recording in Swissvale, Pennsylvania. "Feathers & Bones" was released on July 8, 2014 and was the band's first album to be solely released via Clarkhouse Entertainment. The album spawned the regional radio singles "Take Care of You" and "Irene." The album also counted among its recording personnel Noah Minarik, son of drummer Dave Minarik. Following the release of the album, the younger Minarik began regular touring with the band, playing guitar as an unofficial touring member.