The genre "crossover" was coined from this release.

On April 13, 2010, the album was re-released on vinyl, CD, and digital download as a remastered version with 11 bonus tracks, 6 of which were recorded live at the Ritz in New York City.

The album was remastered by original producer Bill Metoyer.

The album includes the song "Five Year Plan" which has become a staple of their shows ever since On vinyl releases the track "Outro" is not mentioned as a separate song.

It is a separate track only on digital releases.