Lifetime broke up following the release of their studio album Jersey's Best Dancers in 1997; they reformed to play at Hellfest in August 2005, though the festival was later cancelled.

[5][6] Their eventual reunion shows were held in January 2006 on the US West Coast, with support from the Loved Ones, followed by an appearance at the South by Southwest music conference.

[7][8][9] On March 28, 2006, it was announced that the band had signed to Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy's label Decaydance, which was an imprint of Fueled By Ramen.

[12] In November 2006, the band released a 7" vinyl single featuring the songs "All Night Long" and "Haircuts and T-Shirts".

[19] An e-card was posted on January 9, 2007, which included "Airport Monday Morning", and the re-recordings of "All Night Long" and "Haircuts and T-Shirts".

Allmusic gave the album 4 stars, stating: "..while the guys may be older and more mature, they're still the same hardcore kids at heart".