[4] They eventually began to garner more attention by securing spots in support of post-hardcore bands Funeral for a Friend and We Are the Ocean.

[5] This exposure granted them the opportunity to work with Dan Weller and Justin Hill, from the influential progressive metal band Sikth, as producers.

[9] The EP was not an immediate success, selling only 500 copies in its opening week, but the band continued to push forward with extensive touring.

[11] This greatly raised the band's profile, which in turn lead to opening for Bon Jovi at their residency at The O2 Arena,[8] and Guns N' Roses at that year's Reading Festival.

Nevertheless the blend of heavy riffs and strong melodies are a good combination and Young Guns could have a winning formula.