[1][2] The release was fan-funded through a PledgeMusic campaign and is Manafest's first fully independent album in over a decade.

[6][7][better source needed] On April 19, 2015, Manafest announced a new PledgeMusic campaign for his next full-length, fully independent album, Reborn.

[5][9] The record is to be released in October, 2015[3] with 5% of the money raised by the project going to the Epilepsy Foundation to support awareness for the condition.

[4][10][11] On June 16, Manafest announced that Soul Glow Activatur, former lead singer of Family Force 5, would be featured on the new album for the track "Stick to Your Gunz".

[19] On July 12, Manafest released a brief preview of the song "Army" on YouTube which showcased the total line-up of all the featured artists that will be on Reborn.

[33] When addressing the genre of the album, Manafest stated: "I've always rapped, even on the rock stuff, but I've wanted to do a more hip-hop influenced record for a long time.

"[1][2] The album garnered generally positive to average reviews from multiple professional music sites and critics.

Awarding the album three stars from Jesus Freak Hideout, Kevin Hoskins states, "Reborn is positively focused in its message and most of the beats are decent".

"[35] Carolyn Aldis, indicating in a five star review by Louder Than the Music, recognizes, "Reborn reminds us of all the great things about a new life, without glossing over the tough stuff.