While the songs "Tiny Hands (Au Revoir)", "Darkstrand (Hibakusha)" and "Wasteland (Vechnost)" had already been included in this EP, the other tracks were previously unreleased.

[1] On July 13, band members also stated that the album is set to be released in fall 2014 through "an artist-friendly record label who is allowing [them] to retain full creative control.

"[11] Giving the album four and a half stars at Jesus Freak Hideout, Scott Fryberger says, "The Night God Slept is an excellent label debut".

[13] Michael Weaver, awarding the album four stars from Jesus Freak Hideout, writes, "The Night God Slept is a strong entry into this year's heavy music pool.

"[13] Indicating in a four and a half star review for Jesus Freak Hideout, Dylan Minson states, "The Night God Slept is a really fun, frantic and intentional record".