The band was then signed by Arista Records, where they would release their debut album, American Made on May 6, 2003.
In support of the album, Wakefield spent many months on the road, touring with bands including the All-American Rejects, Home Grown, Riddlin' Kids, and Reel Big Fish.
The band also recorded a music video for the song, which received airplay mostly on MTV2 and Fuse.
The band also made an uncredited appearance in the Olsen twins movie New York Minute.
The band recorded a cover of the David Bowie song "Suffragette City" for the New York Minute soundtrack.
Also appearing on the album is the song "After School Special" which was co-written with and produced by Butch Walker.
Wakefield announced 20th anniversary reunion show for New Years Eve 2023 at The Rex in Leonardtown, Maryland.