[8] The album's name had not yet been decided in late August 2007,[8] but in early November the working title was announced as Turn On the Lights.

[10] Lead singer Matt Hammitt explained that the album's title represents its general theme.

[10] Singer Katie Herzig appeared on the song "Half Our Lives", singing a lead duet with Matt Hammitt.

[10] Guitarist Peter York recorded the distinct guitar riffs for the track "Turn On the Lights".

[10] Sanctus Real guitarist Chris Rohman has said that "Peter 'tore it up' in the studio and it turned out great!