Phenomenal Handclap Band was formed in New York by producer Daniel Collás. Their self-titled debut album was a captivating and highly-regarded concept album that fused disco, psychedelic prog rock, and classic soul. The band took to the road, supporting the likes of Bryan Ferry and Franz Ferdinand, along with notable performances at festivals such as Glastonbury and Wireless, as well as praise from Paul McCartney. A second album was soon recorded, this time in London, followed by critical acclaim and more touring, which while exciting, caused the band to feel like they were stagnating. At this point, they decided it was time for a hiatus, and Collás began to produce other artists like vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Juliet Swango. The two began writing songs which began taking the shape of a full-length