Consisting of five stylistically diverse new songs masterfully produced by Shawn Simmons and one remix of a 'Stateside' track by Roy Dean, this disc revels in contrasting sonic environments from track to track. Contributions from longtime associates provide a link between this work and the rest of the discography Patrick Porter - Guitar, Bass, Vocals, Pedal Steel Shawn Simmons Guitar, Keys, Xylophone, Electronic Treatments, General Studio Wizardry Kris Rosentrator - Drums Gabe Nelson - Backing vocal on 'Effortless' Josh Williams - Drums Roy Dean Instrumentation on 'Dead Soldier (Absentee Mix)