The album ended up being a surprise commercial success both in terms of chart performance and sales.
Unfortunately, but because of various reasons the album ended up with a production that became way too polished for the band's taste.
The album was originally due for autumn 2011, but ended up being delayed until July 30, 2012.
The album ended up using only Konietzko's half, along with additional songs.
The album ended up being released on August 11, 2009.
The album ended up only spending 3 weeks on the Billboard 200.
The album ended up being very successful for Shelton and his record label.
The album ended up being a commercial success, with a string of top 40 hits.
The album ended up rushed with the production being thin and muddy.
However, an album that was supposed to be recorded in a few weeks ended up taking four years to complete.