 In the wake of Paul Hester's death, as well as preparations for the release of the live album "Farewell to the World", the band members were drawn together and their friendship was reinvigorated.In 2006, Neil Finn invited bassist Nick Seymour to participate in the recording of his new album and subsequent tour.In the initial phase, various session musicians filled parts, such as studio musician Joey Waronker on drums and British soul singer Beth Rowley provided backup vocals for the song "Transit Lounge."