 In 2006, both bands released their final albums, The Devin Townsend Band's "Synchestra" charting in three European countries and Strapping Young Lad's "The New Black" climbing to last place on the "Billboard" 200.He also released a third electronica piece, an ambient album called "The Hummer".In 2007, Townsend disbanded both Strapping Young Lad and The Devin Townsend Band to spend more time with his family and less time touring.