In early November 2004 TRANSIENT, the Space Rock project of SHADOWS FALL singer Brian Fair, ex-ARISE guitarist Tim Hayes and ex-OVERCAST guitarist Scott McCooe first announced in January of 2003, issued a three song demo. These tracks were recorded at the band's rehearsal space by Pete Rutcho, guitarist for Massachusetts Thrashers BLISTERED EARTH. Brian Fair played drums and second guitar tracks while McCooe switched roles too, performing as bassist. Kevin Rheault provided drums.