 The Devil Wears Prada began writing and recording their third album "With Roots Above and Branches Below" after attending 2008's Warped Tour.Prior to recording and production of it, vocalist Mike Hranica stated "Expect a much heavier and more epic record".Keyboardist, James Baney, also announced that their new album would be more mechanical but still containing their same distinct style whereas drummer, Daniel Williams, claimed that the new album would be "crazier and wilder" than their previous albums.