Many of these concepts were based on ideas that the band had been discussing for several years.

The band discussed their take of the album on Arista's website in 2000.

The band discussed the musical direction of the new album in an article:

Fanning explaining that the band did not intentionally discuss political issues, saying "we don't try to do anything in particular".

The band has discussed the influence of their lengthy tours upon their music.

Babyface saw one of the interviews in which the band discussed its desire to work with him and contacted the group.

The band has discussed the possibility of new material.

The band have discussed making a new record for some time but never had the opportunity due to many differing work commitments.

While touring by van in the early 1990s, the band was discussing whether to continue driving, or stop at a hotel.

After the completion of the reunion dates, James said the band had not discussed further plans.