The band entered a hiatus in January 2005, with members turning to their own separate projects. Keenan rejoined Tool to record what would be 2006’s 10,000 Days , Howerdel began pursuing a solo career, and the rest joined various other touring or sessions recording roles. The band’s fate remained uncertain in the following years. It was referred to as “hiatus or done until further notice” by Howerdel in October 2005, on “life-support” by Keenan in April 2006, and “done for now” by Howerdel in May 2006. Towards the end of 2007, Keenan spoke more optimistically about the band reforming someday, but felt that it would probably be in a more limited capacity – for a tour or a new single release, not another full-length studio album. Keenan explained:
Entering hiatus
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