A Day Away came into existence in the early part of 2005 and hit the ground running. Within a few months of their first show, the band had already recorded and released a self-titled EP and garnered a reputation as one the most exciting bands in the region. By the end of the year, the band was opening for national acts and playing shows across the midwest. Looking to advance themselves as musicians and songwriters, A Day Away began work on what was to become their first full length album: Touch Me, Tease Me, Take Me For Granted.
After 8 months of shows, writing, recording, more shows, more writing, more recording, and more shows, the album was done. TMTMTMFG was released 100% independently on October 6th, 2006 at a packed CD release show in their hometown of Springfield, MO. In the months that followed, the band continued to promote the record, eventually catching the attention of the Japanese record label