During that tour, Atavist recorded the track (and demo) "31:38," which would go on to land them an important recording deal with Invada. With a label in tow, Atavist released their first album, Atavist, in 2005, and coupled that that same year with a collaboration with metalgaze duo Nadja. Their second album, Atavist II: Ruined, was released with added support from Profound Lore records, which would allow the band more exposure into North America. Before the proceedings on a follow up could commence, however, founding member Shane Ryan (bass) left the fold, changing the line up of the band to founder Chris Naughton on guitar, ex-Narcosis member Oliver Turner on bass, Matt Bartley on vocals, and ex-Murder of Rosa Luxembourg member Simon Lucas taking on percussive duties. The band had a busy 2008, with a planned second collaboration with Nadja, an EP -- entitled Alchemic Resurrection, and work on Atavist III. ~ Chris True