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Recorded in an unorthodox environment—a converted Masonic temple—this album became a monumental success, the result of both immense talent and the tension brewing beneath the surface. As they began to enjoy the perks of success, with each member purchasing homes across Los Angeles, they also cultivated emotional distance, a growing disconnect that was exacerbated by their rigorous touring schedule.
Fractured Relationships
During the massive Breakfast in America tour, the bonds that originally united them began to fray. Internal tensions rose, manifesting in physical separations as the band members traveled in different caravans. Reports indicate that disputes over lifestyle preferences, such as the ban on marijuana introduced by Davies, further deepened rifts.