The 2014 album "Lift a Sail" marked a significant sonic shift for Yellowcard, incorporating more alternative and indie rock influences into their established pop-punk sound. It was their first release after parting ways with long-time label Hopeless Records.
- "Lift a Sail" was produced by Gabe Saporta of Cobra Starship fame. The album charted at number 101 on the Billboard 200. It also reached number 21 on the Top Rock Albums chart and number 6 on the Alternative Albums chart. This was the band's first album released on the label Razor & Tie.
- The album was released on October 7, 2014. It was Yellowcard's ninth studio album. The album was written and recorded over a period of intense personal change for the band members.
- "Lift a Sail" was the first Yellowcard album to feature lead guitarist Josh Portman, who joined the band in 2013. The album was also Yellowcard's final release with bassist Ryan Mendez. He departed the band in 2017.
Yellowcard is a pop-punk band from Jacksonville, Florida, best known for their energetic live shows and violinist integration. In 2014, they were several years into their reunion era, having reformed in 2010 after a hiatus.
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