MCR5

So, this is sort just me wondering out loud...

Since I have only recently become and MCR fanatic (late August/early September), I was not 'around' per say when their past albums were being recorded and then released. Now, as I understand it, they are in the studio recording what's known now as "MCR5". Does anyone know when they started recording this, and can anyone give me an estimate as to long it will take?

I'm not impatient, and I know that it will probably be QUITE a while before we hear anything about this album, but I have never really been a fan of any band that is still together or recent. I used to only listen to The Beatles and such, so I have no idea what to expect as to how long recording this album will take. How long did it take to record their last albums - not including the time when they weren't in the studio?

If this makes any sense to anyone, and you have maybe some answers for me, please let me know. :) I am prepared to wait as long as it takes for MCR5. And I the meantime, I will enjoy the monthly releases of Conventional Weapons.

Thanks, and have a nice Monday!