Terror Syndrome is the only album by Canadian metal band Terror Syndrome. It was independently released in July 2008 through online distributors. A physical release, with a new track featuring the band's new vocalist Dave Padden, was originally planned for 2009.
Background Canadian drummer Ryan Van Poederooyen, known for his work in experimental metal band God Awakens Petrified and progressive metal group The Devin Townsend Band, first announced plans for a solo project in mid-2004.Sharpe-Young, Garry (2005). New Wave of American Heavy Metal. pp. 116. New Plymouth: Zonda Books Limited. . Over time, his idea grew from a solo project to a complete band."EternityRites" (August 3, 2007). "Interview With Devin Townsend Band Turned Terror Syndrome Drummer Ryan VP." Metal Underground. In late 2006, the band's name and lineup were announced."" (October 3, 2006). Blabbermouth.net. Terror Syndrome's initial lineup consisted of Van Poederooyen alongside God Awakens Petrified vocalist Denton Bramley and Devin Townsend Band members Mike Young and Dave Young.
The band's first album, with music primarily written by Van Poederooyen and lyrics by Van Poederooyen and Bramley, was recorded throughout 2006 and 2007, with a number of guest musicians including Michael Manring, Alex Skolnick, and Devin Townsend."Devin Townsend Band Drummer's Terror Syndrome Project in Mixing Mode" (February 3, 2007). Blabbermouth.net.
Release Terror Syndrome was independently released July 10, 2008 as a digital download."Terror Syndrome – New Album Available as Download Today" (July 10, 2008). Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles. Shortly after the album's release, Bramley departed and was replaced by Annihilator vocalist Dave Padden."Terror Syndrome Joined by Annihilator Frontman " (September 23, 2008). Blabbermouth.net. A physical release of Terror Syndrome, with a new track featuring Padden, was originally planned for 2009."Terror Syndrome Prepares to Enter Studio" (December 23, 2008). Blabbermouth.net.
Track listing All music written by Ryan Van Poederooyen (RVP) except where noted.
Title Music Lyrics Guest musicians Length1. "Stupidity for All" Denton Bramley 4:222. "Thrill Pill" Bramley, RVP 3:553. "When God Was Sober" Bramley 4:234. "For Your Amusement" Bramley 4:105. "Riot of Red" RVP, Bramley Christofer Malmström (guitar) 4:056. "Motionless" RVP, Jay Van Poederooyen RVP 5:057. "Revolving Horror" Bramley, RVP 4:178. "Rusty Trombone" RVP, Dave Young Trevor Dunn (bass), Alex Skolnick (guitar) 6:489. "My Next Victim" Bramley 3:4710. "One Crime Closer to Hell" Bramley, RVP 5:2811. "Disposable Empire" Bramley, RVP Byron Stroud (bass) 3:2012. "Spinning Backwards" RVP, Dave Young Michael Manring (bass), Devin Townsend (guitar) 5:47
Personnel Terror Syndrome Denton Bramley – vocals Ryan Van Poederooyen – drums Dave Young – guitar Mike Young – bass
Guest musicians Trevor Dunn – bass (track 8) Christofer Malmström – guitar (track 5) Michael Manring – bass (track 12) Alex Skolnick – guitar (track 8) Byron Stroud – bass (track 11) Devin Townsend – guitar (track 12)
Production Ryan Van Poederooyen – production Shaun Thingvold – engineering, editing Dave Young – engineering Mike Young – engineering, editing Devin Townsend – engineering, mixing Greg Reely – mastering Rob Stefanson – engineering assistance Bryan Coisne – engineering assistance Jay Van Poederooyen – editing
Design Jos Van Poederooyen – photography
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