TRC were formed in spring 2003 and shortly after their formation they released their much discussed split Demo with fellow new blood band Prowler and instantly became one of the most talked about bands in the London scene the demo is now very hard to find and is also referred to as a joke by the band.
Drawing influences from all over and combining harsh, street influenced Hardcore with strict underground UK Hip Hop and Grime. Their first EP was “North West Kings”. Some comparisons can be made to bands like Krutch, Irate and early E Town Concrete, but despite these comparisons, TRC are considered to have a sound that is strictly their own.
In 2004 TRC self-released ‘North West Kings’ EP and in 2007 released the 10 track album ‘Destroy and Rebuild.’ This release has seen the band grow dramatically and step towards pastures new. The band also had a line up change which included the bands drummer Chris Robson moving to Vocals and recruiting new guitarist Charlie Wilson (formerly from 50 Caliber, Bun Dem Out and The King Blues)
In 2009 TRC released The Revolution Continues E.P five tracks featuring London’s Greatest Love Story and Bastard. The music video for London’s Greatest Love Story became viral and is still one of the bands biggest tracks to date.
In 2010 the band release their single “Go Hard or Go Home” which entered into the itunes alternative chats top 20, Later that year the band did a 4 week UK tour with “Lower Than Atlantis” and then a string of dates with Gallows and Bring Me The Horizon.
2011 they released of their new album, ‘Bright Lights’, which due to a number of line up changes the band consider it their debut. The music video for the lead track “H.A.T.E.R.S” stars their drummer Lasselle Lewis as a traffic warden the rest of the band also had small cameo roles.
In the summer of 2011 TRC appeared at Download Festival, Ghost Festival and Hevy Fest and put on some of there best live performances to date.
In early 2012 their former guitarist Miles Langford re-joined the band as the bass guitarist, How ever this was short lived and the band later recruited former Tides of Virtue and Pay No Respects bassist Oliver Reece.
TRC were nominated as "Best British Band" at the 2012 Metal Hammer Awards this was the first award nomination for the band.
The band then toured the UK with The Acacia Strain and BWP were they recorded the video footage for the single "TEAMUK" many people considered this to be the best song the band has done to date it entered at number 2 on scuzz TVs most requested chat and was played by Dan P Carter, Mike Davis, Ferne Cotton and Zane Lowe on BBC Radio 1 Zane Lowe was the first time TRC had been played on prime time radio. The band also signed a licensing deal with No Sleep Records are are due to release a re-mastered version of their self titled EP with additional tracks of "TEAMUK" and previously unreleased "Heartless"
The band are currently in the writing process of their new record.
Line up -
Chris Robson - Vocals.
Anthony Carroll - Vocals.
Charlie Wilson - Guitar.
Ben Taylor Dingwall - Guitar.
Oliver Reece - Bass.
Lasselle Lewis - Drums.
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Heartless
TRC Lyrics
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so I stick to two,
now I don't mind divivding my time,
as long as you don't try and make it multiply
it's simple mathematics
aquels me trying to smash it
on the road
on some rock 'n roll antics
so don't fall for me
because you're gonna get sidelined
I'm sorry
This could've been something
but don't make me turn heartless
I've got shit to do
so when I'm on the road I can't thing about you
I told you when I met you I'm not looking for love
I got my eyes on the prize
I'm just looking to
...
It's not like you're my ex
see she was the best
and losing her for this
that was a test
so if you wanna do it please come correct
and I never wanna hear neglect
I'm a grown man doing grown man things
before I settle down
I've gotta do my things
if we're to do this thing
let's be clear on one thing
sex
no strings
In this song, TRC describes his romantic behavior as he states that he prefers to be with only two persons instead of three, as he is always on the road and is focused on his career. He advises his partner not to fall for him because he isn't ready for a serious relationship but still willing to have casual sex without any commitment. TRC has set some ground rules for himself and follows them strictly to not get sidetracked. He refuses to get attached to anyone and turn heartless if his rules are not followed. The lyrics suggest that TRC does not want to repeat his mistakes from the past and is not willing to lose the best by getting involved in a relationship.
Overall, the song is about a man who is dedicated to his career and wants to enjoy his life without any burden of relationships. He is honest about his intentions with his partner and wants to keep it casual.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard three is a crowd,
I have heard people say that three is too many, so I have decided to stick to just two.
so I stick to two,
I have made a conscious decision to only be involved with two people.
now I don't mind dividing my time,
I am willing to split my time between two people.
as long as you don't try and make it multiply
I am okay with it remaining just two people and do not want anyone else involved in the situation.
it's simple mathematics
It is a straightforward calculation.
aquels me trying to smash it
Despite the straightforward calculation, I still try to pursue sexual relationships.
on the road
When I'm away from home and on tour.
on some rock 'n roll antics
Engaging in some of the wild and crazy behavior that comes with being a rock star.
and for now that's the rules I'm gonna live by
I have set these rules and they are the ones I will abide by for now.
so don't fall for me
I do not want anyone to develop romantic feelings for me.
because you're gonna get sidelined
If someone does develop romantic feelings for me, they will only be pushed aside.
I'm sorry
I apologize in advance for this situation.
This could've been something
Our relationship could have been more.
but don't make me turn heartless
I do not want you to push me to a state of being cold or cruel.
I've got shit to do
I am busy with many other things.
so when I'm on the road I can't think about you
When I am on tour and performing, I will not have time to focus on you.
I told you when I met you I'm not looking for love
From the beginning, I made it clear that I do not want a romantic relationship.
I got my eyes on the prize
I am focused on achieving my goals and aspirations.
I'm just looking to
My intentions are only to
...
The rest of this line is not provided.
It's not like you're my ex
You are not my ex-partner or former significant other.
see she was the best
My ex-partner was the best in my eyes.
and losing her for this
Ending that previous relationship to enter into my current situation was a real test.
that was a test
It was difficult for me.
so if you wanna do it please come correct
If someone wants to be involved with me, they will need to follow my specific guidelines.
and I never wanna hear neglect
I do not want to feel ignored or neglected in any way.
I'm a grown man doing grown man things
I am an adult and capable of making my own decisions.
before I settle down
Before I decide to enter into a long-term relationship.
I've gotta do my things
I have some things I need to accomplish on my own first.
if we're to do this thing
If I am going to enter into a relationship with someone
let's be clear on one thing
We should have complete understanding on one particular issue.
sex
I am only interested in a sexual relationship without any emotional attachment.
no strings
I do not want any commitments or obligations beyond a sexual relationship.
Contributed by Evelyn T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.