Andrew came up with the name after hearing police sirens one day at work.
The band originally consisted of all of the above except for Brian, with ex-Fake ID singer Ben Potrykus as the Lead Vocalist and frontman of the band. Alex and Brendan were friends from high school who attended Northeastern University in Boston. There they met Andrew and they began to form a band. Old high school friend Nate, who was attending Southeastern University in Florida, relocated to Springfield, MA to join the band. Ben, who was in high school at the time, was recruited through the internet.
The band released two demos (a total of five songs) during this time period.
After some sort of conflict that may have involved the rest of the band's willingness to look for a relatively large record label, Ben left TREOS to form The Lido Venice, a folk project. At this point, the band met Casey Crescenzo (originally from California) while working at Urban Outfitters and he joined the band.
TREOS wrote a song around this time called Dead Men Tell No Tales about Ben's leaving the band in which he's assumedly accused of abandoning the band. Ben retaliated with a song called Salvo Brio that references the band by name and accuses them of pushing him out of the group.
The band played their first show with Casey on April 20, 2004 and released a 5-track self-titled EP before signing to Triple Crown Records around September.
The band released their first full-length album, Between the Heart and the Synapse in April 2005.
Casey also has a solo side-project called The Dear Hunter. He recently played his first show under the Dear Hunter name with the other members of TREOS backing him up by playing their respective instruments.
They are currently expecting to record a cover for a compilation and an original song for a movie soundtrack. They're also planning to re-release Between the Heart and the Synapse in the near future with a DVD and acoustic versions of several songs.
Vocalist/guitarist/laptop-ist Casey Crescenzo left TREOS in the end of 2006 in order to devote himself fully to his side project, The Dear Hunter. A close friend of the band, Ross, filled in for him on The Twilight Army tour with Circa Survive.
TREOS announced by way of their official website that Brian "The Otter" Southall, original drummer for Boys Night Out, would be their new permanent 5th member. He plays guitar and keyboards, but will not sing.
TREOS' new album, The Earth Sings MI Fa Mi was released on August 7th, 2007.
The group announced their discontinuation via Myspace on March 18th, 2008. The breakup (or indefinite hiatus) was due to Brendan's desire to remain with his wife and newborn child. The rest of the band intends to continue pursuing music somehow.
TREOS announced they are reuniting to play Skatefest 2010, May 8th at The Palladium in Worcester, MA.
Superman
The Receiving End of Sirens Lyrics
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Meeting someone like you
You don't know what it's been like
Meeting someone like you
You look like Jesus on a aeroplane
Ya head's against the window pane
You got opinions but you ain't got news
You turn it on like a leaking tap
And dripping dropping people drop of a hat
You gotta mouth but you ain't got guts
That drunken mouth you should keep it shut
You don't know what it's been like
Meeting someone like you
You don't know what it's been like
Meeting someone like you
Superman on an aeroplane
Sitting next to Lois Lane
You got that woman but you want her gone
So you can sleep with a teenage blonde
You wear a mask wear an armored suit
Can't get to you with the gun I shoot
You play your cards close to your chest because ya
Poker face is a dreary mess
You don't know what it's been like
Meeting someone like you
You don't know what it's been like
Meeting someone like you
You don't know what it's been like
Meeting someone like you
You don't know what it's been like
Meeting someone like you [Repeat: x6]
Meeting someone like ah ah ah aah
Ooh
Superman on an aeroplane
Sitting next to Lois Lane
You got that woman but you want her gone
So you can sleep with a teenage blonde
You turn it on like a leaking tap
And dripping dropping people drop of a hat
You gotta mouth but you ain't got guts
That drunken mouth you should keep it shut
The song "Superman" by The Receiving End of Sirens can be interpreted as a commentary on the dangers of idolizing individuals who appear to be perfect, but are actually flawed and even immoral. The first verse describes the frustration of meeting someone who seems impressive on the surface, but ultimately falls short of expectations. The second verse uses the metaphor of Superman and Lois Lane to highlight the hypocrisy of a man who appears to be a hero but is actually pursuing his own selfish desires. The chorus reinforces the idea that the singer has had a difficult time dealing with this person and their behavior.
The use of Superman as a metaphor is significant because he is a symbol of heroism and morality. However, the song highlights the fact that even those who appear to be heroes can have dark impulses and engage in hurtful behavior. The repeated line "you don't know what it's been like meeting someone like you" emphasizes the confusion and disappointment the singer feels after realizing that someone they admired is not what they appeared to be.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't know what it's been like Meeting someone like you
I've never encountered someone like you before, and I don't think you understand the impact you have on me.
You look like Jesus on a aeroplane Ya head's against the window pane
You have a certain look about you, almost like a religious figure, and you seem lost in your thoughts.
You got opinions but you ain't got news You got good laughs but when it suits you
You have plenty of opinions about things, but you don't always have the facts to back them up. You can be funny, but only when it benefits you.
You turn it on like a leaking tap And dripping dropping people drop of a hat
You can be charming and engaging, but then suddenly turn off just as quickly, leaving people unsure how to react.
You gotta mouth but you ain't got guts That drunken mouth you should keep it shut
You talk a big game, but you don't always have the courage to back it up. And when you're drunk, you can be downright obnoxious.
Superman on an aeroplane Sitting next to Lois Lane
You have a powerful presence, like a superhero, and you seem to have a significant other with you.
You wear a mask wear an armored suit Can't get to you with the gun I shoot
You seem to be hiding behind a facade, like you're protecting yourself from something. And no matter what I do, I can't seem to get through to you.
You play your cards close to your chest because ya Poker face is a dreary mess
You keep your emotions and intentions hidden, and your lack of expression makes it difficult to read you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GRIGGS, JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kristi
Can we bring this back full force in 2020?
Lazy Bear
This is a fucking fantastic song. These guys are by far my favorite band. And I'm pretty sure this is the original and not a cover.
Mat Chavez
Ummmmm no, it's a Stereophonics song. Check out the original. It's different. I actually like this better. You probably will too
Garrett Glasscock
Shit, man, there’s something about high-concept bands like TREOS with this and Coheed with Deranged finding their way onto superhero soundtracks that wakes some shit up in me
burnthebarn911
Yes!!! I have waited for this song.
Nicholas Kreider
Anyone here after they announced their 2020 reunion tour? Got my tickets this morning.
Danny Sexton
Nicholas Kreider hell ya man! Love this song so much. Casey kills it as always
Kidkryptonite
great cover
Derek Dellinger
@TReoS96 They actually got back together last year and wrote Weightless Underwater. Nate Patterson, until recently, played for Black Cards. Andrew Cook plays for A Rocket to the Moon now. Brian Southall played in Isles and Glaciers. Last I checked Brendan was spending a lot of his time focusing on his family and his son and Alex Bars was either doing something with college, bee farming, or both.
SelfBlumpkin
hah. I went to high school with Alex. Talent Show time was always fun with the projects he was involved in.