1. Trouble was formed in Chicago, Illinois, the USA in 1979 by vocalist Eric Wagner, guitarists Bruce Franklin and Rick Wartell, bassist Sean McAllister, and drummer Jeff Oly Olson. Drawing deeply from Black Sabbath for inspiration (with occasional nods to the psychedelic sounds of the late '60s thrown in for good measure), the band forged an uncompromising brand of classic metal all their own, made more unique by their gloomy down-tuned riffs and spiritual, often religious lyrics, which quickly earned them the dubious "white metal" tag. The album and song title Run to the Light was thought to be a religious title while it actually came from Eric Wagner watching Poltergeist and writing it down.
The band toured throughout the Midwest during the early '80s before signing with Metal Blade Records and releasing their amazingly mature eponymous debut (later referred to as Psalm 9) in 1984. The equally impressive (and even more depressing) The Skull followed in 1985 and reflected singer Wagner's struggles with substance abuse as well as the growing turmoil within the group. This led to the replacement of bassist McAllister with Ron Holzner and the departure of drummer Olson, who, as legend has it, had decided to become a preacher. Dennis Lesh was drafted as his replacement for 1987's Run to the Light.
A three-year hiatus followed. Luckily, just when it seemed that Trouble's fortunes had run out, the band was snapped up by Rick Rubin's visionary Def American Records for whom they recorded another self-titled album (Trouble) in 1990 with Rubin in the producer's chair. More experimental than previous efforts, the album (featuring new drummer Barry Stern) expanded upon the group's tentative psychedelic notions of the past while abandoning none of their thunderous power chords.
Encouraged by a euphoric response from the media, the revitalized group embarked on a year-long tour, expanded their fan base considerably, and returned to the studio with every intention of making their next album the one that would push them over the edge. Sure enough, 1992's stunning Manic Frustration realized all their creative ambitions, delving even deeper into Beatlesque psychedelia and featuring some of Trouble's most aggressive, energetic performances ever. But when the album still failed to connect with a wider audience (due perhaps to the grunge revolution that made metal a bad word in 1992), it seemed that Trouble had apparently missed their last window of opportunity.
Ultimately dropped by their record company (that by now was experiencing financial problems of their own), the band issued 1995's Plastic Green Head through the Music for Nations label. But despite offering consistently strong songwriting that harkened back to their doom roots, and the return of founding drummer Olson, the album's impact was noticeably dulled by a badly concealed weariness. Vocalist Eric Wagner would quit the band soon after (going on to form Lid). So the band fell apart in 1996.
Though Trouble had been on hiatus ever since, rumours of an eventual re-formation persisted. On January 26th of 2002 the event that all Trouble fans worldwide had waited for finally happened. The band took the stage in Chicago to once again pound the planet with their particular brand of doom. Eric, Bruce, Rick, Ron and original drummer, Jeff Olson took to the stage to perform a short blistering set that announced to the world that they were back. Since then the band has been out and about in the greater Chicagoland area playing local one-off gigs and headlining various metal festivals while working on their upcoming album.
In February 2004, Dave Grohl of Nirvana and Foo Fighters fame put together a tribute to his metal roots by assembling a who's who of metal with his Probot project. The disc featured various vocalists from Dave's favourite metal bands singing on tunes that he recorded the music for. Eric sang on the track "My Tortured Soul". 2005 bass player Ron left the band and was replaced by Chuck Robinson. In 2006, tragedy befell the Trouble camp when former drummer Barry Stern passed away.
A Live DVD called "Trouble - Live in Stockholm", recorded live in Stockholm 2005, was released in 2006. The new album Simple Mind Condition was set to be released in USA and Europe in late February 2007 and part of their back-catalogue were re-released with extra material (live videos, pictures from the period). The new album has begun showing up in online shops and has leaked onto the internet. The rumoured unplugged CD is being released later in 2007 while Trouble have a busy touring schedule in both USA and Europe this year (2007).
In May 2008, it was announced that Eric Wagner has left the band and had been replaced by Kory Clarke of Warrior Soul. Olson also announced his departure from the band two months later to continue with his own band, Retro Grave. Olson's last show was at "The End Club" in Nashville, TN on July 19, 2008. He was replaced by Wet Animal's Mark Lira for the band's upcoming U.S. East Coast tour.
In a September 2008 interview with Rock N Roll Experience, guitarist Rick Wartell mentioned that Trouble has written "eight or nine songs" for their next album, and would begin recording it after touring. When asked which direction is the new music going in, Wartell replied, "I know people have said this a million times and I know you've heard this a million times, but it's pretty fucking heavy, let's put it that way! The music end of it that Bruce and I are writing is getting heavier and heavier…it's getting heavier and then we want Kory to incorporate his style to what we are doing, that's basically all that we really want out of this."
On November 18, 2008, Trouble announced, via their website, that they were in the process of writing songs for an album that would likely be released in the summer of 2009. A live bootleg recording featuring the new line-up was released via the band's website in December 2008.
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2. Earning his nickname from a hard-living lifestyle, Atlanta rapper Trouble signed a record contract just before landing in jail in the late 2000s. Transforming that turmoil into creative inspiration, he issued his debut mixtape, December 17th, in 2011. He released a fresh batch of trap every year until 2018, when he teamed with producer Mike WiLL Made-It for his official studio debut, Edgewood.
In 2008, Trouble (born Mariel Semonte Orr) had just signed a recording contract with Duct Tape Entertainment when he was caught in a home invasion that ended in kidnapping and armed robbery charges. He served his sentence and was released on December 17 , 2010, the date he would use as the title of his debut mixtape, which arrived in 2011. December 17th featured appearances by Waka Flocka Flame and Future and was quickly followed by Green Light. That set included collaborations with Future, Yo Gotti, Gucci Mane, and many more. Without slowing down, he continued with yearly releases, issuing 431 Days in 2012 and The Return of December 17th in 2013.
Continuing his prolific run, Trouble channeled his creative energy into a deluge of mixtapes including All on Me (2014), #ZayDidIt (2015), Skoob Fresh (2015), Skoobzilla (2016), and Year in 2016 (2017). On the side, his 2016 collaboration with fellow Atlanta rapper YFN Lucci, the single Key To The Streets (Feat. Migos & Trouble) reached number 70 on Billboard's Hot 100.
In 2018, Trouble signed with Mike Will's Eardruma label, issuing "Bring It Back" with Drake. That track was the first taste of his official studio debut, Edgewood. Exclusively produced by Mike Will, the high-profile set recruited additional guests the Weeknd, Quavo, Offset, Fetty Wap, and Boosie Badazz. Edgewood also became his first appearance on the Billboard 200. After a relatively quiet year void of a new album, Trouble returned in 2020 with Thug Luv . Home to the hit Quavo collaboration "Popped," the set also featured 2 Chainz, Boosie Badazz, Jeezy, City Girls, and more.
3. Trouble was a one-off blues/jazz band that recorded two songs ("Snake Eyes" and "Mother's Gone") for season 3, episode 5 of David Lynch's TV series "Twin Peaks". The band members were David Lynch's son Riley Lynch (guitar), Alex Zhang Hungtai (Dirty Beaches; saxophone) and Dean Hurley (drums).
4. Trouble was a short-lived rock band from Los Angeles that released one self-titled album in 1977 on United Artists Records. The band members were Rick Failla (vocals), Carey Raymond (guitar), Jim Morris (guitar, keyboards), John Higgerson (bass), and Brian Glascock (drums).
Manic Frustration
Trouble Lyrics
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Instant communication shown - no one knows
Ringing in my ear must be the phone
Pick my brain down to the bone - no one home
[Chorus]
Body touches are so cold
Someone saved her sweet soul
Will you still love me when I`m old
Lifeline says I`m already dead
Open the window above my bed
I've been mislead
Dark crystals turn a shade of blood-red
From my feet to my head
I`m already dead
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Trouble's song "Manic Frustration" are rich in metaphorical language, conveying feelings of confusion, loneliness, and despair. The song seems to describe a person's first trip away from home, perhaps to pursue a dream, but who is struggling with the weight of their own thoughts and the lack of connection to others. The lines "Instant communication shown - no one knows / Ringing in my ear must be the phone / Pick my brain down to the bone - no one home" suggest a sense of alienation and isolation, as if the character is trying to reach out to others but no one is there to listen.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea that the character feels alone and disconnected from others, stating that "Body touches are so cold / Someone saved her sweet soul / Tell me which way the river flows / Will you still love me when I'm old." These lines suggest that physical touch and emotional connection are lacking, and that the character feels lost and unsure about their future.
The second verse continues to explore the character's sense of disconnection and disillusionment, stating that "Lifeline says I'm already dead / Open the window above my bed / I've been mislead / Dark crystals turn a shade of blood-red / From my feet to my head / I'm already dead." These lines suggest that the character feels trapped and hopeless, and that they are struggling to find a way out of the darkness that surrounds them.
Line by Line Meaning
Child's first trip away from home
The feeling of being lost, alone, and uncertain of the future evokes the sensation of a child being away from home for the first time.
Instant communication shown - no one knows
With the rise of technology, people can communicate instantly, yet no one truly knows what's on someone else's mind.
Ringing in my ear must be the phone
The ringing in the ear represents the constant noise and distraction from the outside world, which can hinder inner thoughts and reflection.
Pick my brain down to the bone - no one home
Trying to dig deep and find answers can leave one feeling empty and hopeless, with no clear direction or solution.
[Chorus] Body touches are so cold
The physical touch from others may be present, but the genuine warmth and emotion behind it is lacking.
Someone saved her sweet soul
Despite the hardships and troubles in life, there is still compassion and love that can save and nurture the soul.
Tell me which way the river flows
Life is constantly moving and changing, and sometimes it's hard to determine the direction it's going in.
Will you still love me when I'm old
The fear of being alone and unloved in old age is a natural human concern, wanting to ensure that there will be someone to care for them in their later years.
Lifeline says I'm already dead
The inner turmoil and constant struggle can make someone feel as though they are already dead, with no hope for a better future.
Open the window above my bed
Symbolically representing the desire to let in fresh air and new perspectives, to bring some light into the darkness.
I've been misled
Realizing that the beliefs and ideas previously held may have been wrong, and seeking new truths and interpretations.
Dark crystals turn a shade of blood-red
The darker and more negative parts of life can taint even the most beautiful things, and can feel overwhelming and suffocating.
From my feet to my head
The all-encompassing nature of the struggles, it affects every part of them and their being.
I'm already dead
Reiterating the feeling of hopelessness and despair, where life feels bleak and ultimately hopeless.
[Chorus] Body touches are so cold
Repeating the powerful sentiment that even physical contact cannot fill the emotional void within.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FRANKLIN, WAGNER, WARTELL
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John Gardounis
A buddy of mine gave me their cassette once as a present. Still have it. Awesome band
formula6t6
I LOVE TROUBLE!
Marcin To Masz Budner
Yes yes yes the solo riff is amazing, burns my ears once more off wow... !¡¡!
Jack-a-Lopium
The whole band was amazing on this album... I went to see Cathedral one time in the nineties, and Barry Stern was playing drums for them... the drum track here is phenomenal.
Pretty sure Mike Smail was on drums one other time I saw Cathedral...
UnbrokenCheese
@0:40 "Ringing in my ear must be the phone". Nope, that's just 30 years of listening to metal like this.
harris setiawan
Had the cassette back in 93' till now I'm listening to this album here..never get bored..hello strawberry skies..pleasant dream for a tired lifes..
rolando davila gomez
2:52 Grandeur of the Doom - Psychedelic/Stoner Metal. No doubt .....
lee ving
goddamn I love this song/band
tim9191ful
thanks for posting this.looking for it forever
KujaRC
@tim9191ful you're welcome, man. It's a pleasure to share such great music :)