Trouble

Trouble is an American doom metal band from the Chicago area, active since 1979, known for albums such as Psalm 9 and Manic Frustration and for vocalist Eric Wagner.

American doom metal band from the Chicago area; active since 1979. Eric Wagner was the band's singer and authored lyrics (noted in reviews). Psalm 9 (debut, 1984) was labeled "White Metal" by Metal Blade (mentioned in reviews). Manic Frustration (1992) was released on Def American and produced by Rick Rubin (mentioned in reviews); the Manic Frustration review states over 200,000 copies sold worldwide.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Trouble's work across their early and 1992 records. Manic Frustration is highlighted as a groovy, Sabbath‑tinged hard rock album produced by Rick Rubin. Psalm 9 is described as an oppressive, classic 1980s doom record with overtly religious lyrics and standout vocals by Eric Wagner.

For:Fans of doom metal, seventies‑influenced heavy rock, and dramatic, riff‑driven music.