in memory of TROUBLE drummer Barry Stern (1960-2005)

Barry Stern (January 24, 1960 - April 1, 2005)

I know Barry's drumming from his most notable work with the American doom metal legends Trouble. He was with them for their classic of classics self-titled album (Trouble, 1990) and the follow-up, Manic Frustration (1992). Before his time with Trouble, The Metal Archives shows that Barry was a founding member of the Chicago thrash/speed metal band Zoetrope. He was a rare talent who handled both drums and lead vocals simultaneously for much of their career. He appeared on their two 1980s albums, Amnesty and A Life of Crime, before briefly returning to the band in the mid-90s. In addition to these main bands, Barry contributed his talents to several other notable projects throughout his career: Septic Tank, Debris Inc., Cathedral (performing as a live session drummer), and D-Connect.

TROUBLE - All Is Forgiven (from 1990 album Trouble)

"We've been waiting for so long. Just like praying for rain. The Lord has remembered me. Mother feels no more pain. Every time I see your face. It reminds me of my past. To think one of my dreams. Has come true at last. My love, time goes on. All is forgiven love, as time moves on and on. All is forgiven yeah, forgiven."