The Fall of Troy

The Fall of Troy
Fall of Troy in 2007
Background information
Origin	Mukilteo, Washington, U.S.
Genres	Mathcore, math rock, progressive rock, post-hardcore
Years active	2002-2010, 2013-present
Labels	Equal Vision, Lujo
Associated acts	The Hills Have Eyes, The Tribune, The 30 Years War, ...Of Stalwart Fads, The Monday Mornings, Just Like Vinyl, Chineke, Chiodos, Kurt Travis, CHON
Website	thefalloftroy.com
Members	Thomas Erak Tim Ward Andrew Forsman
Past members	Frank Ene

The Fall of Troy is an American post-hardcore band from Mukilteo, Washington. The band is a trio consisting of Thomas Erak (guitars, vocals, keyboards), Andrew Forsman (drums, percussion) and Tim Ward (bass, screamed vocals) who was later replaced by Frank Ene following his departure from the band in late 2007. Ene would remain in the band until their initial break-up in 2010, but Ward rejoined the band in Ene's place for their reunion in 2013.

The trio is known for their technical, intricate style, unorthodox song structures and energetic stage presence. Erak's alternating guitar riffs and rhythmic chord work, paired with unconventional time signatures set the band apart from other post-hardcore bands. They were also known for interchanging clean vocals and harsh screams, which was often split between Erak and Ward, respectively. The group has released five full-length albums, two EPs, and one single. Prior to The Fall of Troy's formation, when each member was about 17 years old, all three founding members were in another group named The 30 Years War, who released two EPs.

In his late freshman year at Kamiak High School, Erak provided vocals and guitar for the band The Tribune. The band recorded one EP but disbanded by mid-2002. Munro and Erak then started a four-piece hardcore band under the name The 30 Years War. The band was rounded out with drummer Andrew Forsman. The group had originally intended a much mellower sound than employed. Erak stayed on guitar and vocals, Munro moved to second guitar, and bass and drums were filled by Tim Ward and Forsman respectively. During the life of The 30 Years War, two EPs were independently released, entitled Martyrs Among the Casualties and Live at the Paradox.