The lineup during the recording consisted of former Taking Back Sunday guitarist and The Color Fred lead vocalist Fred Mascherino, guitarist and vocalist Andy Jackson from Hot Rod Circuit, and drummer Josh Eppard from Coheed and Cambria fame.

Originally called "Initials" the band later changed their name to "Terrible Things" as well as the album title, in addition to the song name.

Lynam frontman Jacob Bunton has recorded the bass and piano on the album as the band didn't have a permanent bassist at the time.

As part of this announcement, two songs were made available for streaming: "Wrap Me Up" through AbsolutePunk and "Lullaby" through Alternative Press.

[6] In late September and early October 2011, the band toured Australia as part of the Soundwave Counter-Revolution festival.