Terror Syndrome was a Canadian metal band formed by drummer Ryan Van Poederooyen in Vancouver in 2006.

Initially announced as a Van Poederooyen solo project, it grew into a band consisting of Devin Townsend Band members Van Poederooyen, Mike Young, and Dave Young, alongside Annihilator vocalist Dave Padden.

The band's only album, Terror Syndrome,[4] with music primarily written by Van Poederooyen,[2] was recorded throughout 2006 and 2007, with a number of guest musicians including Michael Manring, Alex Skolnick, and Devin Townsend.

[6] Shortly after the album's release, Bramley departed and was replaced by Annihilator vocalist Dave Padden.

[8][9] The band planned a physical release of their debut album in summer 2009, followed by a series of live shows.