Wrong Way

Zoo Freaks, get ready to crank up the volume as The Zoo Crew spins "Wrong Way" by The Treatment from their killer album Waiting For Good Luck! This track is a high-octane anthem, packed with the band’s signature hard rock swagger. In a 2021 interview with RockSinsCity, vocalist Tom Rampton shared that "Wrong Way" was born from a riff that guitarist Tao Grey had been tinkering with during a late-night jam session. The song’s rebellious vibe, with lyrics about defying expectations, resonated with the band’s ethos of staying true to their roots. Fun fact: the infectious chorus was almost scrapped because the band thought it was "too catchy" for their raw sound, but producer Laurie Mansworth insisted it was a banger. Fans on Instagram have echoed this, with one post calling it “the ultimate road-trip rebellion song!”

Another cool tidbit comes from a Facebook live session where drummer Dhani Mansworth revealed the band recorded the track’s rhythm section in a single take to capture its live energy. The song’s gritty edge was inspired by the band’s love for classic rock acts like AC/DC, which shines through in its hulking riffs. A fan on X once tweeted that "Wrong Way" felt like “a middle finger to anyone telling you how to live,” sparking a thread of fans sharing their own stories of defiance soundtracked by the song. It’s no wonder this track has become a staple in The Treatment’s live sets, often closing their shows with a sweaty, fist-pumping frenzy.

The Treatment kicked off their journey in Cambridge, England, in 2008, when a group of mates decided to channel their love for hard rock into something real. Founded by drummer Dhani Mansworth and guitarist brothers Tagore and Tao Grey, the band started jamming in local pubs, covering classics before crafting their own tunes. According to a bio on their official website, their big break came when they caught the ear of a promoter who booked them to open for Mötley Crüe in 2010. That gig lit a fire, leading to their debut album This Might Hurt in 2011. With influences like Def Leppard and Thin Lizzy, they honed a sound that’s both nostalgic and fresh, earning them spots on tours with KISS and Alice Cooper.

The band’s lineup solidified with vocalist Tom Rampton joining in 2017, bringing a new vocal punch that elevated their sound. Their Facebook page often shares throwback photos of their early days, including one of a 19-year-old Dhani drumming in a dive bar. Fans can dive deeper into the band’s world through the The Treatment Official Fan Group on Facebook, where Zoo Freaks and other diehards swap setlists, bootleg live clips, and stories from gigs. The band’s Instagram is a goldmine for behind-the-scenes content, like Tao Grey tweaking his guitar rig or Rampton hyping up a festival crowd.

For the latest updates, follow The Treatment on X, where they engage with fans, share tour dates, and drop occasional memes about life on the road. While there aren’t many dedicated fan websites, the Frontiers Music shop page for the band is a hub for merch and album details, with fan reviews praising their relentless energy. The Treatment’s story is one of grit, mateship, and a refusal to play by anyone else’s rules—qualities that make "Wrong Way" a perfect anthem for the Zoo Crew and their Freaks to keep the party roaring.