Killing Technology
Voivod · 1984
48 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal
A chaotic fusion of progressive metal and thrash, featuring intricate riffs and dystopian themes that push sonic boundaries.
Top tracks — play these first
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Killing Technology Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's blend of aggression and complexity, featuring rapid tempo shifts and thought-provoking lyrics about technology and society.
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Overreaction — This track highlights Voivod's ability to intertwine heavy riffs with experimental sounds, showcasing their unique identity within the thrash metal landscape.
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Forgotten in Space — With its atmospheric introduction leading into frenetic instrumentation, this track exemplifies the band's signature sci-fi themes while pushing musical boundaries.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Killing Technology showcases innovative compositions and distinct themes, solidifying Voivod's place in metal history.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, often shifting between aggressive thrash sections and melodic interludes.
- The lyrics explore dystopian themes, with each song presenting a narrative that complements the intricate instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like dynamic progression
- sci-fi themed intensity
- engaging in-order listening
- intricate musicianship exploration
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek consistent pacing throughout
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Voivod's reputation in progressive metal and thrash genres.
- Themes
- dystopian technology· sci-fi landscapes· post-apocalyptic aggression
- Career context
- Released in 1984, Killing Technology is Voivod's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the critically acclaimed War and Pain. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the underground metal scene, showcasing a distinct shift towards more complex song structures and lyrical concepts.
Tracklist
- 1 Killing Technology Start here 7:35
- 2 Overreaction 4:46
- 3 Tornado 6:05
- 4 Too Scared to Scream 4:21
- 5 Forgotten in Space 6:12
- 6 Ravenous Medicine 4:24
- 7 Order of the Blackguards 4:29
- 8 This Is Not an Exercise 6:21
- 9 Cockroaches 3:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Master of Puppets
Metallica
Shares complex song structures and dark themes of control and existential angst.
From Mars to Sirius
Gojira
Explores dystopian themes with a blend of progressive elements and aggressive instrumentation.
Images and Words
Dream Theater
Combines intricate musicianship with sci-fi themes, echoing a similar progressive metal ethos.
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