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Taking Over

Overkill · 1987

45 min · 9 tracks · thrash metal

Thrash metal aggression collides with intricate riffs and powerful vocals, creating a relentless sonic assault.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo intensity
  • relentless energy for workouts
  • powerful vocals that energize
  • intricate riffs demand attention
  • sustained listening for focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer soft, mellow sounds
  • seek quick, catchy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 1, 1987, 'Taking Over' was Overkill's third studio album, coming after their breakthrough record 'Feel the Fire'. By this time, they had cemented their place in the thrash metal scene, gaining attention for their dynamic sound and lyrical depth. This album further solidified their reputation, showcasing a maturation in songwriting while retaining the energetic ferocity they were known for.
Stylistic neighbors
Testament· Anthrax· Megadeth

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Deny the Cross 4:43
  • 2 Wrecking Crew 4:32
  • 3 Fear His Name 5:24
  • 4 Use Your Head 4:19
  • 5 Fatal If Swallowed 6:45
  • 6 Powersurge 4:36
  • 7 In Union We Stand 4:26
  • 8 Electro-Violence 3:45
  • 9 Overkill II (The Nightmare Continues) 7:07

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