"Killing Technology"Album Description:
Voivod's "Killing Technology" stands as a testament to the band's pioneering spirit within the realms of progressive and thrash metal. Released as a 12" vinyl LP album, the first issue of this iconic record holds a special place in the history of Voivod and the broader metal genre.
The year 1982 marked the inception of Voivod in Jonquière, a town nestled in the Saguenay region of Quebec, Canada. The band, comprised of Denis "Snake" Bélanger (vocals), Denis "Piggy" D'Amour (guitar), Jean-Yves "Blacky" Thériault (bass), and Michel "Away" Langevin (drums), quickly garnered attention for their unique blend of speed metal influences, which evolved into a distinctive thrash metal sound.
As Voivod gained recognition in the metal scene, they embarked on a journey of sonic exploration, pushing the boundaries of the genres they embraced. "Killing Technology," released in 1987, marked a pivotal moment in the band's discography. The album showcased Voivod's ability to weave intricate and progressive elements into the aggressive fabric of thrash metal.
The creation of "Killing Technology" was fueled by the band's desire to experiment with their sound while maintaining the raw intensity that characterized their earlier works. Piggy's innovative guitar work, characterized by dissonant chords and unconventional structures, played a central role in shaping the album's sonic landscape. Snake's distinctive vocal delivery, often cryptic and otherworldly, added a layer of intrigue to the lyrical themes explored in the songs.
The album's production reflected the technological advancements of the time, incorporating elements of industrial and sci-fi aesthetics. The cover art, designed by drummer Away, depicted a surreal and dystopian landscape, mirroring the thematic content of the music within.
Voivod's "Killing Technology" found itself embraced by fans and critics alike, solidifying the band's status as trailblazers in the metal genre. The success of the album propelled Voivod to international recognition, and its influence rippled through the metal community, inspiring future generations of musicians.
The first issue of the 12" vinyl LP remains a cherished collector's item for metal enthusiasts. Its scarcity adds to its allure, making it a sought-after piece for those who appreciate the historical significance of Voivod's "Killing Technology."
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Collector Notes:
Voivod is a progressive metal band from Canada. They evolved through an early speed metal phase, through thrash metal. Formed in 1982, they are originally from Jonquière, in the Saguenay region of Quebec.
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Music Genre:
Punk Hardcore Progressive Crossover Thrash Metal
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Album Production Information:
The album: "Killing Technology" was produced by: Harris Johns and Voivod
Harris Johns - Sound Engineer, Producer
Karl-Ulrich Walterbach - (Executive) Producer
Fred Baumgart - Photographer
Additonal notes:
Harris Johns – Producer, sound engineerIf your record has that gritty Berlin-concrete punch, there's a decent chance Johns was behind the glass. Read more... Harris Johns is the Berlin-bred producer/engineer who's been putting steel-toed boots on tape since 1978. I first clock him in the late 70s punk grind, then the early 80s when his Music Lab rooms started spitting out Slime (1983) and Daily Terror (1984). Mid-80s through the early 90s he helped define Teutonic thrash for the Noise Records crowd: Grave Digger and Helloween (1984-85), then Sodom, Kreator, Tankard, Voivod and Exumer (1986-88). He kept the soldering iron hot into the 90s-2000s (Sodom again, 1997-2001), later taking on international metal like Enthroned (2004-07). After a decade at his countryside "Spiderhouse," he reopened Music Lab Berlin in 2007 and ran it until 2016 - still producing and teaching the craft.
Fred Baumgart photographed since the mid-1980's several German Heavy Metal bands, including: Warrant , Ballantinez ,
Kreator
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Rage
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Voivod
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Tankard
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Record Label & Catalognr:
Noise International N 0058
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Media Format:
12" Vinyl Full-Length Stereo Long-Play Gramophone Record
Album weight: 230 gram
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Year and Country:
1987 Made in Germany
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