LPCDreissues: Looking forward to the past

Voivod's shift from their classic thrash-metal sound of the early 80s to a more complexly syncopated form of techno-progressive heavy rock revolutionized the perception of HM in the whole 1987 music world. Released that same year, Killing Technology - the third effort of these talented quebecois led by Denis "Snake" Belanger on vocals and featuring axe-hero Denis "Piggy" D'Amour - set the pace for new developments in a genre that was tired of repetition and imploding on itself. It also showed how easy is to subvert the rigid schemes of a genre just by inventive, fantasy and skills. From their incredibly enlightened record 3, this French Canadian quartet gained a steady place in the firmament as true stars of leaded rock.
Track listing - Side A: 1. Killing Technology 2. Overreaction 3. Tornado Side B: 1. Forgotten In Space 2. Ravenous Medicine 3. Order Of The Black Guards 4. This Is Not An Exercise