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Originally released in 1988, Under the Influence is another confident, if unremarkable Overkill recording. Highlights include the punk-ish "Overkill III (Under the Influence)," as well as trademark pseudo-thrash numbers like "Shred," "Never Say Never," and the minor hit single/video "Hello From the Gutter." One subtle, but very consistent problem with Overkill's brutal riffing sticks out just a little bit more than usual on Under the Influence. That is, the clanky ringing and exaggerated attack of bassist D.D. Verni's instrument. Verni bogs down the group's sound, weakening Overkill's otherwise tight and unified rhythmic signature. As usual, the real problem with Under the Influence is vocalist Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth's overdone vocals. Ellsworth is a singer of rare ability, but his cartoon approach takes Overkill way over the top, eroding the band's technically impressive, musical base. But despite this consistent challenge to their listenability, Overkill still cranks out their own brand of first-class metal on Under the Influence, a record that, while respectable, might only interest the most passionate fans of the band.
© Vincent Jeffries /TiVo
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Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums - Carlo Verni, Composer, Lyricist - Robert Joseph Ellsworth, Composer, Lyricist - Lee J. Kundrat, Composer, Lyricist - Robert Wayne Gustafson, Composer, Lyricist
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums - Carlo Verni, Composer, Lyricist - Robert Joseph Ellsworth, Composer, Lyricist - Robert Wayne Gustafson, Composer, Lyricist
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Alex Perialas, Producer - Overkill, Producer, MainArtist - Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Composer, Lead Vocals - Bobby Gustafson, Composer, Guitar - D.D. Verni, Composer, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals - Jon and Marsha Zazula, ExecutiveProducer - Sid Falck, Drums
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
Album review
Originally released in 1988, Under the Influence is another confident, if unremarkable Overkill recording. Highlights include the punk-ish "Overkill III (Under the Influence)," as well as trademark pseudo-thrash numbers like "Shred," "Never Say Never," and the minor hit single/video "Hello From the Gutter." One subtle, but very consistent problem with Overkill's brutal riffing sticks out just a little bit more than usual on Under the Influence. That is, the clanky ringing and exaggerated attack of bassist D.D. Verni's instrument. Verni bogs down the group's sound, weakening Overkill's otherwise tight and unified rhythmic signature. As usual, the real problem with Under the Influence is vocalist Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth's overdone vocals. Ellsworth is a singer of rare ability, but his cartoon approach takes Overkill way over the top, eroding the band's technically impressive, musical base. But despite this consistent challenge to their listenability, Overkill still cranks out their own brand of first-class metal on Under the Influence, a record that, while respectable, might only interest the most passionate fans of the band.
© Vincent Jeffries /TiVo
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 9 track(s)
- Total length: 00:47:47
- Main artists: Overkill
- Composer: Various Composers
- Label: Atlantic Records
- Genre: Pop/Rock Rock
© 1988 Atlantic Recording and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International INc for the world outside of the United States ℗ 1988 Megaforce Records Inc.
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