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Overkill - Taking Over - Thrash Metal Album
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Overkill - Taking Over

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Taking Over is the second studio album by New Jersey thrash metal band Overkill, released in 1987. It sharpened the combination of speed metal momentum, aggressive riffing, prominent bass, and Bobby Ellsworth's cutting vocal delivery established on the band's debut. The album helped consolidate Overkill's place in the developing East Coast thrash scene and is intended for listeners seeking direct, high-energy 1980s metal.

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Overkill - Taking Over ranks #38 of 188 in the Thrash Metal Album ranking, behind Vektor - Black Future, ahead of Megadeth - Killing Is My Business... and Business Is Good!.

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How good is Overkill - Taking Over?
Overkill - Taking Over scores 8.22/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Thrash Metal Album category. Highly regarded early Overkill release, tighter songwriting and strong classic-era fan support.
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Is Overkill - Taking Over worth it in 2026?
With a score of 8.22/10, Overkill - Taking Over is highly rated in Thrash Metal Album. See all Thrash Metal Album ranked.

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