U.S.A. for M.O.D.

by M.O.D.

Overview

The first offering from S.O.D. (Stormtroopers of Death) vocalist Billy Milano's M.O.D. (Methods of Destruction), U.S.A for M.O.D. follows the S.O.D. formula with precision. The music on this debut is similar to the N.Y. hardcore-influenced metal made famous by Anthrax (with whom M.O.D. had close ties). Milano doesn't seem to be taking things very seriously on this recording (or many others for that matter), which is a good thing, because otherwise his lyrics could be considered insensitive at best. What cannot be excused, however, is the fact that none of Milano's material is particularly funny. So much failed humor could potentially have the effect of fooling some listeners into thinking that songs like "A.I.D.S." and "Imported Society" are earnest attempts at political commentary -- coming from somewhere to the right of Darth Vader. OK, it can be conceded that "Ballad of Dio" isn't bad. But it's only a few seconds long. Besides, how difficult is it to lampoon such an obvious target? ~ Vincent Jeffries

Product Details

Release Date:	08/01/1995
Label:	Megaforce
UPC:	0020286195627

Tracks

1. Aren't You Hungry
2. Get A Real Job
3. I Executioner
4. Don't Feed The Bears
5. Ballad Of Dio
6. Thrash Or Be Thrashed
7. Let Me Out
8. Bubble Butt
9. You're Beat
10. Wushwachateas
11. Man Of Your Dreams
12. That Noise
13. Dead Men/Most/Captain Crunch
14. Jim Gordon
15. Imported Society
16. Spandex Enormity
17. Short Be Sweet
18. Parents
19. Confusion
20. A.I.D.S.
21. Ruptured Nuptuals
22. Ode to Harry
23. Hate Tank

Album Credits

Performance Credits

M.O.D.   Primary Artist
Bill Ballone   Voices,Vocals (Background)
Ken Ballone   Bass
Billy Milano   Vocals,Voices
Scott Ian   Voices,Guitar (Acoustic),Vocals (Background)
Dan Muro   Director
Keith Davis   Drums
Tim McMurtrie   Guitar,Vocals (Background)

Technical Credits

Jon Zazula   Executive Producer
Ron Akiama   Photography
M.O.D.   Composer
Scott Ian   Producer
Alex Perialas   Engineer,Producer
Danny Johnson   Lettering
Anthony Ferrara   Cover Design
Marsha Zazuola   Executive Producer
Marsha Zazula   Executive Producer
Maria Ferrero   Production Coordination
Pat Calello   Artwork,Editing