Voivod Outer Limits CD

All songs written by members of Voivod, except "The Nile Song" (Roger Waters).

After the disappointing showing of their 1991 album Angel Rat, Voivod took two years to produce a follow-up, 1993's The Outer Limits. And although the band offers several strong compositions, it soon becomes apparent that Voivod had already peaked artistically on their three preceding albums. Perhaps the band's chemistry was knocked off balance by the defection of original bassist Jean-Yves Theriault after Angel Rat's completion. Present is the group's second Pink Floyd cover, the Roger Waters composition "The Nile Song" (they had covered "Astronomy Domine" earlier). The opening track, "Fix My Heart," is one of the album's best, since the band sounds inspired and focused, which isn't the case on some of the album's other material. You'll also find the ambitious track "Jack Luminous" here, which twists and turns for nearly 18 minutes, recalling the days long gone when prog rock ruled the earth (especially Yes, Jethro Tull, etc.). The Outer Limits would also prove to be original vocalist Denis Belanger's last album with the group; he left after the following tour's completion. ~ Greg Prato

Voivod is an influential progressive metal band from Canada. They evolved through an early speed metal phase, through thrash metal, always with a unique sound. 'The Outer Limits' is Voivod's seventh studio album from 1993. This was the last album Voivoid recorded with their vocalist Snake until, exactly 10 years later, they released their self-titled reunion album in 2003. On this album, Voivod mixed various thematic and musical elements with ease, which resulted in their most powerful, diversified, and mature release. This album is a benchmark for Voivod. Includes a cover of Pink Floyd's song, 'The Nile Song.' The booklet features a 3D graphic design, which can be viewed through special 3DG glasses that come along with the CD. The new digipak edition is limited to 2000 copies. Digitally remastered using 24-Bit process, released on a golden disc.

Recorded at Music Grinder Studios, Hollywood, California.

Voivod: Denis Belanger (vocals); Denis d'Amour (guitar, keyboards); Michael Langevin (keyboards, drum).

Personnel: Mark Berry (recorder).

Audio Mixer: Mark Berry.

Voivod: Denis Belanger (vocals, sound effects), Denis D'Amour (guitar, keyboards, sound effects), Michel Langevin (drums, keyboards, sound effects).

Additional personnel: Pierre St. Jean (bass).