Bobby Blitz on His Favorite OVERKILL Records, Re-writing 'Scorched' Lyrics & more | Metal Injection

Frank sits down with Bobby Blitz of Overkill to discuss the incredible work ethic of the band, the secret behind keeping their relationship together and interesting, writing lyrics for 20 albums, personal hardships, his favorite Overkill records, how he re-wrote the lyrics for Scorched, why they never left NJ and much more!
00:00 - Reminiscing About Old NY/NJ Shows
02:45 - Why Overkill works hard at releasing new music constantly
06:14 - The secret behind keeping it interesting for the band
07:33 - The challenge of writing lyrics 20 albums deep
10:48 - How young Blitz would feel about Blitz today
13:07 - How his personal hardships and health changed his career
15:00 - Bobby’s most prized Overkill albums
18:00 - Why the band goes back to Colin Richardson each decade
20:38 - Why Scorched took a while to release
22:52 - Why he rewrote the lyrics on the new LP
24:23 - Writing for the next record
24:53- The close relationship between Bobby and DD all the years later
28:36 - Why they have never left NJ
29:40 - Getting into newer bands
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[@wastelander1015]

Ironbound rejuvenated my interest in thrash metal. Its such a strong album from start to finish and the production is stellar. Its my fav Overkill album no doubt. Scorched is great too.

[@ZaneBerry1992]

Yeah ironbound was a rebirth for overkill. That was my first time even hearing of them watching the music video for bring me the night. Went back and purchased every single record in their discography. The stuff from killbox 13 on is thier best stuff

[@kurtdizon5680Cadie]

Damn, sir. 100%. Killer album, to this date it’s my most favorite modern era Overkill album.

[@h.y1855]

Vow I am a 50 year old metal head from iran. Grew up with overkill visited them in W.O.A In Europe back in the days for which i count myself lucky.yep that's how far overkill has reached .one of the most underrated metal band.

[@ozzydoop1473]

Horrorscope is a metal thrash masterpiece IMO

[@thesnapperkeeper]

Blitz is the best.His stories are awesome.He really needs to write a book and narrate the audiobook version 🤘🏻

[@art_vandelay1738]

His voice is unique His live performance is still great And the new album shows how senior metal dudes still kicks asses worldwide (I speak to you - boring Metallica) Underground and below is also one of my favourite album of Overkill I looked on Discogs what Colin Richardson produced in the past and its impressive

[@marynajacobs7538]

He looks good for his age. Most bands go down because of drugs and alcohol. Looks like he takes care of himself. Most big metalbands still going do not do drugs or alcohol anymore. Respect these guys. You are more creative when not under influence. I respect this band. 20 albums. Holy sh.t! God bless you guys.

[@samuelmagnum6047]

The best thrash metal front man. Overkill live are incredible

[@MoSweiti666]

Bobby hasn't aged a bit in 20 years! Dude's a mad man.

[@sydneyhalliwell2513]

This interview gave me so much more respect for him

[@michaellazor5667]

I've been an Overkill fan for 36 years, since I first heard Under The Influence. I've seen them 14 times. Each time, they thrashed hard. Great work ethic.

[@solidsnake7302]

Been listening to Overkill for 13 years now

[@johanrevelid2067]

For me the best albums of Overkill ; Under the influence , Years of Decay and ofc Horrorscope

[@AndrewGrey22]

First two for me. Bobby G and Rat ruled, as musicians. I guess Blitz and D had problems with them.

[@charliep1]

Very good interview as always. Really enjoying Scorched right now.

[@alexgutierrez8305]

The first thing that I notice is this vapor thing. I don't know if he used to be a smoker or not. But we all do respect,you have an incredible voice for that type of music. Don't ruined it with this vapor. We have enough people back tracking now. And I said this with the most respected.

[@ademitchell2251]

Bobby is awesome, love the guy named both my cats after him- Bobby and Blitz.

[@Dissentient01]

Great interview!

[@comaofbowls84]

Excellent interview. I was smiling the whole time. Great questions and great insight from good ‘ol Bobby Blitz.

[@njdevilsforlifewoohoo5533]

I’ve been a fan since the beginning. Love the longevity as much as the music. Overkill is like The Rolling Stones of thrash metal. Hope you guys can be around for many more years. Look forward to the tour as well. 🤘

[@hectorr6299]

"Taking over" is the best for me.

[@artureberlpegorari9378]

Yeah !! Killbox13 is one of the best Overkill albums in my opinion (Devil by the Tail... what a opener !). Scorched is awesome and the production is great, so wise decision to bring Colin back again. Thank you for putting awesome music Bobby ! Stay Heavy ! \m/\m/\m/

[@Rulerkamper]

Frankly, Ironbound was MY favorite until Scorched came out. Man! I'm not against change but always been a late adopter for new music, it always take me months to embrace a new album from my favorite bands. Here is the thing, maybe my hype was low due to what other bands have been throwing out recently, I wasn't even that excited when singles started coming out... But I loved this album since the first time listening to it and that is something I haven't experienced since Ironbound or The Years of Decay. At this moment, I can say without a doubt it's among their top 3 albums, let's see if time makes me keep that thought or if I'm just hyped right now.

[@dylangadwa3119]

I'll never say that Overkill are underappreciated cause it's wrong and to minimize the love of the fans would be dumb. but damn... You just can't give them enough credit when it comes to their contributions. Not just to metal but to music. Seriously. Love em or not, their story is inspiring and it's always an open book. Whether you're a fucking Ska band or a polka band or an everyday shit kicker out there on the Ave... This is how it's done. What more can you say that these guys set out to be like their favorite bands and today, they are right up there with them IMO. After 20 albums and 40 years, you've got the definition of a lifer and it's a beautiful thing.

[@adamtuszynski1907]

What a great interview. Overkill is and will be one of my top bands, forever and always. The keep on delivering the goods! \m/

[@andystandys]

Awesome interview. Bobby is great.

[@WolfOfLosAngeles]

The Years Of Decay best sounding Overkill album amazing riffs and memorable heavy songs. 🤘🏽

[@louderthanlife]

From the Underground and Below is indeed a cohesive album. My favorite from the band's "groove metal" period.

[@bluethunder7391]

The Best Thrash/ Groove metal band out there ,very consistent. Better than Metallica. Great interview.

[@louiscsanko3673]

Blitz For President 2024.🤘🤘

[@robertghanem1424]

Looking good Bobby, love the new c.d.

[@gregburgess4211]

AH FRANK! W.F.O. was my intro Overkill. another reason I love ya!

[@king_kool_iii7014]

I saw Overkill in a small club in Ohio on Grinding Wheel tour, it was nuts. They blew the doors off the place.

[@zapusama67]

Scorhced is such a BAD ASS album!

[@stevebertram2184]

Take nothing away from anthrax but i think overkill should have been in the big 4,,,i only seen overkill live 2 times but always a great show,, bobby you are one of the best front man in the business,,hope to see you and overkill again

[@Sammy-be5dc]

Love the new album

[@skate_stunts7704]

Overkill is one of my favorite bands of all time! They put out insanely great stuff throughout the years. Wish they were more successful. I guess the world is fkng balless.

[@williamburns5190]

Ronnie Lipnicki played drums in my friends brothers band. He was a great drummer even as a kid.

[@MrRictusgrin]

Blitz. Scorched is already ranked #4/20. You just mentioned #s 1- 3. This new material is amazingly good.

[@NEIL-CURCIO]

there is no better “Crunch” in metal than Overkill

[@iddddaduncan]

Years Of Decay FTW

[@rexbrumbelow1550]

Love new album, but loved last one too, and the one before that and the one before that, etc.. great band. Can anyone make out what that pic is above his head? Looks like Bobby with some animal.🤷‍♂️

[@Zeroflykid]

Overkill suppppper!

[@MarcinBudner]

Bobbys fav.i hope is Horrorscope & I HEAR BLACK is my favs from theme...

[@My6091]

Love Blitz. It's great how he sounds just like he sings even when talking.

[@unknownfilmmaker777]

Nice interview. Who is the guy doing the interview? Looks familiar.

[@thevillageyid]

Best laugh in metal.

[@AndrewGrey22]

I wonder what caused them to go from punk roots to more modern dark thrash before 'Feel the Fire'. Ask next time if you can.

[@LETITBURN999]

BOBBYTHAFKNBLITZ!!

[@s.f.morris7331]

took a double take i thought the interviewer was Craig Locciero from Forbidden for a second

[@federicogiordano8305]

Loved the album except the last song🤘🏼Seen Overkill live twice They Kill it live🤘🏼🔥

[@supriyadiadi8148]

Next reaction (VOB) "SABOTAGE" -Beastie BOYS cover VOB BAND HIJABERS 🇮🇩 VOB LIVE at (TAIWAN) PASIWALI FESTIVAL 2022👍

[@supriyadiadi8148]

Next reaction (VOB ( "GOT THE TIME"_ANTHRAX cover VOB BAND HIJABERS 🇮🇩 VOB LIVE at HELLPRINT MONSTER Of NOISE lll DI BANDUNG /& VOB LIVE at ZEEP.KUALA LUMPUR (MALAYSIA)2023👍

[@lfkk4640]

My nieces are already tired of me BLASTING "Scorched" everyday. 🤟🤣

[@peeholio3260]

Colin, why... Colin where... Colin who??? Sheeeiiiiitttt. I'll take Terry Date and TYOD against anything in the genre and most certainly against from the underground and below. I like the killing kind from that time frame

[@leftyme4568]

Overkill lost everything when Gustavson left.

[@warhorse1943]

My first time seeing Overkill. 1988 in salt lake at the speedway cafe. On the Hello from the Gutter tour.