M.O.D.

The Profile

M.O.D. (Method of Destruction) is an American crossover thrash band formed in 1986 in New York by vocalist Billy Milano after his work with S.O.D. The group is known for fast, aggressive songs and satirical, often provocative lyrics.

Formed in 1986 by Billy Milano; debut album U.S.A. for M.O.D. released in 1987; American crossover thrash rooted in New York’s hardcore/thrash scene; closely connected to S.O.D.

Two DeBaser reviews spotlight M.O.D.’s extremes: the debut U.S.A. for M.O.D. is praised for power, freshness, and genre-defying aggression, with provocative themes. Surfin’ M.O.D. is treated as a goofy, beach-rock detour—fun in spots but deemed largely unnecessary. References to Billy Milano’s S.O.D. ties and the band’s rapid-fire, short songs recur.