Rage for Order 1986

Released on July 14, 1986, the Queensrÿche Rage for Order album was a daring leap forward for the band—both sonically and stylistically. Embracing a futuristic, cyber-noir aesthetic, Queensrÿche fused progressive metal with electronic textures, lush keyboards, and intricate vocal harmonies. This bold, theatrical album was ahead of its time, exploring themes such as artificial intelligence, political manipulation, surveillance, and emotional disconnection in an increasingly tech-driven world.

With producer Neil Kernon at the helm, Rage for Order marked a creative turning point, pushing boundaries and setting the stage for the band’s next evolution.

Band Lineup:

Geoff Tate – Vocals, keyboards

Chris DeGarmo – Guitar, backing vocals

Michael Wilton – Guitar, backing vocals

Eddie Jackson – Bass, backing vocals

Scott Rockenfield – Drums, electronic percussion

Track List:

Walk in the Shadows

I Dream in Infrared

The Whisper

Gonna Get Close to You (Lisa Dalbello cover)

The Killing Words

Surgical Strike

Neue Regel

Chemical Youth (We Are Rebellion)

London

Screaming in Digital

I Will Remember

Rage for Order was dark, dramatic, and daring—an album that didn’t just reflect the times, but predicted the future. It’s where Queensrÿche became more than a metal band—they became visionaries.