Christian Geeks Rockcast

Welcome to the Class of '89 (double meaning intended)! In this episode, Steve selects 10 albums that defined his graduation year. These are his personal favorites from that year, so you'll see how varied Steve's musical tastes were (and still are).  Visit our sponsor, Fox n' Sons Coffee! Get amazing, fresh-roasted coffee delivered to your door! https://www.foxnsons.com/ - use the code GEEKS at che...

This episode we discuss the for "perfect" CCM rock songs. We realize this is a completely subjective measure, but in our minds, these meet our stringent criteria for songs we could listen to over and over. Let us know what you would put on the list!  Visit our SPONSOR, FOX N SONS COFFEE! Get fresh roasted coffee delivered to your door. Go to the website https://www.foxnsons.com/ - put in the code...

This new episode has us discussing The Choir's 1989 release, Wide-Eyed Wonder. With an overarching theme of new fatherhood, this was considered the Choir's "happy record." It's not without its oddities though. We also digress a lot on this episode. Blame it on the pollen. :) Links:  Web: http://geeksrockcast.com/ Merch: https://geeksrockcast.threadless.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/geeksrockc...

We are back! Episode 86 has us breaking down Bloodgood's third album, Rock in a Hard Place. While it has some really heavy moments, this album brought the band more into the melodic AOR category. Even though the band isn't happy with the final mix, it still has some great songwriting and musicianship.  Links:  Web: http://geeksrockcast.com/ Merch: https://geeksrockcast.threadless.com/ IG: https://...

In this last episode of 2025, Steve and Britt discuss their top ten cover songs from the 80s and early 90s. Featuring covers of the Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, and more! Merry Christmas! Links:  www.geeksrockcast.com   Merch: https://geeksrockcast.threadless.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/geeksrockcast FB: https://fb.com/christiangeeksrockcast geeksrockcast@gmail.com  

Join us for a fantastic chat with Luke Easter, best known for his work as the lead singer of the legendary Christian metal band Tourniquet. We discus his time with the band until his departure, his solo album "The Pop Disaster," and the recent ongoing reunion of many Tourniquet members to play live and record again.  Luke's website: https://www.lukeeaster.com/ Luke's music and merch: https://lukee...

We are back with more banter on all things 80s and 90s Christian rock, alternative, and metal. In this episode, we do a deep dive on 1990 debut of Ricke Elias of the future Ragamuffin Band, with Rick's album Rick Elias and the Confessions.  Volz/Schlitt Tshirt: https://geeksrockcast.threadless.com/ The Choir Kickstarter: http://kck.st/47f0088 Jeffrey Kothoff (lo-fidelity) Go Fund Me:   https://gof...

In this episode, we catch up with Les and Joyce Carlsen. We discuss the new album, "Free Will," his beginnings in rock and in the traveling cast of the musical "Hair," where he met Joyce, and of course his time in Bloodgood. It's a great conversation with two legends and pioneers of Christian metal.  Kickstarter for "Free Will":  other links: Web: www.geeksrockcast.com Merch: https://geeksrockcast...

On this episode, we discuss the sophomore album by one of the most controversial albums in Christian music history, 1990s Once Dead by Vengeance Rising. The last album by the classic Vengeance lineup, this one was musically and sonically more mature than their groundbreaking debut.  Volz/Schlitt shirt: https://geeksrockcast.threadless.com/ Les Carlsen song: http://bit.ly/45HP6G9 merch: https://gee...

In this episode, we chatted with drummer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Roraback of Grammatrain, PJ Bostic, Bloodgood, One Bad Pig, Paragon, and more. Our great conversation covered Paul's musical upbringing, his career, his new album, and we even delved into the power of prayer. Check it out! PJ Bostic: https://pjbostic.com/music Grammatrain demo: https://bit.ly/44oS1Ut Grammatrain vinyl: https:/...

On this album, we discuss one of the greatest one hit wonders of Christian rock history, Rage of Angels. This Conneticut-based band sounded like they were straight off the Sunset Strip, but it quickly fell apart when mainstream band Steelheart poached a couple members.  PFR kickstarter: http://kck.st/3TgDLH1 David & the Giants: https://spoti.fi/403p2mG Pyn Siren (Dan's post-ROA band): https://yout...

On this "very special" episode of Christian Geeks Rockcast, we dive into 10 songs that tackle the tough issues of the day--abortion, drunk driving, suicide and more. We hear tunes from Petra, Crumbacher, Barren Cross, Bloodgood, Holy Soldier, AD and more.  Lost Dogs Kickstarter: http://kck.st/3YkEPNb Prayer Chain Kickstarter: http://kck.st/3GDCDKv Links:  www.geeksrockcast.com   Merch: https://gee...

With episode 77, we had to revisit the 77s, and what better album to review than the self-titled 1987 Seventy Sevens. So many 7s! This album, also known as the Island record, was supposed to catapult the band to stardom, but a little band called U2 had other plans.  Lost Dogs Kickstart:  Swirling Eddies:  Other links- www.geeksrockcast.com   Merch: https://geeksrockcast.threadless.com/ FB: https:/...

With the Newsboys in the news lately (no pun intented), we thought we would go back and cover their 1988 debut album with Refuge Records, Read All About It. For this release, they were a young Australian band with completely different members and sound than the one today.  Ric Cua 40th: http://rickcua.com/index.php/store/ Johnny Simmons (GC drummer) GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b01d64b4 Other links...

Back to the metal on episode 75 with thrash metal masters Deliverance with their first, self-titled album from Intense Records (1989). Enjoy the news, rants, and the review of this amazing album.  Swirling Eddies/Adam Again: https://bit.ly/4aPzDWy Jyro LaVilla/La Monde Bear: https://beacons.ai/jlvmzk Aunt Bettys: http://kck.st/4h8S2jt other links:  www.geeksrockcast.com  IG: https://www.instagram....

We kick off 2025 with a breakdown of the classic 1986 album from the Altar Boys, Gut Level Music. One of the first albums released on Frontline Records, it marked a big step forward in sound and maturity for the legendary SoCal band.  Petra concert review:  links: https://www.soundlinkmagazine.com/best-for-last-tour-with-kimber-jake-rager-petra/ www.geeksrockcast.com   IG: https://www.instagram.co...

On our final episode of a great 2024, Steve and Britt discuss the third album from the lengendary band Adam Again, Homeboys. Often overshadowed by their genius next album, Dig, 1990's Homeboys proves to still be an incredible listen even after almost 35 years.  www.geeksrockcast.com   FB: https://fb.com/christiangeeksrockcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/geeksrockcast geeksrockcast@gmail.com  

On episode 72, Steve and Britt break down Shout's debut album, "It Won't Be Long." Ken Tamplin, from the band Joshua, and Idle Cure's Chuck King got together and wrote some great tunes, and they recorded and released them on Frontline records in 1988. We also talk about a lot of news and generally have a great time! Lee Baker "Stone Tiger": https://www.leetbaker.com/ The Choir "Translucent": https...

For this episode, we finally get to Steve's favorite album of all time, the 77s "Sticks and Stones." This album of demos and that didn't make it for one reason or another turned into an amazing collection of material from arguably one of the best rock bands of all time. Enjoy!  77s album kickstarter: http://kck.st/402Wjiy Barren Cross vinyl: https://bit.ly/40qHmag VOL Blister Soul: http://kck.st/3...

We are back after a few weeks off to discuss the incredible debut from PFR, "Pray for Rain." (originally a self-titled album before band name change) We realize that going from Tourniquet to PFR might seem strange, but it's what makes us the GEEKS we are.  Links: geeksrockcast.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/geeksrockcast FB: https://fb.com/christiangeeksrockcast geeksrockcast@gmail.com  

On this episode, we finally get to Tourniquet's 1990 debut album, Stop the Bleeding. Featuring Ted Kirkpatrick (drums), Gary Lenaire (guitar), and Guy Ritter (vocals), this release continued Intense Records' insane string of amazing, groundbreaking Christian metal bands.  Russ Taff Kickstarter: http://kck.st/3M0g56 Galactic Cowboys Kickstarter: https://kck.st/4d2lLZl Harpazo: https://harpazomusic....

Britt and Steve take some time in this episode to chat with multi-instrumentalist, podcaster, and artist Monty Colvin, best known as the bassist for Galactic Cowboys. We discuss everything from his beginning as a bassist for Morgan Cryar all the way up to the kickstarter for a brand new GC album.  GC album kickstarter: https://kck.st/4d2lLZl Monty's art/CDs: https://www.montycolvinart.com/ Monty's...

Sixpence None the Richer formed in Texas in 1993 and released their first full-length album on REX music in 1994, "The Fatherless and the Widow." In this episode we discuss this amazing debut that brought a unique sound to Christian alt rock and set them up for stratospheric success a few years later with the song "Kiss Me."  Web: geeksrockcast.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/geeksrockcast FB: h...

As a follow up to our interview with Ronny Cates in Ep 65, we break down Petra's first album with Ronny, 1988's On Fire! This album contiues the band's move into arena rock that began with "This Means War" and their production relationship with John and Dino Elefante. This era of Petra was their most commercially successful.  Website: http://geeksrockcast.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/geeksro...

For this episode, we sat down with the former bassist for Petra, Ronny Cates. His first album with Petra was 1988's "On Fire!" and he continued with them until "No Doubt" in 1995. Ronny talks about his beginnings with the band, what it was like in studio with the Elefantes, and lots more. Fantastic conversation with a great guy.  Links: Website: http://geeksrockcast.com/ IG: https://www.instagram....