Rock N Metal Faith: A Christian Rock Music podcast

Next in our Stryper album series in The Covering. This album is a tribute to their musical influences, and covers bands and songs that inspired them before their faith. An album that may be controversial in the songs chosen. Join Arin and Kris as they go through the songs and decide if Stryper did them better. Plug It In: Guardian- From Wrong To Right Email: rocknmetal.faith@gmail.com Patreon: www...

Time for our monthly bonus. This time we look at the band Stryper. We talk about them often  enough in the main episodes, they should’ve been part of the bonus ones long ago. Doing it now, though, makes sense as we’re almost up to Second Coming with the Stryper album series, so we also take a look at the two new originals; Bleeding From the Inside and Blackened. Also, in the birthday section, ther...

Join us as we explore the history and music of the Christian metal band Neon Cross, a band with that true 80’s hard sound. We dive into and review their debut album. While Neon Cross were a band with one great album before the 90’s then seemed to be done, their debut retains favorability among  classic metalheads. We wonder if they could have been bigger, with better production. Neon Cross, perfec...

What happened to Guardian after Miracle Mile? The 90’s came along with the rise of Pearl Jam and Soundgarden, and Alice In Chains reshaping the sound of popular music. Today, we dive into how Guardian transitioned from their iconic 80s sound to the grunge wave of the 90s. Join us, as we take a look at the albums Swing Swang Swung, Buzz, and Bottle Rocket. Plug It In: Mr. Weaverface- River of Jorda...

The bonus episode for the month of June features an overview of the band Bride, including their history, albums, and style evolution. Additionally, it highlights the birthdays and anniversaries of various Christian rock and metal artists in the month of June. Email: rocknmetal.faith@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rock N Metal Faith (@rocknmetal_f...

Why do we love Stryper? Join us as we are joined by new friends from the To Hell With The Podcast to explore the history, impact, and favorite moments of Stryper, featuring insights, favorite albums and songs. Discover how this legendary band continues to influence Christian rock and metal, and get personal stories about their music, concerts, and legacy. Email: rocknmetal.faith@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Is Daniel Band an underrated band that should’ve been bigger? A name that may not be on everyone’s lips, Daniel Band holds a special place in the hearts of those who appreciate Christian rock music. As we dive into the essence of this band, we’ll uncover why they deserve more recognition and how their sound has evolved over the years. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a newcomer to their music, jo...

Instead of our usual focus on a band for the bonus episode, this time we’re focusing on a couple of albums by Michael Sweet. We do a quick review of I’m Not You’re Suicide and the new The Master Plan. Also, we give a couple highlights of Michael’s life. For birthdays this month, we have George Ochoa and members of Demon Hunter and Third Day, and a lot of album anniversaries. Email: rocknmetal.fait...

"I want to go out on a high note." "AI is taking over too much in music." In this in-depth interview, Dale Thompson of Bride shares insights into his musical journey, the evolution of his style, and the challenges faced in the music industry. Discover how he navigates change, influences, and the future of his projects. Dale Thompson of Bride shares insights on songwriting, touring, faith, and the...

Is this a blend of old and new for Stryper? Join us as we dive into their seventh studio album Murder By Pride, a follow up to Reborn. We discuss its musical style, lyrical themes, and the band's evolution. We also cover recent news, new music releases, and insights into the band's history and future plans. Plug It In: Payton Parrish- Word of God Email: rocknmetal.faith@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

It's April, time for this month’s bonus episode. This time our feature band is the legendary Rez Band, as we do a quick overview and album highlights. Also, I came across the answer to a question about Rez that I’ve had for a while. Plus, as with each month’s bonus, we get into birthdays. Notable birthdays include Jamie Rowe, John Cooper, Wendi Kaiser, George Ochoa, and others. Email: rocknmetal.f...

With this being the first episode in April, Arin and Kris decided they would celebrate Easter with songs that have Cross in the title. The only requirement was that it had cross in the title and it had to rock. We'll see if Kris can follow the rules. We have made a list of songs from all styles of Christian rock and heavy metal, as we talk about why we picked these songs and what makes them good....

“I still don’t know why we’re doing this.” What we are doing is starting a new series about 80’s bands that made albums in the 90’s. We are starting off with Holy Soldier’s Promise Man. After a great debut for the 80’s hair metal enthusiasts and a strong follow up with Last Train, Holy Soldier found themselves in the mid 90’s with a new singer. Promise Man is released and is a shock to fans, as it...

It's March and time for another bonus episode highlighting this month’s birthdays. This month, we are doing our short monthly feature on legendary band Petra, one of the pioneers in Christian rock. This is just a quick highlight covering a couple of key line ups and essential albums from Petra.   Email: rocknmetal.faith@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

“I don’t know if I’m pronouncing the name right. I used to get into arguments over how the name is pronounced.” Canadian Christian rockers Siloam is featured in this episode with their debut, Sweet Destiny. This band was started due to the drummer’s incredible testimony and that is reflected in some of the songs. Have a listen and discover what we like and didn’t like about this album. This episod...

“I wish I had better quality gear.” We welcome once again, guitarist Rex Carroll of White Cross. This time, he discusses the early days of the band, the challenges and frustrations faced during the recording of their debut album, and the impact it had on the Christian rock scene. Rex shares insights into his collaboration with Kenny Tamplin, the recording process, and the music industry dynamics,...

Time for the February bonus episode. This month, the band being covered is Barren Cross. I’ll get into a brief history, line-up, and key songs to check out. After that, it's time to look at the birthdays. Notable birthdays include members from Petra, Narnia and Skillet. February seems to be a somber month, as there are quite a few death anniversaries, including members of Mortification and Sacred...

Is Narnia, a Christian Yngwie Malmsteen? Even Yngwie thinks they sound a little like him. We go through the wardrobe to explore the music of the Swedish neo-classical band, Narina. We discuss the band's history, musical style, unique sound, and influences. Also, Arin and Kris get into their favorite songs from Narnia's rich discography. Have a listen and find out if Kris has actually listened to N...

Music's personal, right? Michael Sweet's voice is iconic. It’s time to talk Stryper again, as we’re up to Reborn for our Stryper album reviews. This time we thought it would be fun to compare it to the updated and redone version; Reborn Again by Michael Sweet. We are also joined by Lee Haley of One Bad Pig. First, Lee shares his journey with One Bad Pig and then reflects on the lasting legacy of S...

Holy Soldier’s debut is a defining work of Christian Metal. In this episode, Arin Hancock and Kris Plamondon delve into the legacy of Christian metal band Holy Soldier, focusing on their first two albums. Both albums were produced by David Zaffirro, from their debut pop metal masterpiece to their sort of subdued bluesy Last Train, and both set standards in the scene. While Holy Soldier had problem...

This is a bonus episode format for the podcast. Every month we publish a bonus episode Highlighting birthdays in the Christian rock and metal scene for that month. This time, we've also started a new feature where we do a short feature on a band. this is just a quick overview. This month we do a quick highlight on the Christian  band Allies. January's birthdays include members from Vengeance, Petr...

New Music Highlights: Behold the Beloved. It’s the end of the year. Time for a look back and year in review, as we do the best of the year episode. Arin Hancock and Kris Plamondon discuss the results of a Stryper poll, review their favorite songs and albums from the past year,  while highlighting new music releases and rank their top albums of the year, including works by Behold the Beloved, Under...

Its December, time for a quick bonus episode to run through this month's birthdays in the Christian rock and metal scene. We have birthdays from Bride, Demon Hunter, Leviticus, Petra, Skillet and others. Email: rocknmetal.faith@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rock N Metal Faith (@rocknmetal_faith) • Instagram photos and videos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

X-Sinner's influence in the Christian rock scene is significant. With a new album for X-Sinner, Going Out With a Bang! about to be released, Arin Rockman Hancock and Kris Plamondon dive into the music of X-Sinner, giving an overview of their three albums, discussing their favorite songs, and the band's history. They explore the evolution of X-Sinner's sound through their albums 'Get It', 'Peace Tr...

The formation of One Bad Pig was a blend of humor and serious ministry. Join us for part 2 and the conclusion of our conversation with Carey Kosher Womack, the lead vocalist and screamer for One Bad Pig. Carey shares his journey of faith and the formation of the band, as well as, their early performances, including a pivotal moment at the Labor Day Christian Music Festival, and the unique collabor...