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Christian metal, also known as white metal, Jesus metal or heavenly metal, [2] is heavy metal music distinguished by its Christian-themed song lyrics and the dedication of the band members to Christianity.
- Demon Hunter. 1,285 votes. This powerhouse group expertly blends heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and thought-provoking lyrics about faith and spirituality, earning them a dedicated fan base within the Christian metal scene.
- Theocracy. 729 votes. With their symphonic approach to power metal, this band is a force to be reckoned with in the Christian music world. Their technical skill as musicians is evident in their soaring melodies, intricate guitar work, and operatic vocals.
- Red. 882 votes. Known for their emotionally charged performances, this group's fusion of hard rock and orchestral elements sets them apart from other bands in the genre.
- Disciple. 846 votes. This hard rock outfit has been making waves in the Christian music scene since the '90s with their infectious hooks, energetic live shows, and unapologetic commitment to their faith.
- "Chaos Theory" (War of Ages) War of Ages really, really likes to rock hard. Sure, that can be said about any band on this list from here on out, but War of Ages isn't your typical Christian metal band.
- "Collapsing" (Demon Hunter) I think these guys, having been around eighteen years, can be considered veterans of the genre. To date, the Ryan Clark-led band has unleashed eight studio albums; "Collapsing" is a track off their fifth, The World is a Thorn.
- "False Profit" (I the Breather) The first track off the now-defunct band's second album, Truth and Purpose, "False Profit" would easily top the list if this were a list of favorite songs.
- "Fearless" (For Today) Yet another group that has since disbanded, For Today was incredibly talented; frontman Mattie Montgomery appeared as guest vocals on albums for bands like Fit for a King, For All Eternity, and These Hearts, to name a few.
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- Phinehas. Like several of the bands on this list, Phinehas are signed to the prominent Christian label Solid State Records—a label that almost single-handedly introduced the concept of heavy Christian music since their inception as Tooth & Nail Records in the mid-90s.
- The Devil Wears Prada. From “Hey John, What’s Your Name Again?” to “8:18,” TDWP have never minced words about their faith, which is always at the core of their music.
- Skillet. The Nashville rockers in Skillet are hitting the road with Breaking Benjamin, Underoath and Fight the Fury this March, which is already a strong enough testament to how widely loved they are.
- Underoath. Since the release of their 2018 comeback record, ‘Erase Me,’ faith has been a bit of an issue for the metalcore titans in Underoath. Vocalist Spencer Chamberlain readily admits that the tension between Christianity and his drug addiction was part of the reason Underoath disbanded in the first place.
Mar 1, 2018 · “A timeless slab of gut-wrenching metal, combining the best of technical riffs, progression, speed metal and love of classical music in a way that only these Christian thrash kings can.”
May 30, 2023 · While they still embrace the heaviness of the genre, Christian metal bands typically incorporate more positive and uplifting themes in their music. Similar to secular metal, Christian metal also encompasses various subgenres, including hard rock, metalcore, and punk.
Dec 20, 2020 · The 10 essential post-hardcore albums. William Boyd. Metal isn't all about worshipping the dark lord and painting pentagrams on everything, as these Christian metal albums will prove.
