[Hot Pixel]

Becoming the Archetype is incredible. They seem to get better with each new album release as well. As long as we go down this route: some props are in order for Demon Hunter, As I Lay Dying and Nodes of Ranvier. AILD kind of set the standard for the how 'Metalcore' should sound, so they're a bit unoriginal now.

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Originally Posted by robm321 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I really want to listen to Christian rock, but I have to admit that it tends to all sound like sappy 70s lullabies. As a Christian, I definitely would prefer to listen to deep complex interesting music, but ... I don't understand why they can't get past the simple Barry Manilowesk sound. I guess that appeals to the teen and college crowd, but I have to admit it does nothing for me.... even if I really try to get into it.

Dude. Seriously. I'm psyched to give you: mewithoutYou. Lyrically they are as brilliant as their style of music.

 

[robm321]

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Originally Posted by lmilhan /img/forum/go_quote.gif Awesome! Just start with Theocracy - Mirror Of Souls, and be prepared to have your ***** kicked, and your face melted (in a good way, haha). If you like what you hear, then proceed down the list - I think there is a lot there you may enjoy...

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Originally Posted by Hot Pixel /img/forum/go_quote.gif Dude. Seriously. I'm psyched to give you: mewithoutYou. Lyrically they are as brilliant as their style of music.

Thanks for the suggestions! I've listened a little online and I like what I hear so far

 

[Oggranak]

I'm sure some of it sounds great, but I've always had a problem with music that I find to be pushing a message I don't agree with. As an atheist, I doubt I'd be able to enjoy Christian rock.

 

[Zanth]

So why are you posting in this thread? What you just did is a thread crap which incidentally is against the rules.

It is simple; this thread is about Christian Rock. This is clear from the title of the thread. Obviously those posting recommendations either are Christian or don't mind the Christian overtones.

For future reference to anyone about to post about how they are an atheist and can't stand the Christian message, save those posting in this thread the trouble and just refrain from reading a thread that is obviously counter to your personal ethic.

 

[goober-george]

mewithoutYou
The Chariot
Thrice

 

[ZephyrSapphire]

Disturbed
Underoath
The Almost
Paramore
Blindside
Anberlin
Emery

Oh nuts just check out bands under Tooth & Nail Records

 

[jonathanjong]

Hmm...most of these are hard rock/metal -ish reccos? Darn.

 

[rytheguy]

Some excellent punk and pop rock Christian bands:

Anberlin
Relient K
Family Force 5
The Almost
Capital Lights
FM Static
Hawk Nelson
Stellar Kart
This Beautiful Republic

Of those, Family Force 5 and Capital Lights are my favorites for now.

 

[Doc Sarvis]

Another vote for Neal Morse. Especially Sola Scriptura - one of my all-time favorite progressive albums and obviously "Christian".

 

[Aimless1]

Theocracy (new to me) is a great recommendation. "Laying the Demon to Rest" a bit more metal than I care for personally but well done. "Mirror of Souls" is simply an incredible musical opus. Very entertaining. I'm looking forward to trying some more as well as the other artists recommended.

Great thread!

 

[EagleEyes]

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Originally Posted by Sabrage /img/forum/go_quote.gif How about Christian Ska? I'm not religious myself, but Five Iron Frenzy was great.

If you liked Five Iron Frenzy (I Love them

)
You would like Brave Saint Saturn (same people as FIF) and you would also like the Oc Supertones

 

[EagleEyes]

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Originally Posted by lmilhan /img/forum/go_quote.gif It is absolutely TRAGIC that this thread has made it this far and there hasn't been a single mention of the band "Theocracy".

Thank you so much for posting this, you just showed me a really awesome band

A few Christian bands I would recommend:
Anberlin
Audio Adrenaline
(The)Benjamin Gate
Casting Crowns
Chevelle
David Crowder Band (A great band I first saw at Kingdom Bound)
DC Talk
Decyfer Down
Delirious
Demon Hunter
Eowyn (Discovered Recently)
Five Iron Frenzy
Flyleaf
Jars Of Clay
Kutless
Mary Simon
Neal Morse
Newsboys (Only their older stuff, their new stuff is all the same)
(The) OC Supertones
Paramore
Pillar
Red
Sanctus Real
Skillet
Spock's Beard
Switchfoot
Theocracy
Third Day
Thousand Foot Krutch
Thrice

 

[lmilhan]

I am glad to see that a few people are enjoying Theocracy. There is nothing I would like more than to see that band get the exposure they deserve. They are wonderful musicians, and write great music with very meaningful lyrics.

IMO they rank right up there among the best of the best, Christian or not.

For any metal fan who dismiss Theocracy without even giving them a shot because they are a Christian band - you are doing yourself a great disservice.

 

[lmilhan]

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Originally Posted by Doc Sarvis /img/forum/go_quote.gif Another vote for Neal Morse. Especially Sola Scriptura - one of my all-time favorite progressive albums and obviously "Christian".

x2

Sola Scriptura is pretty mind blowing, especially if you are a prog. rock fan looking for a challenging listen...

 

[3DCadman]

Not specifically Christian, but The Flower Kings reference God and overall positive messages throughout their releases. Good Stuff!