Song Of the Day - CLIV - Top 7 Christian Metal bands of the 80’s

Though they have split up a few years ago, Rez Band (aka Resurrection Band) have probably the greatest legacy and are the most respected outfit among fellow Christian Metal bands. The are many reasons for this: not only are they the true forefathers of Christian Hard Rock, able to keep a stable member roster throughout their 30 years career but their commitment to living a humble life away from the spotlights has proven an inspiration to many to this day.

Having formed way back in 1972 in a commune named "Jesus People USA" located in Chicago, Rez have always tackled not only faith but also social issues (with which they deal daily) with great tact and integrity. These lyrics, put to heavy blues delivered with heartfelt conviction by frontman Glenn Kaiser (who, outside the music realm, is a protestant minister) leave no one indifferent and force the listener to take notice.

Since the 80’s decade was their heaviest and most creative, I just could not leave them out of this collection!

Rez Band - Military Man (Live in 1992, originally from the 1982 album "D.M.Z.")