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May Bonus: Michael Sweet

Arin Hancock — Thu, 07 May 2026 13:11:17 GMT

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.

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The Evolution of Bride: Insights from Dale Thompson

Arin Hancock — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

"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 evolution of the music industry. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, musical influences, and Dale's personal journey in this in-depth interview.

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Stryper: Murder By Pride

Arin Hancock — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

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.

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April bonus: Rez Band

Arin Hancock — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

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.

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Songs of the Cross: Deep Dive into Christian Rock

Arin Hancock — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:13:04 GMT

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. Bands that made are lists include Degarmo and Key, Petra, Demon Hunter, One Bad Pig, Saint, and others.

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80's Bands in the 90's: Holy Soldier- Promise Man

Arin Hancock — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMT

“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 is a full on grunge album. We have a big task ahead of us, as neither one of us is a grunge fan. Arin tries to be fair to the album and looks for positive things. Kris is, well, Kris is Kris.

Plug it in: Kalamity Kills - These Days Are Evil

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October News & Christian Halloween

Arin Hancock — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Episode 22: We were going to get ready for Halloween by talking about Halloween themed Christian songs. First though, we got a lot of news to talk about, including new albums and October birthdays. That keeps us busy for most of the episode, which is good, cause we find out Kris wasn't as ready as he thought. We end the episode talking about my picks and Kris' one pick.

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Bonus: October Birthdays

Arin Hancock — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 06:10:00 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast merges music and faith. In this episode Arin Rockman H celebrates October, a month filled with significant birthdays, discusses significant album anniversaries, and shares exciting news about upcoming releases, particularly from Petra, with a promising first single. Deliverance is working on new music that aims to stay relevant.

Stryper: In God We Trust

Arin Hancock — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Episode 20: Kris and Arin are joined by the hosts of Christian Geeks podcast. It's a lengthy conversation, so this week we'll skip the usual birthdays and Plug It In, and after quick introductions, we jump right into the topic. Let's rock!

Our Top Stryper Songs

Arin Hancock — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

With a busy August, Kris and Arin decide to pick their top Stryper songs. Will they be mostly the classics? will they be mostly new? Will Kris get his list in order? Listen and find out.

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Sweet Crystal: Spotify sensation, high energy rock

Arin Hancock — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 03:41:51 GMT

We break from our regular format to interview Marq Andrew Speck of the band Sweet Crystal, a high energy keyboard and guitar driven, award winning band. Even if you don't know them, Sweet Crystal is worth a listen. Marq talks about the band's history as well as some hardships they have overcome. sweetcrystal.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/6QAd9ZxH3ptahZeWoqKks4?si=iqkC2MM8TgWMwPs7HctdOQ rocknmetal.faith@gmail.com rock.n.metal.faith FB @rocknmetal_faith insta

Who is Lazarus Grimm?

Arin Hancock — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:01:00 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith.

In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, host Arin Rockman H and co-host Kris interview Robert Campbell, also known as Lazarus Grimm. They discuss Robert's musical journey, the challenges he faced, including his wife's health issues and his military experience, and how these experiences shaped his music and faith. Robert shares his insights on forgiveness, the importance of gratitude, and the role of music in his personal testimony. The conversation also touches on the incorporation of Hebrew in his songs, the impact of religious trauma, and the significance of women's roles in the church, as well as, favorite musical gear and thoughts on post 80's bands.

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Veil Brite- Let Your Presence Come

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Signum Regis: Undivided

Arin Hancock — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:11:01 GMT

In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, host Arin Rockman discusses the band Signum Regis, and reviews their latest album 'Undivided'. He shares insights on the band's musical style, the themes of the album, and highlights specific tracks, providing a personal take on the music and its significance.

One Bad Pig: I Scream Sunday

Arin Hancock — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:40:12 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith. Ep #41

Have some fun with Arin and Kris, as they crack jokes discuss all things dairy, and dive into the album 'I Scream Sunday' by One Bad Pig. They explore the band's humorous approach to music, discuss listener feedback, and analyze various songs from the album, highlighting both serious and comical themes, and the significance of the messages conveyed in One Bad Pig's songs. As usual, we get into news and upcoming new releases. So sit back and have a bowl of ice cream sundae.

Plug It In: X-Sinner- Medicine

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Dale Thompson of Bride

Arin Hancock — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:30:00 GMT

E: 31

Dale Thompson of Bride discusses his extensive career in music, the creative process behind their new album, and the evolution of their sound over the years. He shares insights into his musical influences, the significance of the band's name, and the connection with their fans. Dale reflects on the changes in the music industry, the role of faith in his songwriting, and the challenges of engaging audiences in today's fast-paced world. He also touches on future collaborations and the importance of staying true to their artistic vision.

Music: Snake Eyes Intro (edited with Thunder In the City, Same Ole Sinner, Everybody Knows My Name)

End music from Look In My Head

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Bonus: Michael Sweet - Truth

Arin Hancock — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 14:36:58 GMT

In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith podcast, Arin Rockman H gives his thoughts on Michael Sweet's album 'Truth'. Arin also talks about the Christian music scene in the 90s and the trouble with keeping informed, as well as birthdays and album anniversaries.

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Holy Soldier: Cristian Metal on Sunset Strip

Arin Hancock — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

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 problems behind the scenes and personal changes, they were an incredible band live. As usual, we have news and listener feedback.

Plug It In: Can You Save Me- German Pascual

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Comparisons: Who sounds like my favourite secular band?

Arin Hancock — Mon, 20 May 2024 22:17:11 GMT

Updates on Dale Thompson, Oz Fox, and X-Sinner. Then we ask the question many seem to ask; what Christian band sounds like (enter secular band here)? We cover only a few comparisons, but find out who is like Ratt, AC/DC,Iron Maiden, tesla, Slayer, Metallica, Judas Priest, Dio, 3 Days Grace, and Bon Jovi. Plus a quick countdown of our top songs by a certain non-christian band.

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Bands of Immortal Fest Weekend 2

Arin Hancock — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 05:15:22 GMT

Wow! Arin and Kris discuss 14 band s in one hour, plus the latest in news and birthdays. They give their opinions on the bands appearing at weekend 2 of Immortal Fest. Its a stellar lineup of classic bands with a few new greats.

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Bonus Dec Birthdays

Arin Hancock — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:32:18 GMT

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.

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Top Christian Guitarists (100-75)

Arin Hancock — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Episode 26: We start the countdown of top 100 Christian guitarists. This episode goes from 100 to 75.

Also, In the news; new albums we are looking forward to this year and Immortalfest line up.

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other music: Vengeance - Burn

Leviticus - Over the Hills

Barron Cross - Imaginary Music

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Rockin' Through X-Sinner's Discography

Arin Hancock — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:01:00 GMT

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 Treaty', and 'World Covered in Blood', while also engaging with their listeners and sharing updates about new music in the rock and metal scene. Of course, they must discuss the secular comparisons, but also highlights the significance of X-Sinner in the Christian rock genre and of course reflects on the challenges faced by Christian artists in the mainstream music industry.

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Jan Bonus: Allies

Arin Hancock — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:31:04 GMT

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, Petra, Rez, as wel as others.

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Scott Wenzel of Whitecross

Arin Hancock — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 06:01:00 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faithIn this episode #38 of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, we interview Scott Wenzel, the iconic vocalist of the Christian rock band Whitecross. He joins us via phone call, after unsuccessfully connecting via video. We discuss Scott's early musical influences, the formation of Whitecross, the songwriting process, and the challenges faced in the music industry. Scott shares insights on maintaining faith while touring, the evolution of the band's sound, working with Rex Carroll, and reflections on the current music scene. The conversation highlights the importance of powerful messaging in music and the legacy of Christian rock.Email: rocknmetal.faith@gmail

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Reborn & Reborn Again with Lee Haley of OBP

Arin Hancock — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 03:20:50 GMT

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 Stryper in the Christian rock scene. The discussion, though, isn’t the comparison Arin thought it would be, as Kris admits to listening to only Reborn and it has been a while since Lee listened to the two versions. Despite this, we do get into the differences in production quality between the two albums, the role of ballads in rock music, the themes present in Stryper's lyrics, explore the evolution of Stryper's sound, and the songwriting process behind the music.

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Whitecross Debut: Recording Regrets & Lessons Learned with Rex Carrol

Arin Hancock — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

“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, providing a candid look at the realities of being a musician in the 80s and beyond. He also shares stories from the recording of the debut and lessons learned throughout his career as an artist and a producer.

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Journey into Narnia: A Christian Metal Exploration & Their Best of

Arin Hancock — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:01:00 GMT

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 Narnia and has picks to discuss.

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With electric guitars, the heavens shake,

Through every riff, our souls awake,

This is rock ’n’ metal faith!

The thunder roars, His name is praised,

Through light and dark, His love won’t fade,

Forever loud, rock ’n’ metal faith!

History 2: 70’s-mid 80’s & Degarmo & Key

Arin Hancock — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Episode 24

More history of Christian rock covering bands Barnabas, Jerusalem, Leviticus, Daniel Band and, of course, DeGarmo & Key, including our favourite songs from D&K .

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Bloodgood-Killing The Beast

DeGarmo & Key- Rock Solid

Podcast-a-thon: Mustard Seed

Arin Hancock — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:03:06 GMT

Episode 30In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, the hosts discuss the Mustard Seed charity, which provides essential services to the homeless and those in need across Western Canada. They explore the charity's history, the various support services it offers, including mental health and addiction recovery programs, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation also touches on the role of music and faith in uplifting individuals and the ongoing needs for donations and support. The episode concludes with a look at future plans for the Mustard Seed and a heartfelt thank you to those involved in the charity's mission. Find the Mustard Seed @ theseed.ca

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Plug It In: Decent Souls - Siloam

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Top Christian Metal Albums of 2025 & Memorable Moments

Arin Hancock — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:01:00 GMT

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 the Blood, Bride, Worldview and Reign of Glory. They also share clips from the past year, which include insights from interviews with artists like Scott Wenzel, Rex Carroll of Whitecross, C.G. Ryche of Ironwrath, Doug Van Pelt of Heaven’s Metal and Carey Kosher Womack of One Bad Pig. It’s a lively discussion about the evolution of Christian rock and metal, the challenges of band reunions, and the impact of personal experiences on music creation.

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EP:49

History of Bloodgood

Arin Hancock — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:02:00 GMT

E32

In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith podcast, the Kris and Arin delve into the history and evolution of the influential Christian metal band Bloodgood. They discuss the band's formation, their impact on the Christian rock scene, and the challenges they faced over the years, including lineup changes and production issues. The conversation also covers their recent tours, fan reactions, and favorite songs from various albums, highlighting the band's legacy and ongoing relevance in the music industry.Plug It In: Living Water -NarniaOther Music: Bloodgood: Black Snake, Out of the Darkness, Lamb of God

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Carey Womack P2: One Bad Pig's Legacy

Arin Hancock — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:01:00 GMT

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 collaboration with Johnny Cash. He also discusses the blend of music and ministry, the challenges faced, and the profound impact of faith on their music career. Carey shares his journey with One Bad Pig, insights about the divine purpose behind their music, the challenges of performing, and the memorable songs that defined their career, reconnecting with old friends in the music industry, and the long hiatus before their return to music. Email: rocknmetal.faith@gmail.com

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Christian Rock 102: Essential Bands

Arin Hancock — Wed, 28 May 2025 13:08:27 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith.In this bonus episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, host Arin Rockman discusses essential bands in Christian rock and metal, exploring listener polls and AI recommendations. The episode highlights notable bands, their albums, and the impact of these artists on the genre, culminating in a ranking of the top bands.

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Top Christian Guitarists 29-13

Arin Hancock — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 15:17:23 GMT

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In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, we delve into our list of the top 100 guitarists, focusing on positions 29 to 13. We engage with the audience, share updates about the podcast, and discuss various guitarists, including their contributions to rock music and personal insights. The conversation highlights the significance of each guitarist, their bands, and the impact they've had on the Christian rock genre. The episode concludes with a look at upcoming birthdays and anniversaries in the music world.

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Saint: The Revelation

Arin Hancock — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 06:01:00 GMT

In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, we delve into the intersection of music and faith, with the Christian metal band Saint and their album 'The Revelation.' The conversation gets into analysis of the album's tracks, which are inspired by the Book of Revelation, discussing the themes of the album, the significance of its biblical references, and sharing our personal favorites, all while encouraging audience interaction and feedback.

Plug It In: Scarecrow - Bride

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Bonus: November birthdays & anniversaries

Arin Hancock — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:24:58 GMT

Time to celebrate the November birthdays and album releases. This month’s birthdays include Terry Haw, Randy Thomas, Dan Huff, Bill Glover, and Lori Peters. We also have Michael Sweet album anniversaries and death remembrances of Kevin Whisler, Steve Whitaker, and Steve Osbourne.

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Heaven's Metal & the Big 4 of Christian Thrash

Arin Hancock — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 03:01:00 GMT

This episode of the Rock and Metal Faith podcast features an engaging conversation with Doug Van Pelt, editor of Heaven's Metal magazine, discussing the intersection of music and faith, the history of Christian metal, and the influential bands in the genre. The conversation also includes the big 4 of Christian Thrash: Deliverance, Vengeance Rising, Tourniquet, and Living Sacrifice.

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Ep:44

Stryper: Against The Law

Arin Hancock — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 06:26:55 GMT

Episode 27In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, hosts Arin and Kris delve into Stryper's controversial album 'Against the Law,' and the two new songs from the greatest hits compilation, 'Can't Stop The Rock.' They discuss the band's evolution, the challenges they faced during the album's creation, and the impact of their music on the Christian rock scene. The conversation includes a review of the album's songs, highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of the record, as well as reflections on the band's journey and their place in the music industry.In the news: discussions on upcoming albums, Bride's double album and Michael Sweet's forthcoming worship album. Also Michael Tait leaving Newsboys

Plug It In: Whitecross - No Second Chances

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Whitecross: Fear No Evil review and top 10

Arin Hancock — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:55:36 GMT

We give our thoughts on the new Whitecross album, Fear No Evil, find out there is a problem with Spotify, and then talk about our top ten favorites from the whole catalog.

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Top Christian Guitarists 49-31

Arin Hancock — Thu, 08 May 2025 12:01:00 GMT

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E33: In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, hosts Arin Rockman and Kris dive into the world of Christian rock and metal music, discussing the top 100 Christian guitar list from 49-31, celebrating influential artists, and sharing updates on new music releases. in the conversation they engage with their audience by commenting on feedback, reflect on the impact of various bands, and highlight upcoming birthdays and anniversaries in the music community. Intro music: The Way We Rock - WhitecrossPlug It In: Power Train - MajesticaOther music: 30 Pieces - Theocracy, No Way In- X-Sinner, Fire Inside - Angelica, White Noise - RezEmail: rocknmetal.faith@gmail

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Top Christian Ballads

Arin Hancock — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Episode 28In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, hosts Arin and Kris delve into the world of ballads within Christian rock and metal music. They discuss various bands, including Stryper and Skillet, share personal insights on their favorite ballads, and introduce a new band, The Word 66. The conversation also touches on themes of self-acceptance and the impact of legacy bands like Petra. The episode concludes with a segment on birthdays and anniversaries in the Christian rock scene, along with a closing music piece from The Word 66.

Plug It In: The Chosen One - The Word66

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Heaven Or Nothing - Barren Cross

Love Is On The Way - Holy Soldier

Love - Petra

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Rex Carroll & Dave Roberts of Whitecross

Arin Hancock — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:00:00 GMT

This week, we said we had something big. We interview Rex Carroll and Dave Roberts of Whitecross. What more do you need. Actually, we discuss recent shows, fan reaction to Dave, production of the new album, certain songs from Fear No Evil, and a couple of technical questions.

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Inspiration Songs edited

Arin Hancock — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:57:18 GMT

Working out what can and can’t be done and how to do things. The previous version was only available on Spotify until I edited a couple things out. In this episode, we talk about certain comments made online, then about songs that inspire and lift us up when we’re down.

Yellow & Black Soldiers Under Command

Arin Hancock — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 19:18:34 GMT

This week we are joined by a guest. We planned on doing a thorough discussion on Stryper’s first two releases, but it quickly became a converse for our love of all things Stryper. Rock on!

March Bonus: Petra

Arin Hancock — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 22:28:02 GMT

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.

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Ironwrath: Blending Metal with Visual Storytelling

Arin Hancock — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:01:00 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith. Ep #40In this episode, C.G. Ryche, the drummer of Ironwrath, shares from being inspired by legendary concerts to finding faith in Jesus, as he discusses his unique testimony. He discusses the unique sound of Ironwrath, which blends various metal influences with a cinematic experience, and the band's mission to convey messages of faith and freedom through their music. C.G. also talks about the challenges of the music industry, the importance of originality in Christian music, and the interactive experiences they create for fans, as well as highlighting the band's return to Immortal Fest and their aspirations for future tours.www.ironwrath.net

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End of Year: Top Songs & Albums

Arin Hancock — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:39:21 GMT

Episode 24 (the actual 24)

We run down our top songs and albums from the year. Well, we talk about Arin's favorites. As well, we talk about our past year with the podcast.

Shout out to Daniel Joseph Chiasson check out his music on soundcloud, and the song Salvation Road.

Plug It In: Stryper - Winter Wonderland

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History: Who Are the Pioneers of Christian Rock?

Arin Hancock — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT

E15: This episode was pre-recorded, so we got a little behind on current news and birthdays. Once the opening business is done, your hosts Arin Rockman and Kris Kool, discuss the pioneers of Christian rock, starting with Sister Rosetta Tharpe in the 30's. Then moving onto the 70's with Larry Norman and Resurrection Band.

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Michael Sweet 1994

Arin Hancock — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 06:01:00 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith. In this episode #39, we dive into Michael Sweet's self-titled solo album from 1994, exploring its themes, production, and the evolution of Sweet's music post-Stryper. We also recognize the late Ozzy Osbourne and his impact on the entire metal genre, including the Christian scene. The conversation includes song analyses, listener engagement, news and happenings, and reflections on the balance between rock and ballads in Sweet's work.

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Carey Kosher Womack: A Testimony of Redemption

Arin Hancock — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 07:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Carey Kosher Womack opens up and shares his journey of faith, struggles with alcohol, and the formation of One Bad Pig. He reflects on his upbringing in a Christian household, his teenage years filled with rebellion, and the pivotal moments that led him back to faith. Carey also discusses the challenges faced by One Bad Pig in the Christian music scene, including being banned from venues, and the personal struggles that impacted his life and music career. Ultimately, he emphasizes the importance of redemption, support from his community, and his commitment to sobriety.

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Rex Carroll on High Gear Part 2

Arin Hancock — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 06:05:00 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith E 36: In part 2 of this exciting conversation, Rex Carroll discusses his experiences in the music industry, particularly focusing on the creation of the album 'High Gear'. He shares insights into the creative process, the dynamics within the band, and the challenges faced in the music industry, as well as his relationship in working with Scott Wenzel. Rex reflects on past albums, personal stories, and the evolution of Christian rock, while also expressing optimism for current projects and future aspirations.

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Top Ten Christian Guitarists

Arin Hancock — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:01:00 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith.

We finish off the top 100 Christian guitarists, as we countdown from 10-1. Join us, as we discuss our choices and compare them to the list that was compiled, and share our thoughts and find a few surprises.

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An Overview of Christian Metal 101

Arin Hancock — Thu, 22 May 2025 12:51:54 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith.

E: 34 In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, Arin and Kris delve into the world of Christian rock and metal, discussing its definition, notable bands, and the impact of lyrics on listeners. They also discuss their favorite bands, songs, and the genre's significance. They explore the challenges faced by bands in the industry, share personal anecdotes, and highlight lesser-known bands like Crossection. The conversation also touches on the legacy of Christian rock, the importance of keeping the music alive, and includes an exciting album giveaway. The conversation also includes personal experiences with concerts and favorite songs that have helped them through tough times, the results of a poll on the definitive Christian Metal albums, birthdays of influential artists, and a look ahead to future topics in Christian music. Intro music: The Way We Rock - Whitecross

Plug It In: Give It a Rest - Crossection

Other music: Love Comes Down - Rez, Pain - Grammatrain

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Bride: Lost Reels 4, Vipers & Shadows

Arin Hancock — Wed, 14 May 2025 04:08:10 GMT

In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith Podcast, host Arin Rockman H reviews Bride's new double album 'Vipers and Shadows' and the release 'Lost Reels 4'. He gives his thoughts the new sound and style that accompanies the 30 new songs. A listener contest is announced at the end.

Rainbows End (Bonus)

Arin Hancock — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:19:51 GMT

In this bonus episode, Arin Rockman discusses the Resurrection Band, focusing on their album 'Rainbow's End.' He explores the band's background, the themes of hope and real-life struggles in their music, and highlights the musical style and standout tracks from the album. Arin emphasizes the band's unique approach to addressing social issues and their relatable messages, making them a significant part of the Christian rock scene.

Top Christian Guitarists (73-53)

Arin Hancock — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:23:15 GMT

Episode 29The podcast continues the countdown of the top 100 guitarists from 73 to 53.

We also discuss various news updates in the Christian rock scene, and exploring the defining albums of Christian metal. White Cross is hosting a cruise with concerts, creating excitement among fans.

Listeners are encouraged to share their thoughts on defining Christian metal albums.

As well, Kris and Arin on the evolution of the Christian music scene, highlighting significant artists and their contributions, while also engaging with their audience on what they consider the definitive Christian metal album.

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God among us: Christian Rockers in non-Christian bands

Arin Hancock — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 14:24:55 GMT

We talk about what makes a band Christian, rock musicians who became Christians, as well as, Christians who became rock stars, playing in non-Christian bands.

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Feb Bonus: Barren Cross

Arin Hancock — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:19:55 GMT

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 Warrior.

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Trailer

Arin Hancock — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 17:05:19 GMT

The trailer for Rock N Metal Faith: an introduction to the podcast

Rex Carroll Talks on High Gear Part 1

Arin Hancock — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 06:05:00 GMT

The Rock and Metal Faith Podcast explores the intersection of music and faith.Ep: 35In this episode of the Rock and Metal Faith podcast, Rex Carroll shares his experiences and insights from the recording of the album 'High Gear' and reflects on the journey of the band Whitecross. He discusses the challenges faced during the production process, the dynamics within the band, and the evolution of their music career. Rex also touches on the importance of finding the right producer, the impact of meet and greets on fan engagement, and the lessons learned from past experiences. This is part one of his talk with us.

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Immortal Fest Weekend 1: The bands that will be there

Arin Hancock — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 13:07:42 GMT

While we are not able to go to Immortal Fest, we decided it would be good to imagine that we were and talk about the bands that will be there. Your hosts, Kris and Arin, give a brief overview of each band, as well as their thoughts. As always, there's also news and birthdays.

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Sweet Destiny: The Testimony of Siloam

Arin Hancock — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:01:00 GMT

“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 episode Plug It In features In The End by Eden Effect.

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