Christian Geeks Rockcast

The 80's to early 90's were a unique and golden era of Christian music. Every genre and style had amazing artists creating high quality music and solid messages. Christian Geeks Classic Rockcast explores this era through reviewing our favorite albums, giving a history, and interviewing the artists to give their perspective. Rock on!

Ep 91 - Class of 91 07/30/2026

Ep 91 - Class of 91 Episode 91 features the "Class of 91," Britt's list of ten of his favorite albums from 1991. He includes the usual metal offerings but throws in a few curveballs to keep you on your toes. Visit our sponsor, Fox n' Sons Coffee! Get fresh roasted coffee delivered to your door at - Use the code GEEKS for 10% off an order of $35 or more. Also, visit our new Patreon! Links: Web: Merch: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/42264245

Ep 90 - John and Dorla Schlitt Interview 07/20/2026

Ep 90 - John and Dorla Schlitt Interview On this episode, we had the honor of speaking with legendary Petra lead singer, John Schlitt, and his wife Dorla. We discussed John's transition from the mainstream rock band Head East, into the Christian rock world of the mid-80s, and all the way up to Petra's latest album, Hope. We talked with Dorla about her new book The Adventure of the Scarlett Thread. Check out John and Dorla's merch and stuff on John's website: Visit our sponsor, Fox n' Sons Coffee!! Get great-tasting, fresh roasted coffee delivered to your door at - Use the code GEEKS to get 10% off an order of $35 or more! Links: Merch: Website: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/42155430

Ep 89 - Class of 89 06/04/2026

Ep 89 - Class of 89 Welcome to the Class of '89 (double meaning intended)! In this episode, Steve selects 10 albums that defined his graduation year. These are his personal favorites from that year, so you'll see how varied Steve's musical tastes were (and still are). Visit our sponsor, Fox n' Sons Coffee! Get amazing, fresh-roasted coffee delivered to your door! - use the code GEEKS at check out for 10% off an order of $35 or more. Links: website: Merch: IG: FB: YouTube: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/41538225

Ep 88 - CCM Perfect Rock Songs 04/24/2026

Ep 88 - CCM Perfect Rock Songs This episode we discuss the for "perfect" CCM rock songs. We realize this is a completely subjective measure, but in our minds, these meet our stringent criteria for songs we could listen to over and over. Let us know what you would put on the list! Visit our SPONSOR, FOX N SONS COFFEE! Get fresh roasted coffee delivered to your door. Go to the website - put in the code GEEKS at checkout and receive 10% off an order of $35 or more. Web: Merch: FB: IG: Email: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/41006480

Ep 87 - The Choir / Wide-Eyed Wonder 04/03/2026

Ep 87 - The Choir / Wide-Eyed Wonder This new episode has us discussing The Choir's 1989 release, Wide-Eyed Wonder. With an overarching theme of new fatherhood, this was considered the Choir's "happy record." It's not without its oddities though. We also digress a lot on this episode. Blame it on the pollen. :) Links: Web: Merch: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/40721480

Ep 86 - Bloodgood / Rock in a Hard Place 02/20/2026

Ep 86 - Bloodgood / Rock in a Hard Place We are back! Episode 86 has us breaking down Bloodgood's third album, Rock in a Hard Place. While it has some really heavy moments, this album brought the band more into the melodic AOR category. Even though the band isn't happy with the final mix, it still has some great songwriting and musicianship. Links: Web: Merch: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/40178755

Ep 85 - TOP CHRISTIAN ROCK COVER SONGS 12/25/2025

Ep 85 - TOP CHRISTIAN ROCK COVER SONGS In this last episode of 2025, Steve and Britt discuss their top ten cover songs from the 80s and early 90s. Featuring covers of the Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, and more! Merry Christmas! Links: Merch: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/39533030

Ep 84 - Luke Easter (Tourniquet, solo material, and more) 11/08/2025

Ep 84 - Luke Easter (Tourniquet, solo material, and more) Join us for a fantastic chat with Luke Easter, best known for his work as the lead singer of the legendary Christian metal band Tourniquet. We discus his time with the band until his departure, his solo album "The Pop Disaster," and the recent ongoing reunion of many Tourniquet members to play live and record again. Luke's website: Luke's music and merch: Other links: Merch: YouTube: Email: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/38964240

Ep 83 - Rick Elias and the Confessions 10/24/2025

Ep 83 - Rick Elias and the Confessions We are back with more banter on all things 80s and 90s Christian rock, alternative, and metal. In this episode, we do a deep dive on 1990 debut of Ricke Elias of the future Ragamuffin Band, with Rick's album Rick Elias and the Confessions. Volz/Schlitt Tshirt: The Choir Kickstarter: Jeffrey Kothoff (lo-fidelity) Go Fund Me: David Loman's blog: Other links: Geeks merch: YouTube channel: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/38774780

Ep 82 - Interview with Les & Joyce Carlsen (Bloodgood, Les Carlsen) 09/05/2025

Ep 82 - Interview with Les & Joyce Carlsen (Bloodgood, Les Carlsen) In this episode, we catch up with Les and Joyce Carlsen. We discuss the new album, "Free Will," his beginnings in rock and in the traveling cast of the musical "Hair," where he met Joyce, and of course his time in Bloodgood. It's a great conversation with two legends and pioneers of Christian metal. Kickstarter for "Free Will": other links: Web: Merch: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/38100245

Ep 81 - Vengeance Rising / Once Dead 08/21/2025

Ep 81 - Vengeance Rising / Once Dead On this episode, we discuss the sophomore album by one of the most controversial albums in Christian music history, 1990s Once Dead by Vengeance Rising. The last album by the classic Vengeance lineup, this one was musically and sonically more mature than their groundbreaking debut. Volz/Schlitt shirt: Les Carlsen song: merch: site: FB: IG: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/37903825

Ep 80 - Paul Roraback (Paragon, Grammatrain, Bloodgood) 07/15/2025

Ep 80 - Paul Roraback (Paragon, Grammatrain, Bloodgood) In this episode, we chatted with drummer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Roraback of Grammatrain, PJ Bostic, Bloodgood, One Bad Pig, Paragon, and more. Our great conversation covered Paul's musical upbringing, his career, his new album, and we even delved into the power of prayer. Check it out! PJ Bostic: Grammatrain demo: Grammatrain vinyl: Our links: Merch: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/37417900

Ep 79 - Rage of Angels 06/16/2025

Ep 79 - Rage of Angels On this album, we discuss one of the greatest one hit wonders of Christian rock history, Rage of Angels. This Conneticut-based band sounded like they were straight off the Sunset Strip, but it quickly fell apart when mainstream band Steelheart poached a couple members. PFR kickstarter: David & the Giants: Pyn Siren (Dan's post-ROA band): merch: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/37034240

Ep 78 - After School Special Episode 05/12/2025

Ep 78 - After School Special Episode On this "very special" episode of Christian Geeks Rockcast, we dive into 10 songs that tackle the tough issues of the day--abortion, drunk driving, suicide and more. We hear tunes from Petra, Crumbacher, Barren Cross, Bloodgood, Holy Soldier, AD and more. Lost Dogs Kickstarter: Prayer Chain Kickstarter: Links: Merch: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/36531170

Ep 77 - 77's / Seventy Sevens 04/06/2025

Ep 77 - 77's / Seventy Sevens With episode 77, we had to revisit the 77s, and what better album to review than the self-titled 1987 Seventy Sevens. So many 7s! This album, also known as the Island record, was supposed to catapult the band to stardom, but a little band called U2 had other plans. Lost Dogs Kickstart: Swirling Eddies: Other links- Merch: FB: IG: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/36023950

Ep 76 - Newsboys / Read All About It 03/10/2025

Ep 76 - Newsboys / Read All About It With the Newsboys in the news lately (no pun intented), we thought we would go back and cover their 1988 debut album with Refuge Records, Read All About It. For this release, they were a young Australian band with completely different members and sound than the one today. Ric Cua 40th: Johnny Simmons (GC drummer) GoFundMe: Other links: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/35607725

Ep 75 - Deliverance / Self-titled 02/08/2025

Ep 75 - Deliverance / Self-titled Back to the metal on episode 75 with thrash metal masters Deliverance with their first, self-titled album from Intense Records (1989). Enjoy the news, rants, and the review of this amazing album. Swirling Eddies/Adam Again: Jyro LaVilla/La Monde Bear: Aunt Bettys: other links: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/35203330

Ep 74 - Altar Boys / GLM 01/13/2025

Ep 74 - Altar Boys / GLM We kick off 2025 with a breakdown of the classic 1986 album from the Altar Boys, Gut Level Music. One of the first albums released on Frontline Records, it marked a big step forward in sound and maturity for the legendary SoCal band. Petra concert review: links: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/34836745

Ep 73 - Adam Again / Homeboys 12/22/2024

Ep 73 - Adam Again / Homeboys On our final episode of a great 2024, Steve and Britt discuss the third album from the lengendary band Adam Again, Homeboys. Often overshadowed by their genius next album, Dig, 1990's Homeboys proves to still be an incredible listen even after almost 35 years. FB: IG: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/34569005

Ep 72 - Shout / It Won't Be Long 12/06/2024

Ep 72 - Shout / It Won't Be Long On episode 72, Steve and Britt break down Shout's debut album, "It Won't Be Long." Ken Tamplin, from the band Joshua, and Idle Cure's Chuck King got together and wrote some great tunes, and they recorded and released them on Frontline records in 1988. We also talk about a lot of news and generally have a great time! Lee Baker "Stone Tiger": The Choir "Translucent": Liason merch/music: Terry Scott Taylor: Other Links: web: FB: IG: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/34320525

Ep 71 - 77s / Sticks and Stones 10/31/2024

Ep 71 - 77s / Sticks and Stones For this episode, we finally get to Steve's favorite album of all time, the 77s "Sticks and Stones." This album of demos and that didn't make it for one reason or another turned into an amazing collection of material from arguably one of the best rock bands of all time. Enjoy! 77s album kickstarter: Barren Cross vinyl: VOL Blister Soul: Other links website: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/33711842

ep 70 - PFR / Pray for Rain 09/30/2024

ep 70 - PFR / Pray for Rain We are back after a few weeks off to discuss the incredible debut from PFR, "Pray for Rain." (originally a self-titled album before band name change) We realize that going from Tourniquet to PFR might seem strange, but it's what makes us the GEEKS we are. Links: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/33264077

Ep 69 - Tourniquet / Stop the Bleeding 08/12/2024

Ep 69 - Tourniquet / Stop the Bleeding On this episode, we finally get to Tourniquet's 1990 debut album, Stop the Bleeding. Featuring Ted Kirkpatrick (drums), Gary Lenaire (guitar), and Guy Ritter (vocals), this release continued Intense Records' insane string of amazing, groundbreaking Christian metal bands. Russ Taff Kickstarter: Galactic Cowboys Kickstarter: Harpazo: Christian Geeks website: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/32549117

Ep 68 - Interview with Monty Colvin / Galactic Cowboys 07/26/2024

Ep 68 - Interview with Monty Colvin / Galactic Cowboys Britt and Steve take some time in this episode to chat with multi-instrumentalist, podcaster, and artist Monty Colvin, best known as the bassist for Galactic Cowboys. We discuss everything from his beginning as a bassist for Morgan Cryar all the way up to the kickstarter for a brand new GC album. GC album kickstarter: Monty's art/CDs: Monty's rockcast: Christian Geeks links- website: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/32304617

Ep 67 - Sixpence None the Richer / The Fatherless and the Widow 06/27/2024

Ep 67 - Sixpence None the Richer / The Fatherless and the Widow Sixpence None the Richer formed in Texas in 1993 and released their first full-length album on REX music in 1994, "The Fatherless and the Widow." In this episode we discuss this amazing debut that brought a unique sound to Christian alt rock and set them up for stratospheric success a few years later with the song "Kiss Me." Web: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/31907017

Ep 66 - Petra / On Fire! 06/03/2024

Ep 66 - Petra / On Fire! As a follow up to our interview with Ronny Cates in Ep 65, we break down Petra's first album with Ronny, 1988's On Fire! This album contiues the band's move into arena rock that began with "This Means War" and their production relationship with John and Dino Elefante. This era of Petra was their most commercially successful. Website: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/31585747

Ep 65 - Interview with Ronny Cates / Petra 05/20/2024

Ep 65 - Interview with Ronny Cates / Petra For this episode, we sat down with the former bassist for Petra, Ronny Cates. His first album with Petra was 1988's "On Fire!" and he continued with them until "No Doubt" in 1995. Ronny talks about his beginnings with the band, what it was like in studio with the Elefantes, and lots more. Fantastic conversation with a great guy. Links: Website: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/31390637

Ep 64 - Crucified / Pillars of Humanity 04/17/2024

Ep 64 - Crucified / Pillars of Humanity On this episode, Steve and Britt discuss the classic sophmore album by thrash legends the Crucified, "The Pillars of Humanity." This fast, riff-heavy album was released in 1991 on Ocean records and re-released by Tooth and Nail in 2009. Robert Vaughn (Riverhouse): Mike Knott tribute: Spotify playlist: Other links - website: IG: FB: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/30877178

Ep 63 - Easter Songs 03/30/2024

Ep 63 - Easter Songs In this episode, we discuss 10 classic Easter songs (and a few more) that cover Jesus' death and resurrection. Maybe the most sylistically diverse episode of the podcast, we include artists from Vengeance Rising to Keith Green. Spotify playlist: Other links: Website: FB: IG: YT: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/30604618

Ep 62 - Interview with Randy Rose 03/19/2024

Ep 62 - Interview with Randy Rose On this special episode, Randy Rose from Mad at the World joins us to talk about what it was like getting signed to a record deal as a teen, the evolution of MATW, and the new crowdfunded album on the way, Love and Despair. Enjoy this great conversation then go pledge at the MATW Kickstarter. Spotify Playlist: GCR links: Website: FB: IG: /episode/index/show/christiangeeksclassicrockcast/id/30447873

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