Feature: Seth Metal – May Christian Metal Playlist
By Seth Metoyer, Heaven’s Metal Magazine –
Another month, another set of riffs that got me through the deadlines, the existential crises, and the questionable coffee choices. Here’s some of what was blasting in my headphones this May. Some classics, some deep cuts, and a few that’ll have you wondering how your hips survived the pit back in the day. Whether you’re here for nostalgia, discovery, or just a little faith with your face-melt, let’s crank it up.
Love Life – Goodbye Lady Jane
A blast of hair metal nostalgia with a Christian twist, this album scratches that Slaughter/early 90s itch. Big hooks, glossy production, and anthemic choruses. For anyone who missed the glory days, this one delivers. Timeless for those who caught it on release; retro gold for new listeners.
Bloodgood – Out of the Darkness
A cornerstone of classic Christian metal. “Out of the Darkness” opens with fire and never lets up, mixing hard-hitting riffs with powerful, spiritual themes. The cover art’s still a head-scratcher, but the music is pure, driving excellence, some of Bloodgood’s best, with a passionate delivery and killer songwriting.
Wyrick – Mental Floss
Criminally overlooked industrial/alt-metal from Travis Wyrick. Released on Rugged Records, this one packs electronic grit and heavy riffs. It’s a special one for me, one of the first CDs I got working at Rugged, and it led to a friendship with Wyrick, who’d later produce P.O.D., Pillar, and more.
Martyr – Once Upon a Tale
Raw, old-school thrash from the pre-Betrayal days. Unpolished, energetic, and loaded with attitude. The kind of album that sounds like it was recorded live in the garage, and that’s half the fun. A true gem for fans of early Christian thrash who dig the underground sound.
The Crucified – Self Titled
Classic, essential crossover thrash/hardcore. Riffs for days, pit-friendly aggression, and a spiritual punch. Makes you want to dive headfirst into the mosh pit, though my hips are writing checks my body can’t cash anymore. Still, this one will get you moving whether you’re 18 or 48 (or 51).
Divine Incision – Cosmic Design
A slab of death metal loaded with biblical themes and relentless energy. Not afraid to go heavy and philosophical, this one is sick to listen to on Studio Beats. Perfect for fans who like their faith explored at max volume and blast-beat velocity.
Blaster the Rocketman – The Anatomy of a Monster
Wild, theatrical punk/rockabilly with horror and sci-fi flair. Infectious, quirky, and catchy as hell, uh, heaven. I played this non-stop at Rugged Records in the late ’90s/early 2000s. Still holds up, especially if you like your faith with a side of campy monster fun.
Lust Control – Tiny Little Dots
Lust Control’s Tiny Little Dots is a shot of raw, old-school Christian punk. Fast, gritty, and tongue-in-cheek with its lyrical jabs. I’ll admit I didn’t give them much attention back in the day, but listening now, their energy and humor are contagious. Perfect for fans of unpolished, conviction-driven thrash punk.
That’s what’s been blasting through my speakers this month, but I want to know: What Christian metal albums or songs have you been spinning lately? Drop your recommendations or rediscoveries in the comments. Check back next month to see what made it onto my June playlist. Stay heavy and stay tuned!
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