News: Roxx Records Announces 40th Anniversary Tribute to ‘To Hell With The Devil’
In 2026, one of the most important albums in Christian metal history turns 40. Originally released in 1986, To Hell With The Devil by Stryper didn’t just redefine what faith-based metal could be—it permanently altered the broader metal landscape. Four decades later, its influence is still unmistakable.
To mark the occasion, Roxx Records has announced a full-scale tribute project titled:
“Roxx Records Salutes the Soldiers Under Command on the 40th Anniversary of To Hell With The Devil”
The release is more than a symbolic nod. It’s a complete, track-by-track reinterpretation of the album, presented in the original running order and concluding with a bonus cover of “Soldiers Under Command.” According to Roxx Records, the response from participating artists was immediate and enthusiastic, resulting in a lineup that spans multiple generations and stylistic approaches within Christian metal.
Alongside the music, the project also features newly commissioned artwork—a modern reimagining of the iconic angel imagery from the original album. The cover was created by Juan Carlos Arce of Lux Studio, offering a fresh visual perspective while honoring one of the most recognizable covers in the genre.
Roxx Records plans to roll out the release gradually, unveiling individual tracks leading up to the full album’s street date. A detailed release schedule is expected to be announced soon.
Below are additional details directly from the official press release.
From the Press Release
2026 marks 40 years since the release of one of the most iconic albums in the Christian metal world—and in metal overall. First released in 1986, To Hell With The Devil made a lasting impact on a generation and continues to resonate today.
Roxx Records is excited to present “Roxx Records Salutes the Soldiers Under Command on the 40th Anniversary of To Hell With The Devil,” a special tribute covering every track from the album in chronological order, concluding with a bonus version of “Soldiers Under Command.”
The label reports an overwhelming response from artists eager to participate, resulting in a collection of new interpretations that honor the legacy of the original release while bringing fresh energy to the material. In addition to the music, the project includes newly designed artwork featuring a reimagined take on the album’s iconic angel cover.
Track Listing & Artists
- Abyss 2.0 – Ted Gardner
- To Hell With The Devil – Reign of Glory
- Calling On You – Becoming Sons
- Free – Latter Reign
- Honestly – German Pascual
- The Way – Testimony of Apocalypse
- Sing-Along Song – All For The King
- Holdin’ On – Undoubting Thomas
- Rockin’ The World – Weapons of God
- All Of Me – Seth Metoyer
- More Than A Man – Motivik
- Soldiers Under Command (Bonus Track) – Severed Angel
More details on the release schedule will be announced as Roxx Records prepares to celebrate an album that helped define an era and opened doors for countless artists that followed.
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