Petra (USA)

Hard Rock, Melodic Rock , AOR , Blues Rock , Glam & Sleaze Rock , West Coast , Christian Rock
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Petra (USA)

Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 15 Jan 2016, 14:57

Petra - More Power To Ya (30th Anniversary Remastered Edition) (2012)

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Year : 1982 (Remastered Edition 2012)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans
Size : 117 mb


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Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

Album:

Two classic recordings by PETRA, one of Christian rock's most awarded and influential bands throughout the '70s, '80s and '90s, were reissued some time ago by Star Song Music as special Anniversary Editions, fully digital remastered including bonus tracks.Requested here on the blog, both truly deserve a place in your Melodic Hard / AOR collection.Let's start with the essential "More Power To Ya".Considered by Petra fans as the group's definitive recording from the '80s, "More Power To Ya" was originally released in 1982 and marked the band's fifth project. Billboard magazine heralded the collection a "Top Album Pick" and praised the band's 'surging music, tough lyrics and effective vocals'."More Power To Ya" is where Petra really hit their stride. The potential in their music had been screaming for release from the beginning and occasionally shone through, but this was where it all came together.Gone were the outdated organ and mini Moog replaced with synthesizers, Louie Weaver breathed new life into the music with his fresh style of drumming, and Greg Volz's vocals are clear and crisp, melodic.Production is flawless, and this remaster makes it sound even better.Musically, "More Power To Ya" is strongly AOR-radio rock oriented with stadium feel choruses. Nearly every track is a stand-out for me.The opening 'Stand Up' gets you fired up for the ride ahead, followed by hooky melodic hard rockers in 'Second Wind', 'Judas Kiss' and the catchy 'Let Everything That Has Breath' among my favorites.We have a great midtempo AOR in 'Rose Colored Stained Glass Windows', then two pretty awesome ballads in the title track and the haunting 'Road to Zion'."All Over Me" is another highlight, an impressive display of Volz's vocal talent with its multiple key change."More Power To Ya" was a 'turning-point' album in Petra's career, going more mainstream with a commercial arena-ready sound, catchy choruses and lots of keyboards, a style developed around the time by the likes of Journey.If you always have been pulled off by Petra's Christian lyrics, it's time you put your prejudices aside, because "More Power To Ya" is a terrific first half of the '80s AOR album packing some incredible songs for the genre."More Power To Ya 30th Anniversary Edition" sounds great in this first time digitally remastered release, offering as plus three bonus tracks.

Line-Up:

Greg X. Volz - lead vocals
Bob Hartman - guitars
Mark Kelly - bass, backing vocals, lead on 10
Louie Weaver - drums
John Milo Slick - keyboards, backing vocals, synthesizer programming and arranging

Tracklist:

01. Stand Up
02. Second Wind
03. More Power to Ya
04. Judas’ Kiss
05. Rose Colored Stained Glass Windows
06. Run for the Prize
07. All Over Me
08. Let Everything That Hath Breath
09. Road to Zion
10. Disciple
11. Stand Up (live) (Bonus Track)
12. Judas’ Kiss (live) (Bonus Track)
13. More Power to Ya (live) (Bonus Track)


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 15 Jan 2016, 15:03

Petra - This Means War! (25th Anniversary Remastered Edition) (2012)

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Year : 1987 (Remastered Edition 2012)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans
Size : 106 mb


Bio:

Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

Album:

Two classic recordings by PETRA, one of Christian rock's most awarded and influential bands throughout the '70s, '80s and '90s, were reissued some time ago by Star Song Music as special Anniversary Editions, fully digital remastered for the first time including bonus tracks.Requested here on the blog, both truly deserve a place in your Melodic Hard / AOR collection.Let's go now with the terrific "This Means War!".In 1985 singer Greg X. Volz departed Petra and pursued a solo career. Petra, nevertheless, pressed on in hiring a new vocalist in John Schlitt.Schlitt's more powerful approach provided to the band an extra edge to their AOR sound, enhanced in this record by the glossy production of John & Dino Elefante.Indeed, the Elefante bros. are in grand part responsible of "This Means War!" awesome second half of the '80s US American Melodic Hard / AOR 'huge' sound."This Means War!" certainly puts the “rock” back in the band’s namesake, kicking off with the hard-hitting title track anthem. From there, the album continues delivering punchy rockers like 'He Came, He Saw, He Conquered', the FM Rock classic 'Get On Your Knees And Fight Like A Man' (with some Kansas on it), and the sharp Toto-like 'The Water Is Alive'.Pure US anthemic AOR is present on the the Journey flavored 'Kenaniah', and 'You Are My Rock' (in the vein of Canadians Triumph), both fantastic cuts to die for.There's a great melodic rocker in 'Dead Reckoning', while the midtempo closer 'All The King’s Horses' is another AOR little gem. Of course, there are the obligatory power ballads in the gentle 'I Am Available' and 'Don’t Let Your Heart Be Hardened'.But on "This Means War!" it’s the guitar-driven punchy AOR / melodic rock that is center stage, which is how I like my Petra.Digitally remastered for the first time, Petra's "This Means War! 25th Anniversary Edition" sounds terrific. An album that can't remain absent in your '80s US AOR / Melodic Rock collection.

Line-Up:

John Schlitt - Lead Vocals
Bob Hartman - Guitar
John Lawry - Keyboards, background vocals
Mark Kelly - Bass, background vocals
Louie Weaver - Drums

Tracklist:

01. This Means War!
02. He Came, He Saw, He Conquered
03. Get on Your Knees and Fight Like a Man
04. I Am Available
05. Kenaniah
06. You Are My Rock
07. The Water Is Alive
08. Don't Let Your Heart Be Hardened
09. Dead Reckoning
10. All the King's Horses
11. Bob Hartman's Solo (Live) (Bonus Track)
12. John Lawry's Solo (Live) (Bonus Track)
13. Louie Weaver's Solo (Live) (Bonus Track)


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 03 Jan 2017, 11:50

Petra - Beat The System (1984) (Star Song Records Reissue 1990)

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Year : 1984 (Star Song Records Reissue 1990)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + all scans + Video
Size : 120 mb


Bio:

Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

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Beat the System is the seventh studio album of the Christian rock band, Petra. It was released in 1985.It is the first album to feature John Lawry on keyboards, although he only joined towards the end of the recording process; his contributions were limited to some overdubs on the songs "Beat the System", "Clean" and "Adonai".Most of the keyboards on the album, as well as all the bass and drum parts, were performed by session musician Carl Marsh; Petra members Mark Kelly (bass) and Louie Weaver (drums) did not perform on the album.Fairlight programmer Rhett Lawrence added some elements to "Clean" and "Hollow Eyes".Carl Marsh's programming, under the direction of producer Jonathan David Brown, veered the sound of the album more in the techno-rock genre of music.It is also the last studio album to feature the vocals of Greg X. Volz.The album includes the band's second cover of "God Gave Rock and Roll to You", the first being on 1977's Come and Join Us. While the album credits Argent's Russ Ballard as sole songwriter this version, like the earlier version, contains lyrics not heard in the original Argent version.Guitarist Bob Hartman stated that the recordings of some songs were left unfinished for the album and subsequently never released.Nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Gospel Performance in 1985.

Line-Up:

Bob Hartman guitar, backing vocals
Mark Kelly synthesizer, bass, backing vocals
John Lawry keyboards, backing vocals
Greg X. Volz lead vocals
Louie Weaver percussion, drums

Production

Jonathan David Brown - Producer

Recording

Recorded and Mixed by Jonathan David Brown
Assisted by Todd Van Etten
Additional recording at The Bennett House Recording Studios, Franklin, Tennessee
Assisted by J.T. Cantwell and Don Cobb
Mastering at Future Disc Systems by Steve Hall

Tracklist:

01. Beat the System 4:24
02. Computer Brains 4:01
03. Clean 3:02
04. It Is Finished 3:54
05. Voice in the Wind 4:31
06. God Gave Rock and Roll to You 3:54
07. Witch Hunt 4:35
08. Hollow Eyes 4:03
09. Speak to the Sky 4:18
10. Adonai 4:42

+ Video "Beat the System" (Official Video)


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 19 Apr 2023, 14:29

Petra - Fifty - Anniversary Collection (3CD) (Deluxe Edition) (2023)

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Year : 2023 (Girder Records Edition)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans
Size : 491 mb


Bio:

Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

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Petra, the legendary Christian rock band, is celebrating their 50th anniversary with the release of this special 3-disc collection featuring 50 career-spanning remastered tracks, chosen by the band's founder and guitarist, Bob Hartman, showcasing the band's incredible talent and enduring influence on Christian music.The 50th anniversary marks a significant milestone for Petra, who have been at the forefront of Christian rock since their inception in 1972. Over the years, Petra has released 24 albums and won four Grammy Awards, inspiring generations of Christians with their powerful message and musical prowess.The "Petra - Fifty (Anniversary Collection)" features classic hits like "This Means War," "Beyond Belief," and "More Power to Ya," as well other gems that have helped define the band's legacy. The collection also includes a 24 page book featuring rare photos and reflections from the band members along with the complete Petra story."We're thrilled to be celebrating our 50th anniversary with this special collection of our music," said Petra's founding member Bob Hartman. "I'm excited to share these career-spanning tracks that have shaped our journey over the years. It's been an incredible journey, and we're grateful for the opportunity to continue sharing our message of faith, hope, and love with our fans around the world."Available in both standard and deluxe edition. The deluxe edition includes a special UV printed outer-sleeve and 3 LTD collector cards. As a bonus surprise, some deluxe versions will include a hand-autographed card from Bob Hartman and John Schlitt.The release of "Petra - Fifty (Anniversary Collection)" is a must-have for fans and collectors alike. The collection is set to release on April 7, 2023.

Line-Up:

John Schlitt – Vocals
Bob Hartman – Guitar
Greg Bailey – Bass
Cristian Borneo – Drums
John Lawry – keyboards

Tracklist:

CD1:

PETRA – 1974
01. Walkin’ in the Light (3:16)
02. Back Sliding Blues (4:30)

COME AND JOIN US - 1977
03. God Gave Rock and Roll to You (5:36)

WASHES WHITER THAN - 1979
04. Why Should the Father Bother? (3:46)
05. Yahweh Love (5:36)
06. Morning Star (4:47)

NEVER SAY DIE - 1981
07. Chameleon (5:48)
08. Angel of Light (4:21)
09. Without Him We Can Do Nothing (3:27)
10. Praise Ye the Lord (3:18)

MORE POWER TO YA - 1982
11. Second Wind (4:36)
12. Judas' Kiss (4:44)
13. Road To Zion (4:01)
14. All Over Me (5:53)
15. More Power To Ya (3:35)

CD2:

NOT OF THIS WORLD - 1983
16. Not of This World (4:51)
17. Bema Seat (3:54)
18. Grave Robber (4:18)
19. Not by Sight (3:20)
20 Godpleaser (4:35)

BEAT THE SYSTEM - 1985
21. Beat the System (4:22)
22. It Is Finished (3:52)
23. Adonai (4:42)
24 Hollow Eyes (4:03)
25 God Gave Rock And Roll To You (3:54)

BACK TO THE STREET - 1986
26. Whole World (4:50)
27. Thankful Heart (3:17)

THIS MEANS WAR! (1987)
28. This Means War! (3:30)
29. He Came, He Saw, He Conquered (4:10)

ON FIRE! - 1988
30. All Fired Up (4:30)
31. Mine Field(4:28)
32. First Love (4:10)
33. Counsel of the Holy (3:37)

CD3:

PETRA PRAISE: THE ROCK CRIES OUT - 1989
34. I Love the Lord

BEYOND BELIEF - 1990
35. Creed (4:35)
36. Beyond Belief (5:03)
37. Love 4:11)
38. Seen And Not Heard (4:29)
39. Prayer (4:14)
40. I Am On The Rock (4:35)

UNSEEN POWER - 1991
41. Sight Unseen
42. Dance (3:45)

WAKE UP CALL - 1993
43. Midnight Oil (3:17)
44. Just Reach Out (4:28)

NO DOUBT - 1995
45. Enter In (5:00)
46. No Doubt (4:53)

PETRA PRAISE II - WE NEED JESUS - 1997
47. Lord I Lift Your Name On High (3:01)
48. Lovely Lord (4:26)
49 We Need Jesus (4:02)

JEKYLL AND HYDE - 2003
50. Jekyll & Hyde (3:04)


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 09 Aug 2023, 06:47

Petra - Beyond Belief (1990) (Girder Music / Curb / Word Entertainment Records Edition 2023)

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Year : 1990 (Girder Music / Curb / Word Entertainment Records Edition 2023)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans + Videos
Size : 159 mb


Bio:

Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

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Girder Music and Word/Curb Records presents an exciting collaboration, remastered CDs of three iconic Petra albums: "Beyond Belief," "Unseen Power," and "Wake Up Call." Meticulously remastered by the esteemed audio engineer, Rob Colwell and expertly crafted design layouts by the talented Scott Waters, each reissued album is accompanied by limited edition collector cards with 12 page booklets in a jewel case. While these reissued albums proudly bear the Girder Music Presents hype stickers on their covers, we want to emphasize that this collaboration marks a historic moment, they are not licensed to Girder Records as many of our releases are however this is a true collaboration brought to you through the combined efforts of Girder Music and Word/Curb Records. Rest assured, the Girder Music touch is evident in every aspect, ensuring that the experience of these reissues lives up to the high standards you have come to expect and many have called the Girder treatment. Only 1500 of each of these are available.Beyond Belief was huge, the band's most successful release ever, peaking at No. 1 on the Christian charts and certified Gold by the RIAA. The radio single "Love" shot to the top of the charts and stayed there, becoming Christian radio's biggest hit of that year.It won the band its first Grammy, in the newly created Best Rock/Contemporary Gospel Album category, as well as Dove awards for Rock Album of the Year, Rock Recorded Song of the Year for the title track, and Recorded Music Packaging of the Year. More historically, the Gospel Music Association for the first time honored a rock band as Group of the Year, as Petra beat contemporary artists in the competition.The band was at the peak of its popularity, playing to sold-out arenas of fans on yet another nationwide tour. In CCM Magazine's year-end Reader's Choice Awards, the band swept to first place in multiple categories and garnered many votes for pop/rock artist of the year.The success of Petra Praise opened the door for even greater success than Petra had seen previously. The Christian rock scene had exploded, and the critics of the past decade had largely been silenced. The band went back to the studio to record a hard-hitting album that would be accompanied by a concept movie, in which the characters interact with the band between music videos.Lyrically, the album focused on the concept of faith implied by the album's title, Beyond Belief, with radio singles entitled "Creed," "Love," and "Prayer," as well as the title track and "I Am on the Rock." Musically, the band embraced a hard rock sound reminiscent of Def Leppard, as described by CCM Magazine: "Petra has certainly moved more and more toward a big, arena rock sound in the past few years, and Beyond Belief is, if not completely Kansas-inspired, certainly on par with some of the best arena rock music around." The band also, for the first time, drew from a handful of local non-accredited artists during the album's recording.

2023 Girder/Curb - Remastered
1990 Grammy Award™ for Best Rock/Contemporary Gospel Album
1990 3 Dove Awards, Rock Albums of the Year, Song of the Year and Recorded Music Package
Girder Music Presents Hype Sticker
8 Page Booklet, CD Jewel Case
LTD.Collectors Trading Card Legacy Series
Release Date: July 21, 2023
Originally Release on Dayspring 1990
Girder / Curb Collaboration and Band Approved!

Line-Up:

John Schlitt – lead vocals
Bob Hartman – lead guitar, backing vocals
John Lawry – keyboards, backing vocals
Ronny Cates – bass, backing vocals
Louie Weaver – drums
John Andrew Schreiner – additional keyboards
John Elefante, Dino Elefante, Dave Amato – backing vocals

+ Backing Vocals – Dave Amato, Dino Elefante, John Elefante, John Schlitt

Production:

A&R [A&R Direction] – Lynn Keesecker
Arranged By – Bob Hartman, Dino Elefante, John Elefante
Art Direction – Buddy Jackson
Booklet Editor [Copy Editor] – John DeLaurentis
Coordinator [Art Production Coordinator] – Amy Linde
Design – B. Middleworth
Engineer [Assistant Engineer] – Jeff Simmons
Engineer [Engineered By] – Dino Elefante, John Elefante, Mike Mireau
Executive-Producer [2023 Remastered Edition] – Greg Hays
Hair, Make-Up – Carol Buckley-Frazier
Layout, Design [2023 Remastered Edition] – Scott Waters
Mastered By – Bob Ludwig
Photography By – Mark Tucker
Producer [Produced By] – Dino Elefante, John Elefante
Remastered By [2023 Remastered Edition] – Rob Colwell
Stylist – Susan Wakulsky

Tracklist:

01. Armed And Dangerous
02. I Am On The Rock
03. Creed
04. Beyond Belief
05. Love
06. Underground
07. Seen And Not Heard
08. Last Daze
09. What’s In A Name
10. Prayer

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+ Video "I Am On The Rock" (Official Video)



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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 09 Aug 2023, 08:18

Petra - Unseen Power (1991) (Girder Music / Curb / Word Entertainment Records Edition 2023)

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Year : 1991 (Girder Music / Curb / Word Entertainment Records Edition 2023)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans + Videos
Size : 151 mb


Bio:

Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

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Girder Music and Word/Curb Records presents an exciting collaboration, remastered CDs of three iconic Petra albums: "Beyond Belief," "Unseen Power," and "Wake Up Call." Meticulously remastered by the esteemed audio engineer, Rob Colwell and expertly crafted design layouts by the talented Scott Waters, each reissued album is accompanied by limited edition collector cards with 12 page booklets in a jewel case. While these reissued albums proudly bear the Girder Music Presents hype stickers on their covers, we want to emphasize that this collaboration marks a historic moment, they are not licensed to Girder Records as many of our releases are however this is a true collaboration brought to you through the combined efforts of Girder Music and Word/Curb Records. Rest assured, the Girder Music touch is evident in every aspect, ensuring that the experience of these reissues lives up to the high standards you have come to expect and many have called the Girder treatment. Only 1500 of each of these are available.Released in 1991 on Dayspring Records, Unseen Power was the thirteenth studio album by Petra. It won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Gospel Album in 1992, and a Dove Award for Rock Recording Song for “Destiny.” It features a cover of Rev. Timothy Wright’s Gospel song “Who’s on the Lord’s Side,” with a rock flavor. Other popular songs are the rhythmic “Dance,” with music composed by John Elefante, and the rocking “Ready, Willing, and Able.”"Unseen Power" showcases Petra at the height of their creative prowess, delivering a collection of anthems that will captivate and inspire listeners. From the moment you press play, you'll be swept away by the electrifying guitar riffs, thunderous drums, and soaring vocals that define Petra's signature sound for years to come.The album opens with the electrifying title track, "Destiny," a high-energy anthem that sets the tone for what's to come. With its powerful message of faith and the unseen forces at work in our lives, the song resonates deeply, inviting listeners to tap into their own inner strength.As you delve further into the album, you'll encounter a diverse range of tracks that showcase Petra's musical versatility. From the infectious hooks of "Dance" to the melodic rock ballad "I Need To Hear From You," each song carries a unique energy that will have you singing along and moving to the rhythm."Unseen Power" also features heartfelt and introspective tracks such as "Who's on the Lord's Side" which explore the complexities of faith, loyalty, and redemption. These songs provide a deeper glimpse into the band's thought-provoking songwriting and lyrical depth.Throughout the album, Petra's unwavering commitment to their Christian beliefs shines through, delivering messages of hope, perseverance, and the transformative power of faith. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to their music, "Unseen Power" will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on your soul.With its masterful production, exceptional musicianship, and spiritually uplifting lyrics, "Unseen Power" is a testament to Petra's enduring legacy as one of the most influential bands in Christian rock history. This album is a true gem that will stand the test of time, continuing to inspire and resonate with listeners for generations to come.Immerse yourself in the unforgettable experience of "Unseen Power" and discover the musical brilliance of Petra. Let the electrifying rhythms, soul-stirring melodies, and powerful messages ignite your spirit and leave an indelible mark on your musical journey. Get ready to unleash the unseen power within.

2023 Girder/Curb - Remastered
1992 Grammy Award™ for Best Gospel Rock Album
1993 Dove Award for Rock Recorded Song "Destiny"
Girder Music Presents Hype Sticker
12 Page Booklet, CD Jewel Case
LTD.Collectors Trading Card Legacy Series
Release Date: July 21, 2023
Originally Release on Dayspring 1991
Girder / Curb Collaboration and Band Approved!

Line-Up:

John Schlitt – vocals
Bob Hartman – guitars, arrangements
John Lawry – keyboards, arrangements
Ronny Cates – bass
Louie Weaver – drums

+ Backing Vocals [Additional] – Alfie Silas, Alfred McCrary, Doug Beiden, Howard McCrary, Jamie Rowe, Olivia McClurkin, Perry Morgan, Rob Rock, Ron Gollner*, Rose Stone, Sara Tennison, Tony Palacios

Production:

A&R [A&R Direction] – Lynn Keesecker
Arranged By – Bob Hartman, Dino Elefante, John Elefante, John Lawry
Art Direction – Ed Goble, Loren Balman, Patrick Pollei
Booklet Editor [Copy Editor] – John DeLaurentis
Coordinator [Art Production Coordinator] – Amy Linde
Design – Michael Goldenberg, Patrick Pollei, Steve Fryer
Engineer [Engineered By] – Dino Elefante, Doug Beiden, J.R. McNeely, John Elefante
Executive-Producer [2023 Remastered Edition] – Greg Hays
Hair – Helena Occhipinti
Layout, Design [2023 Remastered Edition] – Scott Waters
Make-Up – Margaret Kimura
Mastered By – Chris Bellman
Mixed By – Neil Kernon
Mixed By [Assisted By] – Doug Beiden, J.R. McNeely
Other [Location] – William A. Chapman
Photography By [Band Photography] – Jeff Katz
Photography By [Cover Concept Photography] – Neill Whitlock
Producer [Produced By] – Dino Elefante, John Elefante
Remastered By [2023 Remastered Edition] – Rob Colwell
Stylist – Keki Mingus

Tracklist:

01. Destiny
02. Who’s on the Lord’s Side
03. Ready, Willing, and Able
04. Hand on My Heart
05. I Need to Hear from You
06. Dance
07. Secret Weapon
08. Sight Unseen
09. Hey World
10. In the Likeness of You

+ Video "Dance" (Official Video)
+ Video "Destiny" (Official Video)



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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 16 Jan 2025, 09:53

Petra - Jekyll & Hyde (2003) (Girder Music Records Edition 2024)

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Year : 2003 (Girder Music/Curb/Word Entertainment Records Edition 2024)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans
Size : 73 mb


Bio:

Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

Album:

As part of their Legends Of Rock series, Girder Records just released past December 27th their own remastered version of PETRA‘s album ”Jekyll & Hyde”, featured in exclusive here.Petra’s ”Jekyll & Hyde” marked a pivotal moment in the band’s storied career. Originally released in 2003, simply put, ”Jekyll & Hyde” is the band’s most powerful and heavy album, featuring a bold, metallic sound that resonated with fans and critics alike. It is clearly Petra’s hardest album to date. Now, beautifully remastered by Rob Colwell, ”Jekyll & Hyde” sounds even heavier, with more punch.While metallic from every corner, ”Jekyll & Hyde” still is very much Petra – melodic, polished, catchy. It’s a really potent record: 10 songs at the 3-minute mark, album is 31 minutes long. Oh yeah, to the jugular, no tricks, effective biting songs.From the jarring riffs of the title cut to the amazing, Boston-like hook scored through with overdriven guitars on “Perfect World,” John Schlitt soars like a kid 20 years his junior on vocals. The tempo on most of the tracks, such as “Test of Time,” is tough, ballsy, crunchy.You’d never expected Petra with teeth and menace? Check out ”Jekyll & Hyde’, you’ll be pleasantly surprised.Few bands have impacted the history of Christian rock music like Petra has. It’s been since the ’70s the band has released their self-titled debut, and it’s been an incredible run. In 2003, following a few worship records, the band answered the call of longtime fans crying out for a return to their glory days of rock n’ roll with their release of ”Jekyll & Hyde”.In 2001, Petra released Revival, a modern worship record that departed from the typical sounds Petra had become known for, forming what was a fresh and relevant album.But it left a question on many diehard fans’ minds: “Can these guys still rock?”
”Jekyll & Hyde” responds with a resounding “Yes.”With the departure of original drummer Louie Weaver (and the controversy surrounding him apparently being kicked out of the band), the only remaining members are founder guitarist Bob Hartman and lead vocalist John Schlitt. Now on Peter Furler’s (of The Newsboys) own label Inpop Records, it isn’t a wonder to see just how involved members of the Newsboys got on this record.The album was produced by Furler, programming was accomplished by Jeff Frankenstein, and background vocals were leant by Phil Joel and Furler as well. The Aussies indeed add to the record.The album opens strong with the title track, leading in with a subtle guitar followed by a ferocious riff and pounding drums. Petra maintains a hint of arena rock flavor all over, but everything is heavy here. Bordering on metal at times, ”Jekyll & Hyde” ultimately still feels like a Petra record, due to Hartman’s familiar songwriting and Schlitt’s characteristic vocals.”Jekyll & Hyde” is one badass hard n’ heavy record full of great songs, proggy hooks, stunning riffs, and a possibility that lies behind its text. They did another ‘different’ album here. Who can ask for more from a band that has been at it for four+ decades?

Line-Up:

John Schlitt – vocals
Bob Hartman – guitars
Phil Joel, Wade Jaynes – bass
Peter Furler – drums
Jeff Frankenstein – drums, programming

+ Backing Vocals – Greg Bailey, Jamie Rowe, Peter Furler, Phil Joel

Production:

Engineer – Bob Hartman, Dan Rudin
Mastered By – Richard Dodd
Mixed By – Kevin Pickle, Tony Palacios
Producer – Peter Furler
Programmed By – Jeff Frankenstein
Recorded By – Dan Rudin
Remastered By – Rob Colwell

Tracklist:

01. Jekyll and Hyde
02. All About Who You Know
03. Stand
04. Woulda, Shoulda, Coulda
05. Perfect World
06. Test of Time
07. I Will Seek You
08. Life as We Know It
09. Till Everything I Do
10. Sacred Trust


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 03 Jún 2025, 06:18

Petra - On Fire! (1988) (Girder Music Records Edition 2022)

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Year : 1988 (Girder Music Records Edition 2022)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + all scans
Size : 104 mb


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Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

Album:

Girder Records remastered reissue of PETRA 1988’s album “On Fire!“, as part of the label’s Legends Of Rock series. Now if you love that late ’80s U.S. melodic hard rock sound, polished yet punchy, then “On Fire!” is a must have in your collection.All Petra remastered reissues by Girder Records are really good, but this is just fabulous. Originally produced by Dino & John Elefante, this album is h-u-g-e. And their job at the desk was so good that the album really benefits with a remaster from the original multi-track tapes. You need to hear this CD!Musically, “On Fire!”, while still very melodic, it’s really hard rocking sharp, crisp, with a great attack for the most part.After ‘This Means War’ dropped in 1987 with such success, no one would ever go on record saying that Petra would be able to top it. But Petra and magicians Dino & John Elefante had other plans, forging an entirely new album that would go down as one of the band’s all-time great works, and for many, their absolute favorite.This is the first Petra album to feature Ronny Cates on bass who would remain with the band until 1995. With his addition to the line-up, the band started their more stable period in terms of line-up. Schlitt, Hartman, Cates, Lawry and Weaver would remain together for seven years and six albums.And Cates resulted a great addition – his rounded bass lines are awesome, and this remaster takes the best of ’em. The difference with the original CD in terms of sound output is incredible. The bass on this album kills.Well, the entire band shine as usual, Petra was at their peek here as musicians, and on this album, literally on fire!Title track “All Fired Up” is first of three heavy hitters to open the album. It sets the tone with its staunch rhythm guitar, leaving no doubt as to the group’s buffeting intentions with its harrying mentality but also not backing from a melodic benchmark, unveiled in the forthrightly exuberant refrain. Founding member Bob Hartman might not be the flashiest lead guitarist, but his playing is melodic and stays true to the strength of the song.“Hit You Where You Live” starts to a drum solo ahead of delivering ample low end groove alongside thickset guitar proclivity. Main difference, however, is a heightened keyboard presence, referencing the skilled work of John Lawry. Refrain particularly stands out with its fathomless ‘hit you where you live, you can’t hold back’ appeal.“Mine Field” ranks with albums heaviest. Song delivers the type of metal edge and bite that it would not sound out of place on a Whitecross album, although a contrasting commercial component reveals in the glossy backing vocals hinting of Stryper. Schlitt complements the arresting scene with his trademark gritty and raspy but always heartfelt vocal abilities.Ballad “First Love” is solid with its gracious melody but trends melodic hard rock and AOR territory. Hence, piano, spotless keyboards and pristine vocal harmonies convey its length. “Defector” also touches upon metal. It ups tempo to a more contentious angle, the keyed up timekeeping of drummer Louie Weaver lends to the expeditious flair, as an anthem like compositing of focused momentum and radiant energy leads the authoritative way. Fleet backing vocals lend a refining touch.“Counsel Of The Holy” brings back PETRA mid-80s AOR, a midtempo with bite, and a very good one at that! It commences to a warm aligning of rhythm guitar and keyboards, with guitar dropping from the mix for the piano-laced verse sections only to return and shoulder the demonstrative – and quite engaging – refrain. Offshoot is albums most immediately radio friendly melody – and one of Petra’s finer Eighties songs.“Somebody’s Gonna Praise His Name” ensues in underscoring the Petra melodic rock tradition. It begins slowly in angelic fashion to restful harmonizing, not gaining initiative until understated guitar takes over and impels things forward in mirroring a melodic rock-based form as opposed to hard rock.In contrast with the heavier tracks on the album, “Open Book” is AORish, almost pop-rock – noting the abundant melody – with a prominent keyboard mix. We appreciate Ronny Cates’ distinguished bass line, and as always Schlitt performs admirably.If we speak about Petra John Schlitt era albums, ”On Fire!” is among the best – if not the best. This is Petra ‘hard rock’ with polish, edge, balanced by a few ’80s AORish songs. Strong writing & arrangements (the Elefante Bros were involved as well), great playing and top notch production.Really good 1988’s American melodic/hard stuff.

Line-Up:

John Schlitt – lead vocals, backing vocals
Bob Hartman – guitars
Ronny Cates – bass
Louie Weaver – drums
John Lawry – keyboards, backing vocals

+ guests:

John Andrew Schreiner – keyboards, programming
Bob Carlisle, Riki Michele – backing vocals
John Elefante – backing vocals, arrangements
Dino Elefante – arrangements
Backing Vocals [Background Vocals By] – Bob Carlisle, John Elefante, John Lawry, John Schlitt, Rikki Michelle* (tracks: 10)

Production:

Art Direction – Dave Rogers
Engineer [Assistant Engineers] – Greg Parker, Jeff Simmons, Mannie Parker
Engineer [Engineered By] – Dino Elefante, John Elefante, Mike Mireau
Executive-Producer – Greg Hays
Illustration [Cover Illustration] – Ken Westphal
Layout, Design – Scott Waters
Musician [Additional], Keyboards, Programmed By [Programming] – John Andrew Schreiner
Musician [Additional], Programmed By [Programming] – Tim Heitz
Producer [Produced By] – Dino Elefante, John Elefante
Programmed By [Computer Programming] – John Lawry
Remastered By – Rob Colwell

Tracklist:

01. All Fired Up
02. Hit You Where You Live
03. Mine Field
04. First Love
05. Defector
06. Counsel of the Holy
07. Somebody’s Gonna Praise His Name
08. Open Book
09. Stand In the Gap
10. Homeless Few


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 04 Jún 2025, 06:19

Petra - Petra (1974) (Girder Music Records Edition 2024)

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Year : 1974 (Girder Music Records Edition 2024)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans
Size : 80 mb


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Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

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Girder Music presents fully remastered audio on both CD and 180 gram color vinyl of the first two Petra albums 1974 and Come and Join Us. It took us years working with Word|Curb records to make these releases happen, but we did it. The audio has undergone a complete remastering, achieved through an official collaboration between Word|Curb and Girder Music. Originally released in 1974, Petra's first album comes in a burgundy vinyl, 180 gram audiophile pressing, Girder Music presents a hype sticker and 2-sided insert with lyrics and is part of a limited run vinyl series and is now a collectors dream.Petra's debut album, released on Myrrh Records in 1974, coincided with the period when Bob Hartman, Greg Hough, Bill Glover, and John DeGroff were shaping their signature raw, guitar-driven rock-n-roll sound infused with the spirit of rural America. Tracks like 'Walkin' In The Light', 'Wake Up', and 'Get Back To The Bible' resonate with energy, propelled by electrifying leads. Notable is the inclusion of the classic slow blues rocker 'Back Sliding Blues'. While a couple of tracks rock hard, the hillbilly bluegrass diversion 'Lucas McGraw' has become a fan favorite. The back cover boldly declares "Petra is... Rock - massive - with spiritual overtones", signaling the beginning of a legendary musical journey. If you missed this album, this is the moment you add this to you collection because now fifty years later, this album still sounds amazing. Classic rock at its best.The provocateurs of Jesus rock have enjoyed a long and fruitful career, spanning from 1974 to present, possibly the most consistent and prominent act to record/tour for a five-decade career. The early years of Petra find them in a more guitar-driven and stripped down 70s rock sound in the vein of their contemporaries The Allman Brothers and Cream. Bob Hartman plays very tasty guitar on their debut, arguably his best soloing on titles such as I Am Not Ashamed, Storm Comin’ and Get Back to the Bible. The song structure on Wake Up take me back to early Santana in its rock fusion textures. And of course, the highly notable Backslider Blues, serves as an early example of blues rock in true form.Petra began as a band in 1972, recording their first album in 1974. Very few bands have made an impact and lasted as long as Petra, fifty years to be exact. Many fans didn't hear or even know about Petra until they had already won their first Grammy in 1990 for Best Rock Contemporary Album for Beyond Belief. Real Petra fans were following the band long before the masses jumped on the bandwagon. Many of us followed them from the beginning, or so we thought. After all, wasn't "Washes Whiter Than" and "Never Say Die" the band's first albums? Many of us "real fans" actually thought so because it wasn't until "Washes Whiter Than" and "Never Say Die," and great promotion from Star Song as the go-to Christian rock label of the day accompanied by great distribution, that many of us became real fans. Truth be told, Petra released these two milestone records in the '70s long before the band's '80s era of high-tech sounds and futuristic guitar spaceships adorned covers. Bob Hartman, Greg Hough, Bill Glover, and John DeGroff were crafting raw, guitar-driven rock 'n' roll very reminiscent of CCR, Allman Bros., and even Cream.One of the greatest things about these first two early Petra albums is the progression of what it actually brought us. When so many of us were discouraged that we couldn’t find rock ‘n’ roll that was anywhere close to the counterpart that was available on a secular scene, these albums closed that gap. There were a few bands that changed that mindset for us Christian rockers, and at the top of most people's list was the band Petra. Although these first two early albums were not as well-known, they are just as good. If you are a true Petra fan, these are not only must-haves for your collection, but you must put them on and play them. You'll realize now, 50 years later, how great these albums really are. Back in the day, in the mid-'80s when there were flying guitars and spaceships on the album covers, we often mocked classic rock as being not as rock ‘n’ roll. If you didn't have long hair and leather pants with a flying V guitar, you weren't cool. However, looking back now, we realize not only were these albums great, they were also defining moments for the Christian music scene. These albums stand alone as a testament to what great classic Christian rock should be, yet few accomplished.

Line-Up:

Bob Hartman - guitar, banjo, vocals
Greg Hough - guitar, mandolin, vocals
John DeGroff - bass guitar, guitar on "Lucas McGraw"
Bill Glover - drums, percussion, bass on "Lucas McGraw"

Production:

Recorded At – Milam Studios
Remastered At – Bombworks Sound
Designed At – NoLifeTilMetal
Published By – Monya Music
Manufactured By – The ADS Group – 25260-CD-0373
Copyist – John Delaurentis
Engineer – Terry Jamison, Thom Byler
Executive-Producer – Greg Hays
Layout, Design – Scott Waters (2)
Music By, Lyrics By – Bob Hartman (tracks: 1 to 3, 5 to 10), Greg Hough (tracks: 4, 8)
Producer – Billy Ray Hearn
Remastered By – Rob Colwell

Tracklist:

01. Walkin' in the Light (03:16)
02. Mountains and Valleys (02:48)
03. Lucas McGraw (03:24)
04. Wake Up (03:40)
05. Backslidin' Blues (04:30)
06. Get Back to the Bible (02:21)
07. Gonna Fly Away (04:55)
08. I'm Not Ashamed (03:02)
09. Storm Comin' (04:31)
10. Parting Thought (01:32)


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Petra - Come And Join Us (1977) (Girder Music Records Edition 2024)

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Year : 1977 (Girder Music Records Edition 2024)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans
Size : 84 mb


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Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

Album:

Girder Music and Word/Curb Records presents this collaboration to release for the first time remastered CD’s of PETRA early albums. Meticulously remastered by esteemed audio engineer Rob Colwell, the sound quality obtained on “Come and Join Us“, the band’s sophomore 1977’s LP is really good, with a crisp sonic output.It’s pretty cool to revisit Petra origins, as it was a completely different band. Previous reissue (non-remastered) altered the album’s track list – this one respect the original LP sequence, as intended by the band.Still with classic rock & southern / Americana influences as on the debut album, “Come and Join Us” is more rock oriented. Founding Petra guitarist Bob Hartman wanted to title the album “God Gave Rock and Roll to You”, after one of the songs. This song was written by Russ Ballard for his band Argent, and later became a hard rock anthem, covered by other bands like KISS (1991) and Bride (1993). Petra’s version is very good.Also – like their previous album – there is no lead singer per se. Instead, the lead vocals are handled by guitarists Hartman and Greg Hough, and some guests. One of the guest singers is Greg X. Volz who later became the band’s full-time vocalist.

Line-Up:

Bob Hartman – guitar, vocals
Greg Hough – guitar, vocals
John DeGroff – bass

+ guests:

Greg X. Volz – lead vocals on 1, 3, 9
Steve Camp – percussion, guest vocals
Karen Morrison – guest vocals
Austin Roberts – guest vocals
Bill Glover – drums, percussion
Steve McElyea – keyboards
Steve Mergen, Allen C. Hornung – percussion

Production:

Remastered At – Bombworks Sound
Published By – Verulam Music Co. Ltd.
Published By – Marquis Songs USA
Published By – Petsong Publishing
Manufactured By – The ADS Group – 25260-CD-0374
Arranged By – Petra
Artwork – Dennis Bellile
Copyist – John Delaurentis
Engineer – Terry Jamison
Engineer [Assistant Engineer] – Allen C. Hornung, Bill Olszewski
Executive-Producer – Greg Hays
Layout – Scott Waters
Logo – Craig Yoe
Mastered By – Lanky Linstrot
Musician [Additional], Drums – Bill Glover
Musician [Additional], Keyboards – Steve McElyea
Musician [Additional], Percussion – Allen C. Hornung, Bill Glover, Cowbell Bob*, Houghie I*, Steve Camp, Steve Mergen, Steve Pfeiffer
Producer, Vocals [Additional Vocals] – Austin Roberts
Remastered By – Rob Colwell

Tracklist:

01. God Gave Rock And Roll To You
02. Holy Ghost Power
03. Woman Don’t You Know
04. Sally
05. Come And Join Us
06. Where Can I Go
07. Without You I Would Surely Die
08. Ask Him In
09. God Gave Rock And Roll To You (Reprise)


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 05 Jún 2025, 07:56

Petra - Washes Whiter Than (1979) (Girder Music Records Edition 2021)

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Year : 1979 (Girder Music Records Edition 2021)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + scans
Size : 95 mb


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Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

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Originally released in 1979, Washes Whiter Than has never been on CD with all 10 songs, until now. I know that is hard to believe but it was only released as a double album alongside of Never Say Die in 1988, leaving off 2 songs (#7 “Couldn't Find Love Without You” and #9 “Magic Words”). Finally, 42 years later we get to celebrate this complete album on CD for the first time ever. Now, completely remastered from original sources and containing all 10 songs in the order it was originally released on cassette and vinyl. Complete with LTD trading card, with an 8-page booklet containing lyrics, photos, and original credits in a jewel case. Incidentally, the original 1988 double album had all 10 songs listed on the disc face but not on the back of the CD (tray card) and were not actually on the CD. The tray card also incorrectly had Never Say Die listed first and Washes Whiter Than second.Washes Whiter Than is the third studio album by the Christian rock band Petra. It was released in 1979 amidst major line-up changes that saw all but one of the founding band members leave.The album features a more mellow style when compared to the band's two previous efforts. Part of the reason for this is that the group wanted to get away from the controversy surrounding the hard rock style of their earlier releases. The softer material on this record achieved greater airplay on Christian radio stations than had their previous albums.This is also the first release to feature singer Greg X. Volz as an official band member. Musician Rob Frazier, who later went on to have a solo career, is also featured as lead vocalist in several of the songs, as well as playing most of the instrumentation together with founder Bob Hartman.The album was reissued by Star Song Records on a 2-on-1 CD package together with 1981's Never Say Die. The songs "(Couldn't Find Love) Without You" and "Magic Words" were cut from this edition to save space.

Line-Up:

Bob Hartman – lead guitar, rhythm guitar, backing vocals, track arrangements
Greg X. Volz – lead vocals (1, 4, 6, 8), backing vocals
Rob Frazier – lead vocals (1–3, 5–7, 9–10), backing vocals, keyboards, guitars, track arrangements

+ guests:

George Atwell – keyboards, track arrangements, horn and string arrangements, conductor
Gerald Byron – guitars
Joel Balin – guitars
Chip Meyers – bass
Randy Nichols – drums, percussion
Bob Prince

Production:

Recorded At – Bee Jay Recording Studio
Remastered At – Bombworks Sound
Designed At – NoLifeTilMetal
Published By – Dawn Treader Music
Manufactured By – The ADS Group – 24376-CD-0071
Arranged By [Strings And Horns Arranged By], Conductor [String And Horns Conducted By] – George Atwell
Arranged By [Tracks Arranged By ... With] – George Atwell
Arranged By [Tracks Arranged By] – Bob Hartman, Rob Frazier
Artwork [Album Cover Art By] – George Werth
Directed By [Album Direction By] – Dan R. Brock
Engineer [Engineered By] – Andy DeGanahl
Executive-Producer – Greg Hays
Layout, Design – Scott Waters
Producer [Produced By] – George Atwell
Remastered By – Rob Colwell

Tracklist:

01. I'm Thankful 4:21
02. Why Should the Father Bother? 3:46
03. Morning Star 4:47
04. Magic Mirror 3:27
05. Mary's Song 4:00
06. Yahweh Love 5:38
07. (Couldn't Find Love) Without You 4:19
08. Taste and See 3:23
09. Magic Words 3:27
10. Deep Love 3:57


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 06 Jan 2026, 05:58

Petra - Hope (2026)

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Year : 2026 (Girder Music Records Edition)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + front
Size : 82 mb


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Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

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PETRA is, without question, the world’s most beloved Christian rock band. Over the course of five decades they accomplished what every band sets out to do, but few achieve. With millions of records sold, Grammy Awards, Dove Awards, international recognition, and sold-out shows around the globe, Petra didn’t just create great music, they defined what we know today as Christian rock.Now after more than 20 years since their last studio album, Petra has returned 2026 with ”HOPE”, their newest album containing 10 new songs. This album was not built from ideas “left in the tank.” HOPE is a focused, intentional statement—and further proof that Petra remains one of the greatest rock bands on the planet.Crafted quietly behind the scenes while on tour, the album was driven by founding member Bob Hartman, whose unmistakable guitar work anchors every song. John Schlitt delivers vocals that are as powerful, polished, and commanding as ever, supported by the masterful keyboard work of John Lawry, the rock-solid bass of Greg Bailey, and the precision drumming of Cristian Bornero. These are seasoned professionals at the top of their craft—and it shows in every note.It’s been 23 years since Petra’s last studio record- Jekyll & Hyde– their heaviest record. From there, they did a final farewell tour and we all thought the book had closed on Petra. Over the years, they’d do a few one-shot shows or small tours, followed by their 50th anniversary tour a few years back.In 2013, Petra released a single for their 40th anniversary, then rumblings began last year of a new Petra album. Fast forward to 2026 and we have it – ”Hope”.”Hope” isn’t quite as heavy as previous records but still packs a punch. It’s also hard to compare it to other records because Petra have always changed things up from album to album, with each one having a different and unique feel, vibe, energy and identity.This Means War!, On Fire, Beyond Belief, Unseen Power, Wake Up Call all sounded completely different, and the band has always reinvented themselves with each record.Opener “Filthy Lucre” is a hard-hitting track that rocks hard and warns about the dangers of money and greed, reminding you how it can take over your life and soul, while “Kiss the Coals” is a little bit more melodic but still rocks hard. Featuring a dark bluesy guitar open from Bob Hartman, “Kiss the Coals” is definitely one of the standout tracks on the record.“Oxygen” is one of the songs that will get people talking – purely for how different it is than anything Petra have ever done. It sees them channeling their inner Santana.“Skin in the Game” is one of the heaviest on the record and goes hand-in-hand with “It Is Finished” but heavier and purely addictive, while “We Rejoice in Hope” would have fit perfectly on Petra Praise: The Rock Cries Out with the fast-paced tempo we got on some of those classics.“There Will Still Be a Dawn” is a gorgeous ballad that recalling of “No Doubt” (1995) reminding you that, no matter how dark things get, it will get better and God will help you through it.“Thorns” is yet another standout track. It’s got a theatrical and cinematic vibe, an epic composition, building and has some of the strongest lyrics on the track – especially the line of “In the garden of my heart, I find the weeds have grown. Tangled up in heart’s desire, I can’t do this alone.”Closing out with “Looking Back” and lead single “Deliver Us,” Hope is almost impossible to compare to previous Petra records as there are tracks that would have fit on multiple eras of their 50-plus year career, and on a couple, the band explore new sounds and they ever has done.If you combined Jekyll & Hyde, Revival and No Doubt, you might be close but, just like the rest of their career, Petra have created an album that stands on its own and has its own life and identity. While ”Hope” isn’t heavy as you might expect, it’s still one of the best records they’ve written post-90’s era.Bob Hartman hasn’t lost a step as ”Hope” delivers on every level. Musically, one thing’s for sure after a few listens – Petra’s back and they’ve still got it.

Line-Up:

John Schlitt – vocals
Bob Hartman – guitar
Greg Bailey – bass
Cristian Bornero – drums
John Lawry – keyboards

Tracklist:

01. Filthy Lucre
02. Kiss the Coals
03. Oxygen
04. Skin in the Game
05. We Rejoice in Hope
06. Miracle Maker
07. There Will Still Be a Dawn
08. Thorns
09. Looking Back
10. Deliver Us


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Príspevokod užívateľa Horex » 16 Sep 2026, 06:47

Petra - The Best For Last (Studio Edition) (2025)

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Year : 2025 (Girder Music Records Edition)
Style : Melodic Christian Hard Rock
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + all scans + Video
Size : 246 mb


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Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock". Though they disbanded formally in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. In 2013, the band returned from retirement with a new drummer Cristian Borneo and recorded a new song titled "Holy is Your Name", as well as going back on tour.With a style initially similar to The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Petra's sound evolved into a more energetic, driving rock sound in the early 1980s akin to Foreigner, Styx and Journey. Throughout the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Petra was one of the world's most popular Christian rock bands, with each of its albums during that period selling hundreds of thousands of copies while the band sold out arenas and regularly placed songs at the top of Christian radio charts. With its lyrics, music and style, Petra influenced numerous other artists at a time when Christian rock experienced strong opposition from many conservative pastors and churches.In more than three decades, the band experienced numerous lineup changes yet released 20 studio albums, as well as three Spanish-language and two live albums, selling nearly 10 million copies while being nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning four, and winning 10 Dove Awards. Its biggest hit, "The Coloring Song," reached the top position on three Christian radio charts simultaneously, and at its peak, the band's tours rivaled Amy Grant's in popularity among Christian audiences. Petra was the first rock band inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the first Christian band whose memorabilia was included in the Hard Rock Cafe restaurant chain.The band announced its retirement in 2005, launching a farewell tour that was recorded for release on CD and DVD. Petra's 33-year career ended with a performance in the early hours of January 1, 2006, in Murphy, North Carolina. However, the band has continued to perform sporadically since then. In November 2010, an incarnation of the band's mid-1980s lineup surfaced under the name Classic Petra. They released a CD titled Back to the Rock featuring two new songs as well as re-recordings of hits from that era. The band released a companion live CD and DVD in 2011.

Album:

PETRA has just celebrated their 50th Anniversary, touring the last 3 years and ending with their “Best For Last Tour” in 2024. Many fans loved the songs they played on tour and fans demanded something special to commemorate this historic event. So the band delivered with the ultimate tour souvenir.“The Best For Last [Studio Edition]” captures the magic of their tour, and features 12 studio recordings from their ’70s humble beginnings through to their final studio record Jekyll & Hyde, the same songs they played on tour. As a unique touch, each release includes printed autographed setlist inside the booklet with songs written in John Schlitt’s own handwriting.Packed with Petra’s most iconic hits, this is a collectible only released on CD and vinyl. All tracks are remastered and some have been tweaked a bit with a lively mix.

Line-Up:

John Schlitt – vocals
Bob Hartman – guitar
Greg Bailey – bass
Cristian Bornero – drums
John Lawry – keyboards

Tracklist:

01. Destiny
02. Right Place
03. Dance
04. Just Reach Out
05. Creed
06. Whole World
07. Jekyll & Hyde
08. Beyond Belief
09. Lord, I Lift Your Name On High
10. Somebody’s Gonna Praise His Name
11. He Came, He Saw, He Conquered
12. All Fired Up

+ Video "Beyond Belief" (Official Video)


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