Philadelphia

The band was originally a general market band called Survivor. After breaking up in 1981, the members found Christianity through independent experiences. They reunited in 1982 as a Christian band and produced their first LP, Tell The Truth in 1984. Their styling was not well received by the entire Christian community, for which metal was still a fringe sound. While one publication found that the band emphasized "ministry and outreach through their direct and hard hitting lyrics," others saw the same as inappropriately descriptive and judgmental. For their lyrics and style the band garnered the scorn of some national religious media.
The guys in the band never kept a dime of any moneys made, instead using it to help others. From 1981 to late '86, Philly rocked hard and for free for God. Members are: Brian Clark (bass and vocals), Ronn Flowers (guitar), Brian Martini (drums and percussion), and Phil Scholling (guitar).