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Barren Cross is a [[Christian Rock]] and Heavy Metal band that was formed in [[California]] in [[1984]] by high school pals Ray Parris (guitar) and Steve whitaker (drums). By [[1983]], bassist Jim LaVerde and vocalist Mike Lee were added. A steady stream of club dates helped Barren Cross hone it's skills. The band is noted for it's stance on a number of social issues. The band released six albums from [[1986]] to [[1994]] and has been quiet ever since. They've reunited for some shows in recent years but there are no news for a new album. | Barren Cross is a [[Christian Rock]] and Heavy Metal band that was formed in [[California]] in [[1984]] by high school pals Ray Parris (guitar) and Steve whitaker (drums). By [[1983]], bassist Jim LaVerde and vocalist Mike Lee were added. A steady stream of club dates helped Barren Cross hone it's skills. The band is noted for it's stance on a number of social issues. The band released six albums from [[1986]] to [[1994]] and has been quiet ever since. They've reunited for some shows in recent years but there are no news for a new album. | ||
| − | ==Band Members== | + | ===Band Members=== |
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*Mike Lee - vocals | *Mike Lee - vocals | ||
*Jim LaVerde - bass guitars | *Jim LaVerde - bass guitars | ||
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*Steve Whittaker - drums | *Steve Whittaker - drums | ||
| − | ==Discography== | + | ===Discography=== |
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| + | The albums released by the band include: | ||
*''Believe'' ([[1985]], EP) | *''Believe'' ([[1985]], EP) | ||
*''Rock For The King'' ([[1986]]) | *''Rock For The King'' ([[1986]]) | ||
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*''Rattle Your Cage'' ([[1994]]) | *''Rattle Your Cage'' ([[1994]]) | ||
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*[http://www.nolifetilmetal.com/barrencross.htm No Life 'til Metal CD Page] | *[http://www.nolifetilmetal.com/barrencross.htm No Life 'til Metal CD Page] | ||
*[http://ultmetal.tripod.com/barrencross.htm CD Gallery - Barren Cross] | *[http://ultmetal.tripod.com/barrencross.htm CD Gallery - Barren Cross] | ||
*[http://www.bnrmetal.com/groups/bacr.htm BNR Metal Pages] | *[http://www.bnrmetal.com/groups/bacr.htm BNR Metal Pages] | ||
| − | {{returnto}} [[Christian music]] | + | {{returnto}} [[Christianity]] -> [[Christian music]] -> [[Song writers]] |
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Barren Cross is a Christian Rock and Heavy Metal band that was formed in California in 1984 by high school pals Ray Parris (guitar) and Steve whitaker (drums). By 1983, bassist Jim LaVerde and vocalist Mike Lee were added. A steady stream of club dates helped Barren Cross hone it's skills. The band is noted for it's stance on a number of social issues. The band released six albums from 1986 to 1994 and has been quiet ever since. They've reunited for some shows in recent years but there are no news for a new album.
Band Members
The members of the band include:
- Mike Lee - vocals
- Jim LaVerde - bass guitars
- Ray Parris - guitars
- Steve Whittaker - drums
Discography
The albums released by the band include:
- Believe (1985, EP)
- Rock For The King (1986)
- Atomic Arena (1988)
- State Of Control (1989)
- Hotter Than Hell Live! (1990)
- Rock For The King (1990, re-release)
- Rattle Your Cage (1994)
Quotes
Links
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