Christian Alternative Music Index

Blud Bros - The Blud Bros excel in their special musical form of self-expression and delivery of the Gospel message, using their collective talents to offer the listener a nice variety of songs written in their most interesting style, rooted in the Chicago Style Christian Blues genre.

Burlap to Cashmere - Burlap to Cashmere has a distinct sound made up of folk music combined with arrangements full of flamenco guitar, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and old-world Greek bazouki.

Jeremy Camp - A unique brand of rock and progressive pop, his music was born out of a heart that's been broken and a faith that's been tested. His 2002 debut, "Stay", Camp has garnered six No. 1 songs and win the Dove award for 2004 Male Vocalist of the Year.

David Crowder - With 6 Albums to thier credit, the group is known for their rock/pop/inspiration/worship music that spans a whole range of spiritual emotions. It ministers to Christians while at the same time reaches and connects with non-Christians.

Adam Cunningham - Adam is a multi talented artist who sings, composes, plays the piano and guitar. It was no surprise then that he received a Dove Award nomination for his album "The Word Alive."

Earthsuit - Earthsuit's stellar debut, "Kaleidoscope Superior", is a musically innovative melting pot that, like America, somehow holds together despite the diversity.

Bruce Gaitsch - Bruce Gaitsch's musical offerings of thanksgiving and praise for the blessings he has received through important people in his life will also be a blessing to any human being living in our secular society today, where we all have to deal with troubles, hassles, storms and annoyances.

Glass Darkly - Glass Darkly's unique forms of well-done alternative rock adds a dynamic to prayer anthems, ballads, and praise and worship music which is fresh, inspiring and a powerful musical voice.

Gone Hazel - Gone Hazel, who write and perform their own music, have been described as a progressive, alternative rock band, who offer their audience their own unique combination of captivating sound and lyrics, which combine to make a dynamic, new kind of rock and roll that reaches out to their audience.

Iona - For the past twenty years, Iona, based in Britain, has been dedicated to introducing the world to both early Celtic music and the Gospel. They have created a fusion of sounds around Celtic Christian subject matter, weaving complex harmonies and musical patterns into a worldly, stirring and spiritual sound.

Jars of Clay - The multi-platinum, Grammy winners Jars of Clay have released 11 albums. Since winning the Gospel Music Association's Spotlight Competition in 1994, Jars of Clay has achieved multi-platinum status and collected numerous awards - including a 1997 Grammy, 4 Dove Awards and 15 career Dove nominations.

Jennifer Knapp - This 25 year-old's blend of alternative folk-rock, spiked with impassioned vocals relays a feeling of learned objectivity; though based upon the most personal of themes.

Phil Keaggy - Phil Keaggy is a versatile composer, songwriter, performer, singer and producer who cannot be tied down to any genre or style. Over the years, Phil has made 50 albums, received multiple Dove Awards and numerous Dove Award nominations.

Judah First - These young men are totally on fire, and have played a lot of great hard rock / heavy metal Christian music together. As a result of hard work, practice, lots of creative talent and focus, their musical sound and songs have a a very professional feel to them.

Fred Martin & The Levite Camp - Fred Martin & The Levite Camp have a musical gem on their hands with the release of "Some Bridges". Rarely has one album so successfully brought together jazz, blues, rock and Gospel with such integrity and authenticity.

Kevin Max - Kevin provides a breath of fresh air in that his music creatively used a combination of hip hop, R & B, Rock and Roll and classic genres which reaches out and grabbs youth all over the world with both its sound and message.

Heather Miller - Heather Miller's diversity as an artist, a potent combination of blue-eyed soul, acoustic-driven pop, and R&B with a dash of rock, will be the first thing that grabs your attention. But it's her passionate vocals and transparent songwriting that will keep you hooked.

MercyMe - This laid-back band has quickly evolved from being Christian music's fastest-selling new act in 2001 to one of the most successful bands in all musical genres, selling more than 2 million records in only three years and earning an American Music Award nomination.

Nichole Nordeman - This nine time Dove Award winning singer has 6 albums to her name. Nichole's honest and intelligent lyrics are matched with a outstanding Christian adult contemporary sound.

Bebo Norman - Contemporary Christian singer-songwriter Bebo Norman built up a grass-roots following through several years of touring in the mid-'90s. His latest release "Try" blends a pure organic energy with approachable pop hooks.

Plumb - While this talented artist is considered a contemporary Christian music artist, she frequently crosses over into numerous other genres of music, including alternative rock, Christian alternative rock, pop, dance, and electronica.

Shaded Red - The group released their first album, self-titled Shaded Red in 1997. They received high acclaim by many critics as a Christian Alternative band, and the trio took to the road immediately. Critics have praised the group's strong musical sound filled with hopeful lyrics.

Sixpence None the Richer - This Grammy-nominated Christian pop/rock band maintained a rare combination of artistic integrity and steadfast conviction in the wake of mass appeal, all the while unashamedly presenting a philosophy of faith that often left the watching world speechless.

Skillet - Skillet's music is a mixture of hard rock, funk, punk, fused together with pure energy. Much to the delight of their youthful fans, who not only get to enjoy this fusion of fine music, but also are encouraged, enlightened, and fed with Christian messages about the Gospel.

Stavesacre - Known at first for their heavy leaning towards hardcore metal and thrash sound, the band's has slowly metamorphosed to what some say is an emo style of rock. Over the years, Stavesacre's music has become straight up passion, truth, and rock, with an edge.

Stellar Kart - Stellar Kart's focus on youth drives its music and purpose. This Phoenix-based pop-punk band hearkens back to its youth group roots with music that is both edgy and fun while addressing relevant teen issues.

Strange Occurrence - While their music is influenced by the grunge music scene in Seattle, it has meaningful, poignant, inspiring lyrics as well. Strange Occurrence has taken elements from thier influences, plus their own substantial musical gifts and inspirations to create a dynamic, original style of driving, anthemic, soul lifting, spiritual rock and roll.

Subseven - Subseven brings a combination of melodic rock and punk music to the scene. Hope permeates the pounding attack of the guitar work, the rhythmic structure and the singing/screaming vocal punctuation. It's hard music with a heart, presented to a generation constantly looking for answers and avenues through which to find them.

Sunday Shoes - Sunday Shoes' music is at the intersection where rock, blues, country rock, and soul collide. They have variety of dynamic musical sounds found in both the compositions and vocals, making each song a unique vehicle for the message trying to be expressed for the spiritual benefit of the listener.

Switchfoot - Switchfoot is an alternative rock band that brings a melodic crunch of densely layered sound featuring some electronic experimentation, and often driven by hard-charging guitar riffs, while throwing in a few softer, spacey ballads as well.

The Waiting - With multiple albums, three number one songs, a Dove Award Nomination for Rock Album of the Year, and a Billboard Music Video Award Nomination, this group's alternative sound brings a message of love for Christ and each other.

John David Webster - John have produced a musically creative, spiritually uplifting, and poignant collection of songs. John David Webster shows his love, joy, and heart for worship for Jesus through his music. He not only creates uniquely different compositions that support so well the lyrics and message of each song, but also offers the listener a variety of vocal styles which offer sparkle and life to his lyrics!

The Wedding - Their music has been described as being an interesting blend of Crunching Rock, Punk, Indie, & EMO and offers spirited songs which can be described as being a refreshing blast to a poignant flowing of well-played energy, musicianship, melody, and message. The Wedding entertain the listener with their unique sound of their music, and deliver a message of healing and forgiveness.