Armored Saint have been making heavy metal since the early ’80s and they never needed to follow the crowd. From the raw energy of “March of the Saint” to the power of “Symbol of Salvation” and the heavier sound of their later albums, the band have kept their own identity.
John Bush mighty vocal, the twin guitar attack and Joey Vera bass have helped make Armored Saint a favorite among metal fans for decades. And their story has some great twists including turning down Metallica!
Now it’s time to settle a metal debate. Which song deserves the crown?
10 Best Armored Saint Songs
Armored Saint: Did You Know?
Metallica could have had John Bush or Joey Vera. Both turned down invitations to join the band at different times. Bush stayed with Armored Saint before later becoming the frontman of Anthrax.
Tommy Lee helped fund their first demo. Joey Vera used compensation money from a car accident involving Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee to pay for the recording.
Their first recording appeared on Metal Massacre II. The compilation featured Armored Saint song “Lesson Well Learned”.
Their name came from a fantasy film. Drummer Gonzo Sandoval came up with Armored Saint after watching Excalibur (1981).
A piece of history survived on “Symbol of Salvation”. “Tainted Past” features a guitar solo recorded by original guitarist Dave Prichard before his death from leukemia in 1990.
From “Can U Deliver” to “Reign of Fire” Armored Saint have plenty of songs worth fighting for. 🤘
Which track gets your vote for the ultimate Armored Saint song? Cast your vote and tell us your pick in the comments!
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