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Scarecrow Messiah

Bride · 1994

43 min · 11 tracks · Christian rock · Christian metal

A raw fusion of aggressive metal riffs and introspective lyrics exploring deep personal and societal themes.

Scarecrow Messiah is an album by Bride, released in 1994. A raw fusion of aggressive metal riffs and introspective lyrics exploring deep personal and societal themes. The album helped further establish Bride as a significant act in the Christian metal genre, receiving positive reviews from niche publications. Its exploration of darker themes contrasted with more traditional Christian music, influencing subsequent artists seeking to address complex issues within a faith-based context. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Scarecrow Messiah sound like?

A raw fusion of aggressive metal riffs and introspective lyrics exploring deep personal and societal themes. Rooted in Christian rock and Christian metal.

What makes Scarecrow Messiah by Bride notable?

The album helped further establish Bride as a significant act in the Christian metal genre, receiving positive reviews from niche publications. Its exploration of darker themes contrasted with more traditional Christian music, influencing subsequent artists seeking to address complex issues within a faith-based context. Released in 1994, 'Scarecrow Messiah' was Bride's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Snakes in the Playground.' At this point, the band was solidifying their place within the Christian metal scene, balancing heavy sound with thought-provoking lyrics during a time when they were gaining wider recognition.

How many songs are on Scarecrow Messiah?

Scarecrow Messiah has 11 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·43:01

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Beast Standout 4:27
  • 2 Place 3:41
  • 3 Murder Standout 4:07
  • 4 Scarecrow 3:51
  • 5 Crazy 3:44
  • 6 Time 4:16
  • 7 One 3:28
  • 8 Doubt 4:11
  • 9 DadMom 3:29
  • 10 Thorns Standout 5:51
  • 11 Questions 1:51

Release Date

January 1, 1994

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

43 min 1 sec