About Christian rock
Christian rock is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of rock music and Christian music.
Well-known performers associated with it include Bob Dylan, Skillet and Michael W. Smith.
Christian rock has given rise to 2 subgenres on this site, such as Christian metal and Christian alternative rock.
From Wikipedia
Christian rock is a genre of rock music that features lyrics focusing on matters of Christian faith, often with an emphasis on Jesus. The extent to which their lyrics are explicitly Christian varies between bands. Many bands who perform Christian rock have ties to the contemporary Christian music labels, media outlets, and festivals, while other bands are independent.
In the 1990s and 2000s, Tooth & Nail Records became a catalyst in legitimizing Christian rock as a notable subgenre of alternative rock. Signing acts like Starflyer 59 and MxPx, Tooth & Nail helped make alternative rock immediately accessible within evangelical church communities throughout the United States, and subsequently the wider Western world with the advent of music streaming.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Christian rock.
Key artists
- Bob Dylan
- Skillet
- Michael W. Smith
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Christian rock?
Christian rock is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of rock music and Christian music.
Where and when did Christian rock originate?
Christian rock originated in United States in the 1960s.
Who are famous Christian rock artists?
Bob Dylan, Skillet and Michael W. Smith.