🔥🔥Theocracy is the most underrated Christian Metal band according to many of us fans . They deserve a lot more and big .. Talent and elements in their songs are immense.. the mainline bands dont even come close 🔥
I am so in love with this song it's ridiculous. His voice is like crystal in a genre of metal, the chorus keeps you tumbling forward with so much passion, and the overarching metaphor of the song is so perfect.
🔥🔥Theocracy is the most underrated Christian Metal band according to many of us fans . They deserve a lot more and big .. Talent and elements in their songs are immense.. the mainline bands dont even come close 🔥
I recently discovered Theocracy. I'd been missing some great melodic power metal since switching over to only listening to Christian music. So glad to have found them through Matt's interview on The Dice Steeple podcast. They have been such an encouragement through some recent tough times.
AWESOME. There are many Christian hard rock/heavy metal bands who I enjoy listening to, but the ones who I feel I can worship along with, who literally bless me SPIRITUALLY, is a very short list indeed. For me, that list is Disciple, Grave Declaration and Theocracy. Their music is bathed in prayer; you can feel it. May God continue to bless their ministry and music, and may the Holy Spirit touch millions of hurting souls.
Not that I give a shit about religion, but if you want to listen to a good Christian band that plays metal, you might wanna check out a band called Sinbreed.
I like Theocracy (the band) but believe in god? REALLY? After everthing we have seen, after everything we have achieved, especially in universe in last 10 years or so? But the main question is, would you really like to live in universe with the god like the one we created? The one who couldnt care less for all his "sheep"? The god "ALMIGHTY" but couldnt have stopped the evil at the start, the one who cant appear to all of us to see, "always" only to in somebodys head... if I tell somebody I can see an ALIEN, right now. I will be crazy, but if somebody will say he saw god... its revelation! God was a story made only because we have feared the death, and later used to control the weak... and without MAN telling his children, noone would ever hear about him
Love the theme of the "Capitan" inviting his misfits to a life of adventure on the open seas! To shake the world!As usual the music is top notch.Thank God we have Theocracy! As a Christ follower, I don't have to compromise my love of Metal and Christ illuminating lyrics!
I don't think there will ever come a day where Theocracy's "As the World Bleeds" and "Ghost Ship" albums don't impress me. Both albums are beyond fantastic! Please come to Denver! I NEED to see you guys live!
Is it weird that I feel really proud of them? I've listened to all their full albums, and they were great back then! But to see how far they've come... dang. Slay.
About a month ago I joined the Christian Metal group on Facebook and asked for recommendations of bands, as I didnt really know any besides Stryper. Theocracy was one of the recommendations. I just bought their discography and a shirt tonight from Ulterium! What a killer band! Theocracy is the Christian metal band I have been looking for. May God bless this band for many years to come to continue producing music like this!
@@novustalks7525 that's YOUR belief ☺️ and if you wanna believe there's nothing after death then you're entitled to that. But don't tell us that God doesn't exist. Because he sure does.
I remember hearing them play this at the gig they did in Marietta a couple summers back and becoming instantly hyped, but over time I totally forgot this was still happening and now I'm hyped all over again.
Some time this last summer I found theocracy. I immediately bought all of their albums. At the time, it cost me 10% of my bank account (10% is what we are called to tithe to God, yes?) Yes. I have yet to regret the decision. I've listened to them almost every day since, and I praise God for being allowed to find them. God bless this amazing band with amazing lyrics that glorify our Lord!
@@josephscripture8893 you're not supposed to do anything then if that's your mindset, but that's not what Scripture says. Paul writes on multiple occasions about how we are called to tithe, Jesus says it as well in referencing the ministers he sends out "the worker deserves his wages." You should read Proverbs as well, it will tell you about hastily opening your mouth to give an opinion(everyone thinks you're a fool if you do that). Then again, it also says not to bother rebuking a fool, so maybe I'm the fool!
@@declanthiele No one is a fool. I just believe that we should give from a place of abundance and gratitude not because we're forced to give. Paul says in his letters to give generously if you have money to give but he doesn't mention tithing. I don't want to start an argument so I apologize if I came across rudely. I just like to make sure my beliefs are biblically accurate. By the way I agree with you Theocracy is so amazing! No one comes close to these guys 🙂
One of the very, very, very few Christian bands to earn a spot on my playlists. These guys understand music. I may not be a member of the Church anymore but it absolutely fills me with joy to find a band like this, as so very few Gospel bands write actually good music (a majority sound like lovesong mush to me). I need something I can jam out to.
First heard this song as a commercial right before a Kamelot song, and could not get enough of it. Absolutely loved it. I will definitely be listening to more of these guys, new and old.
This album is extremely high quality, no filler songs, NONE! So, so melodic that even my 3 year old can't stop singing the Call to Arms chorus throughout the day, lol.
***** Within Silence, Diviner are pretty good aswell, and if you like the rougher stuff(metalcore) i'd say War of Ages( christian metalcore, awesome guitar parts aswell). But yeah you gotta be into it to like that stuff. Theocracy is by my favorite by far^^ Can't wait to see them on tour in Holland
***** Oh i was missreading haha. Thought you meant other bands^^. If songs of Theocracy i'd say : As The World Bleeds,Mirror of Souls, Laying The Demon To Rest, I am, On eagle's Wings. I just love it all haha
I never thought I would actually say this... but THANK YOU RUclips ads... I played another music video and this came out as an ad but because how badass it starts I didn't skip it and let the whole thing play... now I have a new band to listen to \m/ xD
It's not a new metaphor. The Catholic Church has been referred to as the "barque of Saint Peter" and metaphorically referred to as a ship since 140AD and probably before that. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barque_of_St._Peter en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Navicella_(mosaic) There are tons of icons depicting the Church as a ship/boat.
Great they are finally getting some recognition. Had a chance to meet the guys after their concert and they are really humble and friendly. Good time for Christian metal. Tourniquet (one of most underrated band with Theocracy) is back, Narnia is back, Styper goes on, Impelliteri still rocks. Anyway it´s not only about the message, but the music has to be good and this one really is and Christian band are not the only ones on my setlist even though they have the most space.
STYPER, BRIDE, IDLE CURE, PETRA, BARRON CROSS, DELIVERANCE, MILLENNIAL REIGN, DAYS OF FIRE, ROB ROCK! THESE ARE JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG OF CHRISTIAN BANDS OUT THEIR!
j lll Jesus also didn't have the ability to sin. If the bible says we're all sinners and all sins are equal, than maybe he/she was picking which sin they would stay in line of. Because Adam & Eve made it so we all have to be sinners. Also, it's possible that that person just isn't a Christian...
I just recently heard of Theocracy from a Facebook group I'm in. Several of the members shared a love of Theocracy and talked about them enough that I had to check out who they were. Oh my gosh. They're amazing! I love this!
So I'm of the old school ('80s rock/metal = best music in the universe and nothing will ever compare). This is the first rock song I've heard written after like 1995 that I have actually liked. Great vocals, great lyrics, great sound. You may have just earned yourself another fan. :-)
Some old school bands are still out there making ass-kicking albums. Iron Maiden and Stryper both released the best albums of their 30+ year careers in 2015, and Stryper's got another on the way. If you like this you might want to check out more Power Metal (today's metal subgenre that most resembles the classic '80s sound).
lindo!!!! simplesmente, divino! !! a espera de uma turnê pelo Brasil!!!! vocês impactam e mostram Cristo da maneira mais singela e maravilhosa. Que o Sol da Justiça resplandeca ainda mais na vida de vocês! 😍😍😍😍😍😍
The best christian metal I have ever heard - and I'm no christian, but I did play keyboards for one, some of the music is awesome. 'That's the power of the Holy Spirit' I was told. Well he taught me well. Love these and woul never have heard of them except through the advert (that fails to credit them??)
🔥🔥Theocracy is the most underrated Christian Metal band according to many of us fans . They deserve a lot more and big .. Talent and elements in their songs are immense.. the mainline bands dont even come close 🔥
Underrated? Maybe in certain circles. I think that they just haven't gotten enough exposure yet.
I am so in love with this song it's ridiculous. His voice is like crystal in a genre of metal, the chorus keeps you tumbling forward with so much passion, and the overarching metaphor of the song is so perfect.
🔥🔥Theocracy is the most underrated Christian Metal band according to many of us fans . They deserve a lot more and big .. Talent and elements in their songs are immense.. the mainline bands dont even come close 🔥
Hands down, my favorite Christian metal/rock band of the 21st century. Have a blessed day all🙏🙏
Was in a battle mood, needed this. Praise the Lord.
I recently discovered Theocracy. I'd been missing some great melodic power metal since switching over to only listening to Christian music. So glad to have found them through Matt's interview on The Dice Steeple podcast. They have been such an encouragement through some recent tough times.
You're missing out by narrowing yourself
AWESOME. There are many Christian hard rock/heavy metal bands who I enjoy listening to, but the ones who I feel I can worship along with, who literally bless me SPIRITUALLY, is a very short list indeed. For me, that list is Disciple, Grave Declaration and Theocracy. Their music is bathed in prayer; you can feel it. May God continue to bless their ministry and music, and may the Holy Spirit touch millions of hurting souls.
Rob Weddle I’d add For Today to that list if I were you. :)
I was just about to ask in the comments for some recommendations :) Thanks sir!
@@phoenixfyre3406 than you too
Amen brother! Absolutely agree! I love Theocracy! Disciple, Saviour ?Machine, Etc. Got to find out more about Grave Declaration, actually. Thanks
R Lynd Yes. Nice band ! From Sweden! !♡♥
Theocracy is the best expression to be a metalhead that likes a nice band and still believes in God.
Not that I give a shit about religion, but if you want to listen to a good Christian band that plays metal, you might wanna check out a band called Sinbreed.
Nice, I heard ya, Is a little bizzarre but I like it, I though for a moment that was a extreme metal genre.
I like Theocracy (the band) but believe in god? REALLY? After everthing we have seen, after everything we have achieved, especially in universe in last 10 years or so? But the main question is, would you really like to live in universe with the god like the one we created? The one who couldnt care less for all his "sheep"? The god "ALMIGHTY" but couldnt have stopped the evil at the start, the one who cant appear to all of us to see, "always" only to in somebodys head... if I tell somebody I can see an ALIEN, right now. I will be crazy, but if somebody will say he saw god... its revelation! God was a story made only because we have feared the death, and later used to control the weak... and without MAN telling his children, noone would ever hear about him
nessundorma666 He is the King of kings and the Lord of lords and ALL men will kneel before Him on that great and glorious day coming soon.
Are ya talking about a concert I supousse.
Love the theme of the "Capitan" inviting his misfits to a life of adventure on the open seas! To shake the world!As usual the music is top notch.Thank God we have Theocracy! As a Christ follower, I don't have to compromise my love of Metal and Christ illuminating lyrics!
LETS GO!
Why do you believe in fictional characters?
Theocracy can't do wrong, what a chorus and the atmosphere during the solo section, I dig that!
I don't think there will ever come a day where Theocracy's "As the World Bleeds" and "Ghost Ship" albums don't impress me. Both albums are beyond fantastic! Please come to Denver! I NEED to see you guys live!
Is it weird that I feel really proud of them? I've listened to all their full albums, and they were great back then! But to see how far they've come... dang. Slay.
Myth Plays I agree. I am not religious one bit. But I love their music!! They are awesome!
Yeah its really strange, because you are not a member of the band and had no part in any success they had.
@@Malusdarkblade wtf? There's nothing wrong with being proud of someone you adore?!
Holy shit a RUclips ad I actually enjoyed and did not skip. You guys fucking rock
This band is gonna get big. Just found them. They are amazing. Especially the vocalist.
they have been around since 2002, fyi.
Really? maybe they needed some time to polish their sound? i mean since i havent heard of them and im pretty deep into metal
Lynch Smith nah, they have always had a good mix in their albums, check out as the world bleeds, Theocracy and Mirror Of Souls, those are their best.
coo. thx.
U know the vocalist also writes and mixes all of their music.
No earthly human could have wrote the lyrics to the song " I am" . he was Gifted from the Ghost ship.
Agreed. Matt is truly a gifted writer as well as vocalist.
He simply let himself be used by God! Great guy!
@@CelinaNeumann-x9q Amen. We are called to offer ourselves as a living sacrifice unto God, with whatever gifts He has given us.
God continue to bless you and come to Brazil
This band is awesome
Riffs,solos,breakdowns,vocals..everything
One of my favorite Christian metal bands. His voice!!!
Amazing. Really nice clarity and voice control from mid-tenor to alto.
About a month ago I joined the Christian Metal group on Facebook and asked for recommendations of bands, as I didnt really know any besides Stryper. Theocracy was one of the recommendations. I just bought their discography and a shirt tonight from Ulterium! What a killer band! Theocracy is the Christian metal band I have been looking for. May God bless this band for many years to come to continue producing music like this!
There is no god
@@novustalks7525 that's YOUR belief ☺️ and if you wanna believe there's nothing after death then you're entitled to that. But don't tell us that God doesn't exist. Because he sure does.
@@blechstettenellx_ it's reality. Fictional characters do not exist. You need to learn common sense
@@novustalks7525 except God isn't fiction 😂 I have more common sense than you.
@@blechstettenellx_ clearly not since you just said something so stupid 🤣
I remember hearing them play this at the gig they did in Marietta a couple summers back and becoming instantly hyped, but over time I totally forgot this was still happening and now I'm hyped all over again.
Some time this last summer I found theocracy. I immediately bought all of their albums. At the time, it cost me 10% of my bank account (10% is what we are called to tithe to God, yes?) Yes. I have yet to regret the decision. I've listened to them almost every day since, and I praise God for being allowed to find them. God bless this amazing band with amazing lyrics that glorify our Lord!
Bendito seas tú y Dios
or get them all free on youtube
We're not supposed to tithe anymore because that's under law. We're under grace now, a different dispensation
@@josephscripture8893 you're not supposed to do anything then if that's your mindset, but that's not what Scripture says. Paul writes on multiple occasions about how we are called to tithe, Jesus says it as well in referencing the ministers he sends out "the worker deserves his wages." You should read Proverbs as well, it will tell you about hastily opening your mouth to give an opinion(everyone thinks you're a fool if you do that). Then again, it also says not to bother rebuking a fool, so maybe I'm the fool!
@@declanthiele No one is a fool. I just believe that we should give from a place of abundance and gratitude not because we're forced to give. Paul says in his letters to give generously if you have money to give but he doesn't mention tithing. I don't want to start an argument so I apologize if I came across rudely. I just like to make sure my beliefs are biblically accurate. By the way I agree with you Theocracy is so amazing! No one comes close to these guys 🙂
I found this song through an ad. Boy am I grateful.
Check out the album... Its incredible and by far their best (in their awesome catalogue). All 4 of their albums are masterpieces!
Jake Carrasquillo Ikr I have never been more grateful for a RUclips ad
same, i expected it to be heavier when i heard the begining though
me too
One of the very, very, very few Christian bands to earn a spot on my playlists. These guys understand music. I may not be a member of the Church anymore but it absolutely fills me with joy to find a band like this, as so very few Gospel bands write actually good music (a majority sound like lovesong mush to me). I need something I can jam out to.
First heard this song as a commercial right before a Kamelot song, and could not get enough of it. Absolutely loved it. I will definitely be listening to more of these guys, new and old.
I just went to that video to try it out, and yeah the same thing happened. Ghost Opera and Ghost Ship, cool
Same here.
This album is extremely high quality, no filler songs, NONE! So, so melodic that even my 3 year old can't stop singing the Call to Arms chorus throughout the day, lol.
I'm sold, lol. Gonna check it out!
I finally found some good Christian metal! I'm so happy!
LivingLifeAsLayla not just a good band. One of the best! (my personal favorite:d)
+Marcelino1098 yeah I definitely need to check out more of their stuff! what else do you recommend?
***** Within Silence, Diviner are pretty good aswell, and if you like the rougher stuff(metalcore) i'd say War of Ages( christian metalcore, awesome guitar parts aswell). But yeah you gotta be into it to like that stuff. Theocracy is by my favorite by far^^ Can't wait to see them on tour in Holland
Here are some of my favourites: I am, Hide in the Fairytale, Absolution day, Bethlehem.
***** Oh i was missreading haha. Thought you meant other bands^^. If songs of Theocracy i'd say : As The World Bleeds,Mirror of Souls, Laying The Demon To Rest, I am, On eagle's Wings. I just love it all haha
God reserves the best stuff for Himself... Love it!
This video came up as an ad when I was watching other metal band videos, good music
this right here is what the world had been waiting for! love from Bangalore, India!
Indian here.. Theocracy fan since 2009
indian Christian metal head here..Glory to JEsus Christ
OH MY!!! Theocracy is sooooo awesome!! What a song, man!! Can't stop to listen it!! Delicious music for my ears!! God bless y'all!
Same here I can't stop to listen
This made me tear up... beautiful, just beautiful.
Theocracy is an Awesome Band..All their Albums Kick Butt. !!
I did not expect that voice. 1:30 in and I already love this band
I never thought I would actually say this... but THANK YOU RUclips ads... I played another music video and this came out as an ad but because how badass it starts I didn't skip it and let the whole thing play... now I have a new band to listen to \m/ xD
Hylian Warrior i found it through Kyle Scott. He does covers of there songs along with Skillet
Same hear and a Christian band just as great as non-Christian bands
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SeekTruthForever This
Praise the Lord 😍😍
I love the imagery of the flood story, and the Ark of Salvation in Christ.
It's not a new metaphor. The Catholic Church has been referred to as the "barque of Saint Peter" and metaphorically referred to as a ship since 140AD and probably before that.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barque_of_St._Peter
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Navicella_(mosaic)
There are tons of icons depicting the Church as a ship/boat.
So much awesome converging at one place and time, Theocracy must be an act of God.
Great they are finally getting some recognition. Had a chance to meet the guys after their concert and they are really humble and friendly. Good time for Christian metal. Tourniquet (one of most underrated band with Theocracy) is back, Narnia is back, Styper goes on, Impelliteri still rocks. Anyway it´s not only about the message, but the music has to be good and this one really is and Christian band are not the only ones on my setlist even though they have the most space.
This song. This video. This message. Fills my heart! I'm a misfit and Jesus rescued me.
Finally saw an ad that actually showed me something I LIKE! Never thought I'd like a christian metal band \m/
You too? I never watched an ad you can skip to it's end before...
STYPER, BRIDE, IDLE CURE, PETRA, BARRON CROSS, DELIVERANCE, MILLENNIAL REIGN, DAYS OF FIRE, ROB ROCK! THESE ARE JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG OF CHRISTIAN BANDS OUT THEIR!
The letter black
Diviner and Innerwish are well worth a listen if you like christian metal
The best Christian band is disciple
I'm listening to this on an ad on a Sonata Arctica video and damn I'm going to have to check these guys out they kick ass
I heard this song from a RUclips ad... and I am not regretting letting the ad run... I absolutely love it :)
Most underrated band ever!!! They should be more well known! ❤❤❤
Watching this quite many years later and thinking if only the video clip had been better, this would have been a major metal hit song, imho...
This album is gonna kick some serious ass!
My ass is already kicked by this song
Amen to that!
I just found those guys and I am already addicted. He Sounds like the Singers from dragonforce btw
Christians need to cuss less, jesus didn't cuss , need to follow his footsteps
j lll Jesus also didn't have the ability to sin. If the bible says we're all sinners and all sins are equal, than maybe he/she was picking which sin they would stay in line of. Because Adam & Eve made it so we all have to be sinners. Also, it's possible that that person just isn't a Christian...
I wish all youtube ads were full-length music videos. Came here from a Dragonforce video. I definitely gotta check more of these guys' songs
Got this as an advert before kamelot, I am not disappointed. You've got a new fan.
Thanks for this fantastic birthday gift Theocracy
the whole Ghost Ship album came out on my birthday too =D
beautiful singing mate, the melodies, the tone, perfect
Amen!
I'm not usually into this type of vocalist...but I've been won over! Musicality is off the charts!
John East glad to hear that
Gotta say that, so far, this album is turning out to be worth the wait and I have no reason to think that it will be anything less than spectacular!
Woah this whole music video just came up as an ad. Awesome
All I can is this totally kicks booty great job guys!! God bless y'all
Can't stop listening to this. Great song.
Bad ass jam!!!! Matt Smith doing some crazy top notch Metal writing. Great stuff, contender for AOTY, can't wait for the rest of the album.
Val slaying it as usual too
Prophetic lyrics awesome symbolism in the video - very blessed!
That chorus is amazing. What wonderful parallels and imagery. Matt does it again.
Absolutely fantastic. This is Epic Metal. His voice is very visceral. Well done guys.
I cannot stop listening to this that chorus is a glorious glimpse
FINALLY 1 million views congratulations theocracy you deserve it😁
I was trying to watch an Avantasia video when this popped up as an ad. Glad it happened
I really think that Theocracy is one of the best metal bands in the world. They don't have one single bad song!
Agree 100%. I have not heard one bad song from Theocracy.
I really couldn't remember other best than this
I'm so glad to listen this band!! Thanks YT
Mais algum brasileiro como eu apaixonado por esta banda?! Curte aí...
Tmj!!!
show demais
o/ Aquela velha, como não descobri antes? tsc. A tempo para tudo. xD
Descobri ela a poucos dias e estou amandoooooo
Eu, tamo junto.
Awesome...
I love the chorus :D thx to the drums you can dance to it xD
I just recently heard of Theocracy from a Facebook group I'm in. Several of the members shared a love of Theocracy and talked about them enough that I had to check out who they were. Oh my gosh. They're amazing! I love this!
Thank you, this was a nice birthday gift :D
This is one of the best songs ever made
perfect voice in a perfect band. come to brazil.
SUPER!!! Matt, great , God bless you.
So I'm of the old school ('80s rock/metal = best music in the universe and nothing will ever compare). This is the first rock song I've heard written after like 1995 that I have actually liked. Great vocals, great lyrics, great sound. You may have just earned yourself another fan. :-)
Some old school bands are still out there making ass-kicking albums. Iron Maiden and Stryper both released the best albums of their 30+ year careers in 2015, and Stryper's got another on the way. If you like this you might want to check out more Power Metal (today's metal subgenre that most resembles the classic '80s sound).
I like to think of this music as Christian, neo-80s rock. It's awesome!!
so freAking excited
So good! I cannot wait to hear the full album!
awesome work matt..... goosebumps all over my body.... the vocal...the riff...the beat.. everything is just fantastic
Love it!!!! My all time favorite band, can't wait for the album :D
Can't wait for album... must re-watch video to calm desire.
Theocracy is AMAZING!!!
lindo!!!! simplesmente, divino! !! a espera de uma turnê pelo Brasil!!!! vocês impactam e mostram Cristo da maneira mais singela e maravilhosa. Que o Sol da Justiça resplandeca ainda mais na vida de vocês! 😍😍😍😍😍😍
WoooW Great Music!!! Valeu Theocracy!
Anyone else gonna be on the HOLY Ghost Ship?!
For sure 💪🏻💯
STUNNING!
idk what i like more...the song or tthe singers pants
@lance copus The singer's pants
Have to be honest though the longer you listen to the song the singer's voice grows on you.
What are thooooose
I'm having those exact pants made for me lol
I was thinking something similar to that myself, lol. Like Hot Topic but cool.
Fantastic! Can't wait for the whole album to be released.
I can’t wait for COVID to be over and hopefully see them again
My favorite gospel metal band ever.
awesome ! raise the anchors!
his voice😍😍
Val is looking exceptionally METAL ^^
this song is really great, it has everything, good vocals, good hooks , great melodic one!
this is simply amazing...love the song..love the video..love Theocracy...Theocracy forever!!!!
There's every other band and then there's Theocracy, untouchable
Brutal! theocracy is the best!
raaaaaaa!!! Waiting all year for this!
"pure brilliance "
The best christian metal I have ever heard - and I'm no christian, but I did play keyboards for one, some of the music is awesome. 'That's the power of the Holy Spirit' I was told. Well he taught me well. Love these and woul never have heard of them except through the advert (that fails to credit them??)
What a marvelous location for a video!
i found out about these guys by an add on a Sonata Arctica video. thanks SA!
I found Sonata Arctica through Theocracy. Both great bands!
I saw this ad on a the GazettE video... I never watched an ad to it's end before.
Akamaholic Life right ? 🤣
awesome!!
Just great... guys you are awesome. Glad to find you. God Bless you and thanks for this excellent music.
looking forward to buying the album & seeing you guys live!
These Guys brought back the true Power Metal
Greetings From Brazil