Joshua are one of the better Christian hard rock bands that sprouted up in the late eighties. Named after guitarist Joshua Perahia, they have one of the best hard rock vocalists out there in Rob Rock, and this is the best album they put out.

High on melody, memorable hooks with some ripping guitar, this is a great record. You would never know this is a Christian rock album because the lyrics are not overtly Christian and there was a stigma attached to that by some outlets back in the day. It’s just a great melodic rock record and let’s face it, anything Rob Rock puts his voice to is damn good.

My favourite tune is Reach Up, which is a co-write with Ken Tamplin and Joshua Perahia. A full on melodic rock gem with a killer riff, a great vocal, and great melody. I know this has had the reissue treatment on CD but if you see an OG copy on vinyl snap it up as it will be a great addition to anyone’s collection.

8.5/10 from The Grooveman.