Metal Church is highly underrated. They should have been bigger. Their first two albums are total classics. Musically they were every bit as good as any of their contemporaries. Such a killer band.

Been listening to metal for over forty years. Metal Church's self-titled debut is one of the greatest Metal albums of all time, period.

Everyone who was a teenager in the 80's and into Metal, knew and knows who Metal Church is...

The vocals are perfect for the vibe of the package "Metal Church". One of the best Metal albums ever.

Metal Church, Overkill, Savatage.. 3 bands that all true metalheads should know and appreciate.

This entire album kicks ass.

RIP Mike Howe. Passed away this morning at his home in Eureka, California.

David Wayne is one of the best thrash metal vocalist ! RIP

Metal Church is absolutely one of the most overlooked bands in the genre. Another great track from this album for you guys to check out is Beyond the Black.

Wow, I never thought I’d see someone react to Metal Church. I remember when this album came out. We played the hell out of it for months! This whole album is basically the metal version of the first Boston album, in that every track is a banger!

I love that you guys are "head bangers" now. When a heavy beat kicks in with killer riffs you both very naturally start the head banging right on que. I love it. I'm proud of you both.

Well...well...well...gentlemen! Look at you guys and how much your "metal ear" has grown! What a pleasant surprise to ME! This is what I have to tell you guys...In my opinion, if you would have listened to this 3 years ago, I feel you would have shot this song down. I couldn't be happier that you dig this particular Metal Church song. I feel you guys are expanding your listening tastes and skills. There is still so much "stuff" for you guys to explore. But, George and Ryan, your ears are growing (Right in front of us!) and that is so cool. And yes, this band is K-I-L-L-E-R.

I heard of Metal Church, never heard their music, that was mistake, this is 🔥🔥🔥

Man I'm 49 years old this is a flashing me back. I used to listen to metal church and all the metal bands in the 80s when I was in high school this is awesome that you guys actually gave these guys a listen. crazy

Beyond the Black is also a wicked tune of theirs.

This whole album is badass, not a single bad song on it!

“Watch the Children Pray” was their big hit single.

I think you guys are readyfor some Savatage, starting with "Hall of the mountain king"

Kirk Arrington was the drummer for many albums. Seriously under rated drummer. These guys are the shiznit of the shiznit of 80s metal and beyond. Seriously underrated band, Major influence for me as a musician. Bad ass!

This is one of those rare albums where every song has a _completely_ different vibe, yet all of them are completely amazing. It's crazy how versatile this band is. That goes for the vocalist as well, he has more or less four or five different vocal styles and all of them sound pretty damn polished. One of my favorites.

"Beyond the Black" & "Gods of Wrath" are 2 other kickass songs on this album!

My band played with Metal Church many many years ago and I was blown away that they weren't bigger than they ever got. George, they are a sleeper. You called it.

The vocals are amazing. DW was a genius.

The reason a lot of bands in the 80's had that shrill evil vocal style was to take the dark demonic fantasy element to another level. They wanted to sound like Satanic sorcerers, angry spectres, demons,or the Devil himself. Although most of it is an acquired taste, there are a few bands that found a nice middle ground between the high pitched notes and melodic singing.

Kirk is one of the most criminally underrated drummers of the scene

Anyone that considers themselves an “old school” metalhead should be well aware of Metal Church. They are a staple! Enjoy!!

For not being metalheads, you guys have a great ear for the cream of metal. I love both of you for respecting the Metal.

You will never forget the first time you hear Beyond the Black. Still gives me goosebumps

For years I’ve been asking OVERKILL! Evil never dies!

Metal Church? Really? Wow, no one has ever reacted to this amazing band before (not that I'm aware of) glad to see this reaction 💪🏻😎

One of my favorite albums ever and always loved David Wayne's vocals. Very original voice.

THERE WILL NEVER NEVER EVER BE ANOTHER BAND SUCH AS METAL CHURCH ONE OF A KIND RIP MIKE !!!

Watch the Children pray is probably my favorite Metal Church song

Whoa, this is so cool! I bought this album when I was 15, and I'm 50 now! I haven't listened to it for so long, thanks for the new appreciation for Metal Church!!!!!!

I’ve noticed a lot of people have recommended Savatage, specifically their song “Hall of the Mountain King”. Let me just say I was listening to an endless metal playlist on Spotify and when I heard this song for the first time, it truly shined amongst the other metal songs. The Olivia brothers truly crafted one of the best works of metal art in history for this album, and on behalf of everyone who has ever listened to Savatage, this band is **the** most underrated metal band of all time. Hope you guys get the chance to take a look at this song, and maybe a couple others by the band. P.S. RIP Criss Oliva

This is probably my favourite LIV video. You guys really went for a lesser known track, got fully into it and looked to be having an excellent time. That's exactly what the channel is all about. Love you guys and everything you do.

Metal Church is old school. They rocked it out hard back in the day. They never blew up super huge, but had some real talent and definitely influenced a lot of other bands.

I ran straight to the comments when I saw Metal Church. VERY underrated. Even my metal head friends don't know who they are. If you liked this song, you'll appreciate Gods of Wrath by them

Metal Church was the litmus test for determining true metal fans back in the late 80s/90s. Plenty of people wearing Metallica, Megadeth, Iron Maiden t-shirts. But someone busts out a Metal Church CD and you know they're into serious metal. This album, and The Dark, are S Tier metal. Really overlooked band, and was WAITING for you guys to catch this, cause I knew you'd like the swing tempo, that triplet beat that dominates jazz, R&B, and other dance music. Makes you really get tangled in.

I played this Album on a non-stop loop for a year back in the day. They had their day in the sun, and it's good to see them making a return and getting proper recognition.

Anyone that liked Metallica in the 80s knows who Metal Church is.

I love Metal Church and have listened to them for 20 years, They are probably amongst the ten best bands of all time. Magnificent stuff and I'm glad to see that you guys liked it.

Beyond the black is also a fantastic song! definitely a sleeper 💯

Gods Of Wrath is the song that got me all the way into this band! Saw em three times. Twice with David Wayne, one of the best live shows i ever saw.

David Wayne is the vocalist on this track. He was their original vocalist. Sadly, he passed away in 2005.

As a metalhead for 14years now, I have never heard of this band!! So thanks to you guys! :)

There was a lot of joy in just seeing y’all react to that. Never seen George put one in the playlist before it was done lol. That was awesome, guys.

Y'all loving this song warms my heart, I really needed this video guys, thank you. Metal Church kicks ass.

Oh wow the Singer David Wayne was about 30 when this came out and had been a US Army Combat Medic prior to joining the Band.

Never thought I’d see a Metal Church reaction ! You guys constantly bring a fresh take on classics for this lifelong metal head. I can re appreciate these killer tracks. Love what you guys continue to do!

Rest in Peace David Wayne. His vocals fit Metal Church to perfection.

This and Gods of Wrath are the biggest ones of this album, but the whole thing is a metal masterpiece. Thanks for doing it!! Kirk Arrington was a massive influence on me and I'm glad you gave him a shout out :)

I love Metal Church! And this song left an impression on me at a young age, it's sick! The vocals grow on you, I'd say.

I've been waiting forever for you guys to do Metal Church! Yesss!!! 🤘

Ever since Black Sabbath's first album "Black Sabbath" kicked off the genre which would come to be known as heavy metal with the first song on that album "Black Sabbath" many metal bands have done the same. Iron Maiden's first album was self-titled and they still play "Iron Maiden" in their live show to this day. This album is fire through and through, glad you guys gave this a listen. Cheers guys!

One of the best metal songs of all time. The production and sonic quality are off the chart. Whoever produced and mixed this, those are the best sounding drums I've ever heard as well as the guitar tone sounding as well as their playing ability. Just a great song.

You also need to check out their album The Dark. David Wayne could sing his ass off!

I remember seeing Metal Church Armored Saint and a very young Metallica at Gazzari's on the sunset strip back in the 80s.

Saw this band at Ruthie's in Berkeley. It was their return to the Bay Area. Everyone was there, Metallica, Exodus, Trauma, Hexx, etc. Great show and good dudes. These guys had everyone's respect.

I never thought I'd see a Metal Church review/reaction, much less that you guys would like it so much. 😊

That song's fun as shit to play on the drums. Don't sleep on Metal Church.

Metal Church has a bunch of great songs you could react to. Start the Fire, Gods of Wrath, Beyond the Black, Watch the Children Pray...

This is probably my favorite reaction of yours. So cool seeing you appreciate this under appreciated band. Favorite reaction but favorite quote is still from Holy Wars reaction “ this is like Black porno” 😂

Dude, you're so right, George! I consider myself above average as far as how many metal songs anyone has listened to. From Black Sabbath to Megadeth, from Cannibal Corpse to Necrophagist and anything in between, I'm 43 and I've listened to thousands of metal songs but I've never really listened to a whole song from Metal Church. I know their name, I've seen their pictures and photos back in the day but this is my first time listening to them. You dudes got me listening to them now! Your channel is FIRE!!! 🔥🔥🔥

Savatage - hall of the mountain king

I love how y’all over the years have kinda taken the journey a lot of us metal heads have over our lives where we gradually tolerate crazier vocals lol

Sad news in the metal world today. Vocalist Mike Howe, singer for Metal Church has passed away today. Good to see this reaction. Keep metal. And raise your horns. 🤘

This is absolutely my favorite of all of your reaction videos. I come back to this every few months to rewatch it and your reaction and the appreciation of the music always hits!

Metal Church - Badlands is a great song. Anything off the Blessing in Disguise album is worth a listen.

Fuckin awesome! I first heard this in '85 and this song is one of my favorites to play on drums! 🤘🏼😝🤘🏼

This is a VERY influential album for me. Gods of Wrath is amazing. The cover of Deep Purples Highway Star. Beyond the Black. Just an excellent album. David Wayne was a very underrated singer.

Calling playlist in the first minute is like being up by 20 in the first quarter. Game's not decided, but it looks good. This song is up by 20 in the first, wins by 40.

At that time, this album was as important to us as Master Of Puppets. My first tattoo is pretty much inspired by the cover pic of this one. Metal Church was a huge impact and influence. Quite funny you arrived here that late. 😅 and btw the drumming on this record was also a huge influence on my own playing.

One of my favorite tunes that you guys have introduced me to over the years. Shout out to everyone who requested this song.

Metal Church, "Smoove & Fly" ahahhahha I fking love you guys. Infinite love and gratitude form Colorado!

Their album The Dark is one of my favorite albums ever

Church is a band that all other metal bands love, that tells you all you need to know, when Jaymz got burnt by pyro they got John Marshall, to play on tour, whats that tell you, was a teenager when metallica, megadeth, slayer & all hit the scene & without question Metal Church is our best kept secret but the secrets out & enjoy! They are NOT a one off, simply explore & enjoy ~ thanks to you for bringing them to light🤘

Kirk Arrington is one of my favorite all time drummers. Complete beast.

Man this brings back memories of the days in the early 80s and 90s when you used to walk into the local Tower Records once or twice a month and scan the metal section from A to Z. I bought so many metal albums just by the cover art and discovered an entire world of metal, too many to name, but it became a ritual and I built my album collection from that practice, Good Times lost forever.

This music was the first metal music that I've heard in my life. It was 1984. This drumming fills was amazing for a 12 years old kid.

Band: Metal Church Album: Metal Church Song: Metal Church

I can't get through this song without air drumming and guitaring.

Try Metal Church “Ton of Bricks”!

There are like 5 or 6 amazing songs from this record. Its such an 80's Metal/Thrash Classic.

I remember vividly when I heard this album for the very first time in 1984 (I was 14 back then) and I as well was blown away by the sheer musicality, the impressive song-structures and its massive production. It warms my heart that this type of music is somewhat still relevant judging by your reactions. You guys get it! Thank you for yet another great video!

Wow!! What a great birthday present. My favourite metal album ever! And so underrated. I love this song. And the drummer, Kirk Arrington indeed, is the best metal drummer ever imho. You should try the song ‘Beyond the Black’ as well. For me the epitome of heavy metal. Thanks guys, great review/first reaction..

Luv Metal Church, one of my fav metal bands of the 80's

I have loved Metal Church. Since the beginning This is True Metal Kiddies... \m/

"Ton of Bricks" from "Metal Church - The Dark."

Boys.....I am a dyed in the wool, long term, hard core metal head....and you have opened MY ears to a band and tune I have never heard of before. This....AND your reactions.....it downright absolutely effing brilliant! WHAT a tune and your reactions completely nailed it. Ryan was spot on....COMPLETELY caught me off guard. Thank you guys. I am now diving into Discogs....

15:06 the drum fill is always my favorite part 😂

I'm so glad to see an underrated gem finally getting more recognition

This song is a masterpiece. The drumming is absolutely perfect. I'm baffled but glad y'all reviewed it! George and Ryan, LIV, easily one of my favorites to subscribe to. Meat Loaf or Meatball, holy shit y'all've got me laughing my ass off!! Editing to add that I've freeloaded long enough with hours and hours of the free content. You'll have a new Patreon supporter in a few minutes. Thanks guys from a Texas headbanger.

I immediately loved this album when it came out in 1984, and I still see Metal Church every chance I get!!! \m/ RIP David Wayne (vocalist)

You guys are about to become Huge fans of one of metals best bands….!

Beyond the black is another great song by them off the same album. Also keep in mind that they were playing these songs in 1983 at shows so they were way ahead of their time

Anthem to the estranged is a masterpiece, hope you'll listen it someday

Kirk Arrington is one of the best drummers I've ever heard. From production of his drum sound, to groove, to intensity, he kicked ass. Unfortunately I think he ended up having issues with Diabetes

I did not know about this group previously. I love this! Thanks for this reaction!

I saw Metal Church touring their 2nd album, The Dark at Harpo's in Detroit opening for Anthrax in 86. METAL CHURCH stole the show. One of the most intense and standout performances that i have ever seen. I loved an Anthrax too, but didnt even come close to Metal Church perfection.