From the mosh pits of alternative rock to the soothing rhythms of indie melodies, there are countless contenders for Christian music’s best alternative group. Bands known for their thought-provoking lyrics, innovative sounds and unwavering dedication to their faith are all competing for the title — but only one can be crowned as the ultimate winner.
We asked you to figure it out among yourselves, and we have to say, there were a lot of tough contenders out there.
Who do you think got it right?
The Crucified
The Crucified. Hardcore in sound and witness
— Eric Bowling 🎳 (@eebowling) July 27, 2023
Could the band that “pioneered Christian hardcore” music be No.1?
Relient K
— Mark Blackwell (@mark_blackwell) July 27, 2023
There’s a strong case for Relient K to be the kings, considering they’re one of the few to still be around.
Five Iron Frenzy
It’s definitely @fiveironfrenzy
— Dan Carson (@Deesee_j) July 27, 2023
Is it safe to say Five Iron Frenzy put Christian ska music on the map?
Pedro the Lion / mewithoutYou
Pedro the lion or mewithoutyou
— richard (@therchrd) July 27, 2023
Pedro the Lion feels too deep cut to be the G.O.A.T., but let’s hear him about about mewithoutYou…
Barlow Girl
Barlow girl
— Todd Showdown (@todd_showdown) July 27, 2023
Finally, some female representation!
Jars of Clay
Jars of Clay
— Ryan Clark (@thatryanclark) July 27, 2023
Now we’re getting to some serious competition.
The Choir
The Choir is underrated; they were ahead of their time for sure. Ditto the 77s. mewithoutYou could make a strong case, too.
— John B. (@hopchic) July 27, 2023
Honestly, kudos to The Choir for still rocking out.
Sufjan Stevens
Gotta be sufjan
— Mechanicjeans (@mechanicjeans) July 27, 2023
This is 100% a stretch, but we will accept this as an answer.
Switchfoot
Just ask for the second best because Switchfoot already answered this question
— Josh Kumar (@jkumar821) July 27, 2023
We all knew the answer to this question before we even asked it.
