Resurrection Band – Colours

Resurrection Band – Colours

A landmark release from one of the most influential bands in Christian rock history, Colours sees Resurrection Band delivering a powerful blend of hard rock energy, socially conscious songwriting, and melodic musicianship. Released in 1980, the album captures the band’s transition from their blues-rock beginnings into a heavier, more polished sound that helped define the emerging Christian hard rock scene.

Formed in Chicago in the early 1970s by Glenn Kaiser and Wendi Kaiser, Resurrection Band (often known as Rez Band) became pioneers of faith-based rock music, combining the intensity of mainstream rock with lyrics addressing personal struggles, social issues, and spiritual themes. Their music was notable for refusing to stay within traditional gospel boundaries, instead embracing the sounds and attitude of contemporary rock while maintaining a strong message.

Colours is regarded as one of the band’s strongest and most accessible albums, featuring powerful guitar-driven arrangements, memorable hooks, and the unmistakable vocals of Glenn and Wendi Kaiser. The album opens with the energetic “Autograph”, while the title track “Colours” delivers a dramatic mix of heavy riffs and atmospheric rock. Songs such as “N.Y.C.”, “American Dream”, and “City Streets” explore themes of modern life, identity, and social challenges, showcasing the band’s ability to combine hard rock with meaningful storytelling.

With its blend of classic rock influences, melodic guitar work, and thought-provoking lyrics, Colours remains an essential record for fans of Petra, Kansas, Rush, Led Zeppelin, and 1980s Christian rock. A highly regarded album from a pioneering band, it is a must-have for collectors of classic rock and alternative Christian music.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Autograph
2. Colours
3. N.Y.C.
4. Hidden Man
5. Amazing

Side B

1. American Dream
2. Benny And Sue
3. City Streets
4. Beggar In The Alleyway
5. The Struggle