Very hard choice! Family Force 5 is my over-all favorite band. But in Christian music,  my second favorite is defiantly a tie. But here's my top four and why.

1. Family Force-they bring a very unique sound to the industry. Their message is clear, and their music is positive. Yet, it's not your grandmama's Sunday morning music-they're loud, entergetic, and awesome to crank up in the car and sing along to. Their lyrics are great and the members of the band are all really great guys. They don't really fit in any genre-they're the 'Heinz 57' of music; a little hip-hop, some electronic, dance, metal, screamo, alternative rock, crunk, nu-metal. They are also incredible performers-their shows are like nothing I have ever seen before. Plus, they're from the ATL, my hometown. Who doen't love a couple 'kountry gentlemen' on their iPod? (you can tell I'm a huge fan of theirs. Look how long that is!)

2. Demon Hunter-over all amazing band. They are very heavy metal, and the harsh screaming constantly fades into smooth melodies, then back to screaming. They boldly express their faith in their lyrics. Though their hardcore sound has been compared to Slipknot, Slayer, Killswitch Engage, and even Korn, these guys are unique in an indescribable way. Their lyrics are very easy to relate to for most people-dealing with others, our own inner struggles, and trying to keep our faith but be accepted by a anti-faith culture. Don't let their meanacing appearance or the demon skull logo on every album cover scare you off-these guys are definantly keepers.

3. (really, 2b. These guys tie with DH for second!) Disciple- Another over-all amazing band. Disciple's CDs contain a crowd-pleasing mixture of soft rock and heavy metal. Their lyrics are deep and easy to relate to. Brad, Joey, Tim, and Kevin are wonderful guys who really understand what people are going through.

4. POD (Payable On Death)- POD brings a very interesting mix of metal, hiphop, and reggae-yes, reggae-to the industry. Their mega-hit 'Youth Of The Nation' adresses the issues of youth violence.  They have very Christian lyrics and great tunes to turn up loud.

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Well, that's my opinion.