40th Anniversary by Petra - DeepRiffs

COMPILATION

Volume 1

Volume 2

During Christian rock’s early days, Petra set the standard with tunes that combined soaring vocals and driving instrumental work with God-centered lyrics. This well-selected collection gathers the best of the band’s work over four decades, making the case for its consistently strong musicianship and unfailing dedication to the Word. Guitarist John Hartman’s scripturally rooted songwriting is the constant, keeping Petra grounded through various lineup shifts and stylistic variations. Initial hits like “Why Should the Father Bother” and “The Coloring Song” retain their folk-tinged appeal thanks to the clean-edged vocals of Greg X. Volz. The band gained a grittier edge when former Head East singer John Schlitt joined as frontman in 1986. “This Means War,” “He Came, He Saw, He Conquered,” and similar ‘80s-era singles benefit from muscular lead guitar and shimmering, techno-influenced keyboards. Petra didn’t neglect its ballad side either, releasing emotive praise tunes like “Thankful Heart” and “Creed.” The snarling “Jekyll & Hyde” from 2003 shows the band’s prowess in the 21st century.

Volume 1

1. Why Should The Father Bother?

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Engineer: Andy De Ganahl; Production
Producer: George Atwell; Production
Studio Personnel: Andy De Ganahl; Production

2. Killing My Old Man

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Engineer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Mixing: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Studio Personnel: Jonathan David Brown; Production

3. For Annie

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Engineer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Mixing: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Studio Personnel: Jonathan David Brown; Production

4. Without Him We Can Do Nothing

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: Greg X. Volz; Composer
Engineer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Mixing: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Studio Personnel: Jonathan David Brown; Production

5. Angel Of Light

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Engineer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Mixing: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Studio Personnel: Jonathan David Brown; Production

6. Road To Zion

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: Mike Hudson; Composer
Mixing: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Recording: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Studio Personnel: Jonathan David Brown; Production

7. Rose Colored Stained Glass Windows

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production

8. Judas' Kiss

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production

9. Stand Up

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production

10. Bema Seat

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production

11. Grave Robber

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Mixing: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Studio Personnel: Jonathan David Brown; Production

12. Beat The System

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production

13. God Gave Rock And Roll To You

Composer: Russ Ballard; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production

14. Voice In The Wind

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Lyricist: Bob Hartman; Composer
Producer: Jonathan David Brown; Production
Composer Lyricist: Bob Hartman; Other

Volume 2

1. Thankful Heart

Composer: John Elefante
Bob Hartman
Dino Elefante; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

2. This Means War!

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

3. He Came, He Saw, He Conquered

Composer: John Elefante
Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

4. All Fired Up

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

5. Hit You Where You Live

Composer: John Elefante
Bob Hartman
Billy Smiley; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

6. Beyond Belief

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

7. Creed

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

8. Dance

Composer: John Elefante
Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

9. Sight Unseen

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

10. Midnight Oil

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Brown Bannister; Production

11. Enter In

Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Composer: John Elefante
Bob Hartman
Jim Cooper; Composer
Lyricist: Jim Cooper
John Elefante; Composer
Producer: John Elefante
Dino Elefante; Production

12. Jekyll & Hyde

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Peter Furler; Production

13. Holy Is Your Name

Composer: Bob Hartman; Composer
Primary Artist: Petra; Main Performer
Producer: Bob Hartman
Brian Hitt; Production

Technical Specifications

Volume

2 volumes in total

Tracks

27 tracks available

Type

COMPILATION

Format

Digital Media

Duration

1 hour, 49 minutes and 42 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 1500x1500 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

26/27 tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

19/27 tracks have synced lyrics

Genres

Comedy, Other, Christian, CCM, Rock, Easy Pop

Label

Starsong (STR)

Music Distribution Service

UMG Global

Country

United States

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Dec 31, 2012

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

5099995875651