DOUG VAN PELT (Heaven’s Metal Magazine)
If there is anybody who deserves a big “thank you!” for how Christian rock has spread around in its popularity throughout the years, it is none other than Doug Van Pelt of Heaven’s Metal Magazine.
Doug started “Heaven’s Metal Magazine” in 1985 with news articles and pictures of Christian rock and metal bands that many had never heard of until they read about them in his publication. With this new outlet for Christian music, fans all over the country began to learn about the uprising of Christian rock and metal!
After 10 years from its inception, Heaven’s Metal evolved into HM in 1995. In 2005, HM split into two separate publications with the new division reclaiming the name, “Heaven’s Metal.” Heaven’s Metal remained focused on the hard rock / metal side of Christian music, while HM remained focused on other styles.
In 2013, HM Magazine was sold while Doug continues to own and operate Heaven’s Metal Magazine. Both publications are available online only and a must-read if you love Christian hard rock and metal!
Make sure to join us on this very special show and thank the man who helped the rest of us learn all about the heavier side of Christian music!