Hailing from Pasadena, TX, ‘Shining Force’ was formed back in 1995 by guitarist Billy Vaughn. Shining Force is a Power Metal outfit whose arrangements and sound is comparable to such big acts as Stryper, Iced Earth, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden.      

Many bands claim to be christian outfits and when you begin to investigate their lyrics, what you often find is an empty message. However, ‘Shining Force’ makes no bones about who the band is serving with lyrics that lift up our Messiah-Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. In the following, the band openly communicates their approach to lyrics:  “Make no mistake: Shining Force is honored to call Jesus Lord. We do not judge; we rather minister through love and provide a positive Metal product with the message of life and salvation through the King, Jesus Christ. Our lyrics are plain and we do not hide our Faith in order to please the media or masses. Our Vision is simple; see souls won to the Kingdom of God, set the captives free, minister to the sick, imprisoned, children, hungry, widowed, orphans, and single parent homes.” Full Bio