Audio Adrenaline Bloom (30th Anniversary) Red & Orange Blossom Vinyl
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Style: Christian Rock
Type: Rocket Red Vinyl Record
Label: Girder Records
Key Features
- 30th Anniversary Limited Run Vinyl
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Limited to just 400 copies
- Comes on Red & Orange Blossom Vinyl w/ 2 sided full color printed insert with lyrics and photos
- Nominated for a Grammy™ for Best Rock Gospel Album
- Nominated for a Dove Award™ Rock Album of the Year (1997)
- It debuted in the Top 60 of the Billboard 200, a significant crossover feat for a Christian rock band in the mid-90s.
- RIAA Gold the band's first album to be certified Gold, signifying over 500,000 units sold.
- The album produced seven Top 4 singles, with four of them reaching #1 on Christian radio, including "Never Gonna Be As Big As Jesus.
- 2026 Girder Records 1237LP
- Officially licensed from Capital Records
- Release Date June, 2026
Audio Adrenaline: Bloom (30th Anniversary Edition)
Thirty years ago in 1996, Audio Adrenaline didn’t just release an album—they defined a decade of Christian rock with this album Bloom. Now, for the first time in three decades, the record that catapulted the band to superstardom returns in a exclusive and Limited Run Red & Orange Blossom, 30th Anniversary Vinyl Edition. Only 400 made and if you remember how fast Some Kind of Zombie sold, you'll want to get on this now.
Perfectly capturing the album’s unique tension between heavy grunge textures and infectious electric guitar leads, this limited edition release honors the raw, riff-driven legacy of original guitarist Barry Blair and the unmistakable vocals of Mark Stuart. From the driving grooves of "Secret" to the anthemic "Never Gonna Be As Big As Jesus," Bloom remains a defining moment in 90s rock history that earned both Dove and Grammy nominations for its high-energy sound. Mastered for vinyl by Rob Colwell and featuring art layout by Scott Waters @ Nolifetilmetal, this 30th-anniversary edition is a must-have for fans who want to experience these 13 classic tracks with the punch and clarity they deserve..
Anyone that thinks this is a grunge album is wrong because it's got electric guitar leads throughout. Anyone that thinks this is a rock album is wrong, because it's got the grungy feeling all over it. But anyone that thinks this is a CCM rock or Electric Pop album is also wrong. It's heavy with punch.
The Legacy of Bloom
Released in 1996, Bloom was the turning point where raw garage-rock energy met polished, radio-ready hooks. It became the band's first RIAA Gold-certified album, selling over 500,000 copies and proving that faith-based music could hold its own on the global stage.
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Grammy Nominated: Recognized in 1997 for Best Rock Gospel Album.
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Chart-Topping Hits: Featuring four #1 singles, including the iconic "Never Gonna Be As Big As Jesus" and the fan-favorite anthem "I'm Not the King."
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Critical Acclaim: A Dove Award nominee for Rock Album of the Year that remains a cornerstone of 90s alternative rock.
When Audio Adrenaline released Bloom in 1996, they answered any critic with an album packed with driving grooves, infectious melodies, and killer guitar riffs, Bloom quickly became one of the defining Christian rock albums of the 1990s.
From the moment the album opens with Secret, it’s obvious the band had found its footing. Tracks like I'm Not the King and Memoir showcase tight musicianship and a confident, riff-driven sound. Meanwhile, fan favorites such as Never Gonna Be as Big as Jesus, Good People, and Walk on Water deliver the kind of sing-along choruses that made the album so memorable and why we all love it to this day.
Frontman Mark Stuart brings a powerful, unmistakable voice that perfectly matches the band’s energetic rock sound. But a huge part of what makes Bloom stand out is the guitar work from original guitarist Barry Blair. His raw, catchy riffs drive the entire record, pushing the band into a more guitar-centered direction. Ironically, this would be Blair’s final album with the band, making it a fitting—and impressive—swan song.
The album blends pop-rock accessibility with a touch of the grunge influence that dominated the mid-’90s, yet it never feels like the band is chasing trends. Instead, Audio Adrenaline leaned heavily into great songwriting and riff-heavy rock, giving the record a sound that still holds up today. Even their energetic cover of Free Ride, originally by Edgar Winter, feels fresh and perfectly at home among the original tracks.
It could be many things, but one thing is absolutely certain—Bloom made a serious impact. The album was nominated for a Dove Award for Rock Album of the Year and a Grammy for Best Rock Gospel Album, both in 1997. Not bad for a record that simply set out to rock.
More than anything, Bloom is just a fun album to listen to. It’s catchy, energetic, and packed with hooks, yet still grounded in meaningful lyrics. Decades later, it remains a fan favorite and a standout release in the history of Christian rock. If you haven’t listened to it in a while, do yourself a favor—spin it again. Chances are you’ll be singing along before the second chorus hits
Tim Ristow talks about Audio Adrenaline's 1996 album, "Bloom". This album truly stands out in 90s music and is a cornerstone of Christian music, exemplifying great rock and roll linked to an encouraging spiritual message. Watch Tim as he discuss this influential piece of music from the 90s music playlist.
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Track Listing
- Secret
- Never Gonna Be As Big As Jesus
- Good People
- I'm Not The King
- Walk On Water
- See Through
- Free Ride
- Man Of God
- Gloryland
- Jazz Odyssey
- Bag Lady
- I Hear Jesus Calling
- Memoir
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