Armored Saint

Active ·1982–present ·Los Angeles, United States ·85.0 Kaos Heavy Metal

Current lineup

  • Gonzo Sandoval Drums 1982–1992, 1999–2003, 2006–present
  • Jeff Duncan Guitars 1989–1992, 1999–2003, 2006–present
  • Joey Vera Bass 1982–1992, 1999–2003, 2006–present
  • John Bush Vocals 1982–1992, 1999–2003, 2006–present
  • Phil Sandoval Guitars 1982–1985, 1990–1992, 1999–2003, 2006–present

Timeline

Vocals Guitars Bass Drums Live only Split up
split up split up 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030

Discography

Year Title Type Kaos Score
2026 Emotion Factory Reset
 full length —
2026 Emotion Factory Reset + Live
 ep —
2021 Symbol of Salvation Live
 live —
2020 Punching the Sky
 full length 8.5/10
2018 South American Tour 2018
 ep —
2016 Carpe Noctum
 live —
2015 Win Hands Down
 full length —
2010 La raza
 full length —
2009 2009 Australian Tour Compilation
 compilation —
2001 Nod to the Old School
 compilation —
2000 Revelation
 full length —
2000 1983-2000 - Armored & Dangerous
 compilation —
1991 Symbol of Salvation
 full length —
1988 Saints Will Conquer
 live —
1987 Raising Fear
 full length —
1985 Delirious Nomad
 full length —
1984 March of the Saint
 full length —
1983 Armored Saint
 ep —

Reviews of Armored Saint

Armored Saint — Punching the Sky 8.5

Armored Saint

Punching the Sky

2020 · Heavy Metal

Five old soldiers, one piper, and not one concession to the calendar.

Declan Rourke Oct 23, 2026

Latest News

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Armored Saint Looked for a Singer After John Bush Left, Then Stopped Looking

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Armored Saint Film Not On Your Life Four Months After the Album It Sits On

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John Bush Explains Where Not On Your Life's Words Came From, and They Came From Two Phrases

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Armored Saint Revives a Classic with Metal Flair

Mar 30, 2026

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