Victory is a Heavy Metal band from Memphis, Tennessee and is the brainchild of frontman-Steven Patrick. Steven is known for his work as lead vocalist for the world renown Metal band Holy Soldier. However, before there was Holy Soldier, Steven Patrick cut his teeth with a short-lived outfit that went by the band name VICTORY. The group takes the idea for their moniker from scripture as seen in 1 John 5:4-5 "For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. 5 Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?"
VICTORY was comprised of lead vocalist-Steven Patrick(Holy Soldier), lead & rhythm guitarist-Sean O'Donnell, bassist/keyboardist-Kelly McDonald, along with drummer/percussionist-David McNinch.
VICTORY was comprised of lead vocalist-Steven Patrick(Holy Soldier), lead & rhythm guitarist-Sean O'Donnell, bassist/keyboardist-Kelly McDonald, along with drummer/percussionist-David McNinch.
In 1987 VICTORY released their self-titled debut 5-track EP cassette recording on Last Day Records. This '87 EP was produced in house by the band's very own Steven Patrick. The recording was mixed & mastered at the Attic Recording Studio and Engineered by both John Scott and John David. This is a solid Metal offering that is sure to please fans of Holy Soldier, Sacred Warrior, and Recon. The track-list for 'Victory' includes
1.Kill'em with love 2.Hell on wheels 3.Emerald Stare 4.Revelation (Instrumental) 5.Grave Beneath the Willow.
This EP release is an important peace of history within the Christian Metal community. It helps the listener to understand what went into the development of Steven Patrick's style and what would eventually carry over to help make Holy Soldier a house hold name in the Christian Metal music scene.
1.Kill'em with love 2.Hell on wheels 3.Emerald Stare 4.Revelation (Instrumental) 5.Grave Beneath the Willow.
This EP release is an important peace of history within the Christian Metal community. It helps the listener to understand what went into the development of Steven Patrick's style and what would eventually carry over to help make Holy Soldier a house hold name in the Christian Metal music scene.
Guitarist-Sean O'Donnell manages the 6-strings for the band delivering up the same styles and techniques that helped make the 80's Metal scene so great.
The lyrics, while not the strong suit of the band,
are thought provoking as one can see in the following excerpts:
are thought provoking as one can see in the following excerpts:
"Grave Beneath The Willow"
(Written by Steven Patrick & Sean O'Donnell)
She has gone away
She is now a spirit
If only you could hear our voices
Singing Heaven's lyrics
We travel on the whispering winds
Heaven is our home
We wait for all God's children
We're not alone
"Hell On Wheels"
"Is a song about the seven year tribulation talked about in Revelation"
(Written by Steven Patrick, Sean O'Donnell, and Jeff Guyman)
Suddenly the blackened sky
Was ripped, ripped wide open
The Lord spoke to all the land
These words were spoken
"Fear not my children For you shall all be saved"
The ground opened and the devil's men
Fell into their grave
Live or die
"Emerald Stare"
(Written by Steven Patrick & Sean O'Donnell)
I was dark, you were light
Like a thief in the night
Slowly you lured me in
You were love, I was hate
Blinded by fate
My eyes were sealed from within
Frozen the tears
That held in my fears
Allowing me never to feel
"Kill 'Em With Love"
(Written by Steven Patrick & Sean O'Donnell)
The die is cast, the First and Last
I Am: the Blood-stained Dove
Kill 'em with Love
I cannot exist alone
Within you, I will make my home
Unlock the door.
I Am: the key
And you shall find yourself in Me
As disease, I quickly spread
'Til I consume your heart and head
And you infect all those who see
The Love in you that's really Me
(Written by Steven Patrick & Sean O'Donnell)
She has gone away
She is now a spirit
If only you could hear our voices
Singing Heaven's lyrics
We travel on the whispering winds
Heaven is our home
We wait for all God's children
We're not alone
"Hell On Wheels"
"Is a song about the seven year tribulation talked about in Revelation"
(Written by Steven Patrick, Sean O'Donnell, and Jeff Guyman)
Suddenly the blackened sky
Was ripped, ripped wide open
The Lord spoke to all the land
These words were spoken
"Fear not my children For you shall all be saved"
The ground opened and the devil's men
Fell into their grave
Live or die
"Emerald Stare"
(Written by Steven Patrick & Sean O'Donnell)
I was dark, you were light
Like a thief in the night
Slowly you lured me in
You were love, I was hate
Blinded by fate
My eyes were sealed from within
Frozen the tears
That held in my fears
Allowing me never to feel
"Kill 'Em With Love"
(Written by Steven Patrick & Sean O'Donnell)
The die is cast, the First and Last
I Am: the Blood-stained Dove
Kill 'em with Love
I cannot exist alone
Within you, I will make my home
Unlock the door.
I Am: the key
And you shall find yourself in Me
As disease, I quickly spread
'Til I consume your heart and head
And you infect all those who see
The Love in you that's really Me
If your looking for some classic Heavy Metal to add to your collection then check out this self-titled EP by VICTORY! Hopefully, in the near future, we will see one of the leading record companies take on the task of re-mastering and re-issuing this rare recording.
Help Steven Patrick's brother - Sean O'Donnell(guitarist) win the battle and save his eyesight!
"I have a virus that has reactivated in my brain and spinal column, unfortunately I am beginning to lose vision. These type of viruses, commonly referred to as neurotrophic viruses, do permanent damage to the architecture of the brain and central nervous system..as well as optic nerves." (Read More...Support)
"I have a virus that has reactivated in my brain and spinal column, unfortunately I am beginning to lose vision. These type of viruses, commonly referred to as neurotrophic viruses, do permanent damage to the architecture of the brain and central nervous system..as well as optic nerves." (Read More...Support)
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Musicians:
Steven Patrick(Holy Soldier) - Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitars, & Keyboards
Sean O'Donnell - Lead & Rhythm Guitars, Keyboards & Backing Vocals
Kelly McDonald - Bass, Keyboards, & Backing Vocals
David McNinch - Drums, Guitars, & Backing Vocals
Steven Patrick(Holy Soldier) - Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitars, & Keyboards
Sean O'Donnell - Lead & Rhythm Guitars, Keyboards & Backing Vocals
Kelly McDonald - Bass, Keyboards, & Backing Vocals
David McNinch - Drums, Guitars, & Backing Vocals