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A Christian Rock quartet originally known as FUSION and subsequently GARDIAN, the band was initially recognized for sporting 'Stars Wars' style 'Armour of God' stage outfits. In their earliest incarnation the musical approach was a little hi-tech. As FUSION the band released a 1984 EP ‘Rock In Victory’ and a 1987 follow up ‘Voyager’. FUSION cited a line-up comprising singer Paul Cawley, guitarist James Isham, bass player Max Alpha (a.k.a. David Bach) and drummer Rikk Hart.

A new title of GARDIAN, neglecting the ‘U’ of the usual spelling in order to keep the band title within the numerological 7 cipher content, was adopted as the band struck a major deal. The band were not content to simply preach to the converted,so to speak, and were a common addition to bills at such secular Rock joints as The Whiskey A Go Go and The Palace in Los Angeles.

The debut album, 'First Watch' produced by STRYPER guitarist Oz Fox and released by the Enigma label, was recorded with original vocalist Paul Cawley and drummer Rikk Hart in the line-up. Prior to recording original guitar player David Caro had been usurped by Tony Palacios. Musically GUARDIAN were certainly in Heavy Metal territory for this outing. GUARDIAN then opted to switch labels to a Christian concern for their next effort and signed up to the Pakaderm label. Fortuitous timing as Enimga went bust shortly after. Other changes witnessed the introduction of former TEMPEST vocalist Jamie Rowe and drummer Karl Ney and GUARDIAN's shift into more melodic Rock climes. 1990's 'Fire And Love' boasts John Elefante on keyboards and backing vocals. The band's profile rose sharply with the heavy rotation on MTV afforded the video for 'Power Of Love'...