Armored Saint in Essen

Armored Saint are an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1982. Led by vocalist John Bush, they are known for the albums March of the Saint, Delirious Nomad and Symbol of Salvation, as well as songs including “Can U Deliver” and “Reign of Fire.” In 1985, Armored Saint supported Metallica on dates of the Ride the Lightning tour. Two years later, a concert at the Agora Theatre in Cleveland was recorded for the live album Saints Will Conquer, preserving the band’s Raising Fear-era stage set. Wacken Open Air has hosted the band, and Armored Saint have also performed at Keep It True in Germany.