To Hell With The Devil

Stryper adopted a distinct yellow and black aesthetic for this release on Enigma Records. The music combines heavy guitar riffs with radio-ready hooks to create a polished sound. This approach challenged the typical expectations of the heavy metal scene during that decade.

Technical production provided a glossy finish that was characteristic of commercial rock from the mid-eighties. The band blended high energy with accessible melodies, exemplified by the track Honestly. This album captures a specific moment in the eighties when hair metal held significant influence, serving as a primary example of how the group attempted to shift the stylistic boundaries of their peers within the era.