Prodigal (album)

Prodigal is a concept album by the American Christian metal band Bride, released in 1993. The album tells the story of a young man who leaves his family and faith, experiences the hardships of the world, and eventually returns home, mirroring the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son.

The album represents a shift in Bride's sound, incorporating elements of thrash metal, progressive metal, and blues rock alongside their traditional heavy metal style. It features heavier, more complex arrangements and darker lyrical themes than their previous work. Lyrically, the album explores themes of sin, redemption, forgiveness, and the grace of God. Prodigal is considered by many fans and critics to be one of Bride's most ambitious and well-regarded albums. The album received positive reviews for its musicianship, songwriting, and thematic depth.