Stryken was a band that started out as Stryker, but changed their name to try to avoid comparisons to Stryper, although both bands were “Christian” rock. Here’s a MySpace page on the band with more information. With an album cover like 1987′s “First Strike” (why not “First Stryke”?), it appears that the band had more in common with Stryper than a name.  Apparently the “AOG” on the third dude’s chestplate thing stands for “Armor of God”, which is what they call what they are wearing.  This line of armor includes miniskirts (for the two middle guys) and mascara as well.

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Track Listing: “Crush The Head Of Satan” (3:13), “One Way” (2:39), “The Answer” (5:04), “State Of Emergency” (2:37), “First Strike” (2:38), “Rock On” (3:14), “The Young Men Have A Vision” (4:51), “Riot” (5:03), “Surprise” (5:50)

Musicians:
Dale Streiker – Vocals & Lead Guitar
Stephen Streiker – Vocals, Guitars & Keyboards
Ezekiel Vade – Bass
Joey Knight – Drums & Percussion