In the early days of Bloodgood touring, there were no booking circuits established for Christian Metal Bands. Rarely were there ever any guarantees, and most of the promoters were first-timers. Paul, was our soundman, truck driver, stage manager, crew leader, and whatever we needed him to be. Along with his amazing wife and partner, Leslie, he viewed firsthand what life was really like, out on the road for the early bands of Christian Metal. In this book, Paul captures this incredible pioneering Metal Missionary journey and what it was like to live it!-Les Carlsen, Lead vocalist of BloodgoodThis special 25th Anniversary Edition of Rubber Meets the Road has been completely updated from cover to cover and contains many new never before published photographs, and two entirely new chapters not contained in the original book. A compelling look at the Christian music industry and a true must-read for any Bloodgood or Barren Cross fan.