News : Stryper tour draws near…

Just a friendly reminder to our readers that the upcoming Stryper Australian tour in August is confirmed. Many speculated for awhile if the tour was still on, but we do have confirmation that it has the green light. Stryper will be celebrating their 25th anniversary in style as Just Say Rock present this amazing glam rock Christian super group to Australian audiences.

Press release:

Just Say Rock is excited to announce the return of Stryper, who will be bringing their 25th Anniversary Tour to Australia! After a quarter century of unprecedented success, the righteous rockers known as Stryper have found a way to keep their high-voltage sonic fire burning. No greater evidence exists than the band’s latest studio project and 10th career disc, Murder by Pride.

Without question, Murder by Pride represents a resounding return to form for Stryper. The 12-track album is replete with smouldering dual guitars, euphoric harmonies and sing-along anthems worthy of playing full-volume with windows wide open.

Looking back over the last 25 years, Stryper is considered a groundbreaking act by all accounts. Since the band’s label debut in 1984, the quartet has sold more than 8 million albums worldwide. The first Christian rock band to enjoy decided success in the mainstream market, Stryper’s RIAA certified platinum 1986 magnum opus To Hell with the Devil is listed among the “100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music” as designated by CCM Magazine. The band’s popular power ballad “Honestly” became a Billboard Top 40 hit, peaking at #23.

In conjunction with the latest release, Stryper will be heading to Australia as part of their 25th anniversary celebrations. The tour will feature their greatest hits and some newer material performed by all the original band members including: Michael Sweet (lead vocals, rhythm guitar); Robert Sweet (drums); Oz Fox (lead guitar); and Tim Gaines (bass).

Still one of the most mesmerizing stage acts today, Stryper received tremendous exposure on television’s MTV and VH1, paving the way for more faith-fuelled bands to be considered for airplay. So come and celebrate 25 years of Stryper as they head our way in August 2010!

TOUR DATES
Melbourne: Wednesday 25th August 2010, Billboard The Venue
Sydney: Thursday 26th August 2010, Metro Theatre
Brisbane: Saturday 28th August 2010, Hi Fi Brisbane

Tickets are still available through venues and respected outlets.

For more information, go to: www.stryper.com