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STRYPER's OZ FOX To Miss Band's Latin American Tour: He Has Been 'Advised To Avoid Extended Or Intense Touring'

STRYPER guitarist Oz Fox will sit out the band's upcoming Latin American tour on advice of his doctor. The 64-year-old musician, who underwent a brain surgery in May 2024, will once again be temporarily replaced by Howie Simon (JEFF SCOTT SOTO, GRAHAM BONNET),who previously filled in for Fox on sev...

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MICHAEL SWEET: 'Every Band Has It Tough To A Degree. But I Do Think STRYPER Had It A Little Tougher'

In a new interview with Canada's The Metal Voice, Michael Sweet of Christian metallers STRYPER once again spoke about the fact that he and his bandmates have never been fully embraced in heavy metal and hard rock circles, largely because of their Christian lyrics. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERM...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET: 'I've Come To The Conclusion That The Hate For This Band Stems From Hatred For God'

Michael Sweet of Christian metallers STRYPER has defended his group against online criticism, saying that he and his bandmates "have nothing to prove." On Thursday (June 5),Michael took to his social media to write: "I'm just thinking out loud here. I grew up in a musical family. Everyone (and I me...

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STRYPER's Performance At SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL Canceled Due To Plane's 'Malfunctioning Smoke Detector System And Power Failure'

Christian rockers STRYPER have been forced to cancel their appearance at the 2025 edition of the Sweden Rock Festival on Thursday, June 5 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. Earlier today, STRYPER released the following statement via social media: "We regret to announce that STRYPER will be unable to perform at...

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MICHAEL SWEET Is 'So Excited' About STRYPER's Upcoming Christmas Album: 'It's Gonna Be Awesome'

Christian rockers STRYPER entered the studio in late April to begin recording their first-ever full-length Christmas album. The 10-song effort will include five original Christmas tracks and five traditional Christmas cuts, including remakes of "Reason For The Season" and "Winter Wonderland", both o...

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STRYPER's Christmas Album Should Be Completed By Early July

Christian rockers STRYPER enter the studio in late April to begin recording their first-ever full-length Christmas album. The 10-song effort will include five original Christmas tracks and five traditional Christmas cuts, including remakes of "Reason For The Season" and "Winter Wonderland", both of...

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STRYPER Is Preparing To Record Christmas Album

Christian rockers STRYPER are preparing to enter the studio to record their first-ever full-length Christmas album. The 10-song effort will include five original Christmas tracks and five traditional Christmas cuts, including remakes of "Reason For The Season" and "Winter Wonderland", both of which...

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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, THE DARKNESS, STRYPER, SYMPHONY X, Others Confirmed For 2026 Edition Of 'Monsters Of Rock Cruise'

On The Blue Cruises, Inc., one of the leading music cruise experience producers over the past 20 years, has announced that the annual Monsters Of Rock Cruise (MORC),the world's premier hard rock and heavy metal fan immersive music cruise sailing the high seas since 2012, will return for its fourtee...

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STRYPER Announces Summer 2025 40th-Anniversary Latin American Tour

Christian rockers STRYPER have announced the details of their 40th-anniversary tour of Latin America. The 14-date trek will launch on July 11 in Monterrey, Mexico and will conclude on August 2 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Tour dates: July 11 - Monterrey, Mexico @ GNP Show Center July 12 - Mexico City,...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET Explains When Use Of Backing Tracks Becomes 'Too Much'

In a recent interview with Metal Pilgrim, STRYPER frontman Michael Sweet was asked if he would ever be open to using backing tracks to enhance the band's live performances. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, we use some backing tracks now. No lead vocals. Back in the past, the...

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MICHAEL SWEET On Perception That He Runs STRYPER Like A Dictatorship: 'It's Just Not True'

In a new interview with The Front Row Report With Reggie Edwards, STRYPER frontman Michael Sweet spoke about how his songwriting process has evolved over the four decades of the band's existence. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I personally think that that's my greatest gift in terms...

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How Close Did C.C. DEVILLE Come To Joining STRYPER? MICHAEL SWEET Responds

In a new interview with Guitar By Emily, Michael Sweet confirmed that C.C. DeVille auditioned for STRYPER before joining POISON and achieving multi-platinum success as the latter band's guitarist. Regarding how he met DeVille in the first place, Sweet said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I wa...

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JOHN COOPER: 'Without STRYPER, There'd Be No SKILLET'

In a new interview with Hudson and Aly from "The Hudson Show" on RadioU, John Cooper, the frontman and bassist for the Grammy-nominated Christian rock band SKILLET, was asked to name his favorite 1980s Christian metal band. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Oh, man. Well, I'm a hug...

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MICHAEL SWEET Would Like OZZY OSBOURNE To Give Induction Speech For STRYPER At ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME

In a new interview with Shaggy of the 94.9 and 104.5 The Pick radio station in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Michael Sweet was asked whom he would like to induct STRYPER into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame if that day ever comes. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Oh, man. I would love someth...

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CASANDRA'S CROSSING Feat. GEORGE LYNCH And CASANDRA CARSON: 'Closer To Heaven' Single Released

CASANDRA'S CROSSING, the new musical alliance between guitar legend George Lynch and powerhouse singer Casandra Carson, has released its third single, "Closer To Heaven". The track is taken from CASANDRA'S CROSSING's debut album, "Garden Of Earthly Delights", which will arrive on October 25 via Fron...