Michael Sweet News

Monday, January 11th, 2010

mbp_michael2With joyful hearts, Michael Sweet and Lisa were married on January 8, 2010 at a private ceremony with their families and closest friends by their side.

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Stryper to perform at NYSE Christmas Tree Lighting

Sunday, December 6th, 2009

Stryper will be performing at the 86th Annual NYSE Tree Lighting on December 10th. Other artists appearing include, Twisted Sister, Collective Soul, Billy Ray Cyrus, Katie Vogele and several others.

Official NYSE Press Release

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“Whip It” now available for Pre-order

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

“Whip It” is now available for pre-order at Amazon.com. The DVD and Blu-ray will be released on January 26, 2010.

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Pre-Order the Blu-ray

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San Antonio and Odessa cancelled.

Friday, November 6th, 2009

The tour dates for San Antonio and Odessa, TX have both been officially canceled. It is unknown at this time if/when the dates will be made up.

Houston and Dallas shows Postponed

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

The shows for Dallas and Houston have been postponed. House Of Blues has listed new dates for both shows as : Houston on December 21st, and Dallas on December 22nd.

Stryper Guest Hosting “The Message: AMPED!” on SIRIUS XM Radio!

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

Stryper Guest Hosting “The Message: AMPED!” on SIRIUS XM Radio!

October 31, 11pm ET…

November 3, 11pm ET (encore)

Join Stryper as they celebrate their 25th Anniversary by taking over this special edition of “The Message: AMPED!” Join the band as they share stories and play songs from their career, including songs from their brand new album “Murder By Pride.” A three-hour long treat for any true Christian Rock fan!

Not a subscriber? You can listen for FREE online by signing up for a 7-day trial by visiting www.siriusxm.com!

Contest Winner Announced

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

Congratulations to RSK Designs for being selected as winner of the Embedded Fan Contest!

RSK Designs (plus a guest) will receive Media Passes, and VIP seating to the October 15 Stryper show at The State Theatre in Falls Church, VA. The winner will interview a band member (TBD) and their pictures will be featured on Stryperforum.com!

Here is the question that was submitted by RSK Designs:

In a country so obviously divided on religion what do you think it is about the band and the music that has given you longevity you have and the ability reach so many people of all faiths and beliefs and make fans out of them?

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A Letter From Michael Sweet

Monday, October 12th, 2009

Hello Everyone,

I wanted to being to your attention that Michael has posted a personal update and special announcement within the “Message To The Fans” section of MICHAELSWEET.COM. Please follow the link below to read this letter from Michael….

A LETTER FROM MICHAEL

Blessings,
Jeff
Webmaster – MICHAELSWEET.COM & STRYPER.COM

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Update #5 – Four days in a row and two days off!!!

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
We just finished a four day run. We are all pretty tired out… the flu has been going around the bus and we have all had it. We have had a few folks get pretty angry because we havent been able to sign autographs after the shows. We will try to get to you all when we feel better.

The shows have been going great in spite of what you may be reading here on the forum by a few hecklers and whiners. I sometimes feel like Rodney King and ask “can’t we all just get along?”

Fact is – The fans are excited to see us, and the meet and greets have been a huge success. We played House Of Blues in Chicago last night and it appeared to be a sell out.

I am amazed at the distance some fans have traveled just to see us. We have had people flying in from all over the world… New Zealand, Australia, Japan, South America, and Europe, as well as travel from across America. It is truely humbling.

Stryper has some of the greatest and most dedicated fans in the world!! Thank You !!!!

We as a band are having the greatest time. It feels like we are just starting out for the first time. Morale is high and it shows when we play live.

See ya soon,
TG

Have You Seen “WHIP IT”?

Sunday, October 4th, 2009
“Whip It” hit theaters everywhere on October 2nd. For those of you that didn’t know, Ellen Page’s character, Bliss Cavender, wears a Stryper t-shirt in several scenes in the film, and even talks about the shirt a few times.

If you have seen the film, leave your reviews here.

If you haven’t seen “Whip It”, throw on your favorite Stryper shirt, and head on out to the theater. Wearing your Stryper shirt to the theater for this film is a great way to strike up a conversation, and fill people in on the band, MBP, the Tour, etc. Then come back here and post your reviews.

ALSO, make sure you post your reviews at other online movie sites as well, such as imbd.com or movies.yahoo.com , and let them know how cool it was to have the Stryper shirt featured in the  film!