Houston and Dallas shows Postponed
Wednesday, November 4th, 2009The 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, 2009Stryper 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, 2009Congratulations 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?
A Letter From Michael Sweet
Monday, October 12th, 2009Hello 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….
Blessings,
Jeff
Webmaster – MICHAELSWEET.COM & STRYPER.COM
Update #5 – Four days in a row and two days off!!!
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009We 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!
Forum Slowness
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009We are aware of the slowness of the forum and have a ticket open with our host, we hope to have this resolved as soon as possible.
StryperForum Exclusive “Embedded Fan Contest”
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
Be StryperForum’s reporter at the band’s October 15th show at The State Theatre in Falls Church, Virginia!
One lucky StryperForum winner (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! Entry is simple.
1) In the “Embedded Fan” thread, post the the one question you’d like to ask Stryper if you could interview them (registration required, no purchase necessary)
2) The best question will be chosen by Stryperforum. The Stryper Organization and The State Theatre
3) Entrants must be 21 or older and are responsible for transportation and accommodations, so please enter only if you can get yourself to the show.
4) The winner must take photos at the show and write a short post on Stryperforum and “report” about their evening
5) Promotion begins Thursday, October 1, 2009. Winner will be informed by private message and announced on October 13. If the winner cannot attend, a runner up will be chosen.
Legal stuff:
6) By entering the contest, entrants automatically indemnify Stryperforum, Stryper, Deep South Management, and The State Theater from legal claims of any kind arising as a result of entering or participating in this promotion. Winner also grants Stryperforum.com, Stryper, and The State Theater permission to use any written, photographic, audio and/or visual materials produced by the embedded fan for promotional purposes in perpetuity without compensation of any kind.
Post your question for a chance to be Stryperforum’s “Embedded Fan” October 15th at The State Theatre!
UPDATE #4 – 09/19/09 – NYC WAS A BLAST!!!!!
Saturday, September 19th, 2009WOW WHAT A SHOW!!! NYC WAS A BLAST!!
It’s amazing how much the audience reaction contributes to a concert. Last night was the best show of the tour so far. The crowd was awesome! And the band played better because of it. Thank you NYC.
It’s amazing how much the audience reaction contributes to a concert. Last night was the best show of the tour so far. The crowd was awesome! And the band played better because of it. Thank you NYC.
We finally have our backline finished. The Yellow and Black stripes have been added to the guitar and bass cabinets, completing the Stryper “look” we expect to see. Thanks goes out to Rick and John from the crew for spending their day off in the paint booth.
Sorry the promotor pulled out of the Poughkeepsie show. We may make up the date later on in the tour.
We are off to Asburey Park for the Stone Pony show tonight.
See ya there,
TG
New Tour Dates
Wednesday, September 16th, 2009
Tonights show in Poughkeepsie, NY has been cancelled, but two other shows were just announced. On October 18th, Stryper will be at House Of Blues in Myrtle Beach, SC, then comes the long awaited announcement of the bands return to Puerto Rico, December 5th at the Tito Puente Ampitheater.
