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ALBUM REVIEW: Stryper – When We Were Kings
Stryper is one of those bands that has won world recognition for their consistent and dauntless directive. Their resolution to overtly share their beliefs through their big and boisterous sound has made them one of the most acclaimed faith-based Metal acts out there. Their ability to share a powerful and positive message while still being aggressive has been an impressive feat throughout their career. Continue reading
PREVIEW: New Music Friday – Rock and Metal Releases Preview for 9-13-24
ALBUM REVIEW: Sunbomb – Light Up The Sky
Continuing the groundwork laid down by their 2021 debut, Evil and Divine, L.A. Guns ead guitarist Tracii Guns (a.k.a. Tracy Richard Irving Ulrich) and Stryper (and former Boston) frontman Michael Sweet return with Sunbomb for second album Light up the Sky (Frontiers Music Srl). Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: Stryper Live at Goldfields
Roseville, California’s Goldfields club saw the yellow and the black attack! No, not those guys, but the originals… Stryper! They took to the stage to a mixed crowd of young and old fans. Wow, I just called my age group old! Nearly 40 years ago Stryper began spreading the gospel, literally and figuratively through blistering dueling solos, pounding drums, high-octave vocals, and self-branded Bibles.
Tom Keifer, Night Ranger, Extreme, Queensrÿche, Quiet Riot, Stryper, and More Booked for Monsters on the Mountain
This summer is gonna rule so hard with the upcoming Monsters on the Mountain Festival, brought to you once again from the creators of Monsters of Rock Cruise! Taking place this August 19th-21st, 2022 at The Gatlinburg Convention Center the fest is going to have a ton of killer bands from your favorite era of music such as Cinderella’s Tom Keifer, Night Ranger, Extreme, Queensrÿche, Quiet Riot, Stryper, Kix, and Firehouse, plus an array of interactive events and activities for fans! Get ready for photo opportunities with bands, access to the Rock N’ Roll Vendor Market, Rock N’ Roll Art Gallery, and the Outdoor Patio Experience, with more to be announced. The MOTM fest is once again hosted by Eddie Trunk (VH1, SiriusXM), comedians Don Jamieson and Jim Florentine (former hosts of VH1 Classic’s hit TV show, “That Metal Show”), and pioneer rock radio DJ Nikki Blakk. Plus, Eddie Trunk will be broadcasting his SiriusXM show live on Friday (8/19). Three-day packages and individual day tickets on sale now!
C-Squared Podcast Episode #18: Interview with Michael Sweet of Stryper and Sunbomb
C2 is a new podcast series from the minds of Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR) and Cori Westbrook (Metal injection) focusing on helping bands with their music marketing, sales, and promotion. In episode #18 of the podcast, Curtis and Cori chat with music legend Michael Sweet of Stryper and Sunbomb.Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Episode #496: Stryper’s Michael Sweet On Social Media, Politics and WAP
Matt and Curtis were honored to chat with Heavy Metal legend Michael Sweet of Stryper, about a plethora of topics, including social media, reputation management, getting namechecked by Blabbermouth.net, Anthrax, politics, and THAT song W.A.P. by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. Dumb and Dumbest #496 is live and it’s an interview with Stryper’s Michael Sweet On Social Media, Politics and WAP! The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media).
Stryper Lead Guitarist Oz Fox Falls Ill On Stage
Stryper lead guitarist Oz Fox fell ill on stage in Las Vegas last night while performing. As the news started to spread, the band has released an official statement on Oz, his current situation, and the commitments the band has in the near future. We hope Oz makes a full recovery and gets backs to rocking.Continue reading
Wal-Mart Refuses To Carry New Stryper Album Due To Objectionable Title
Long-running Christian metal band Stryper has revealed that America’s largest retail store, Wal-Mart will not carry their new album, God Damn Evil, due to the objectionable title. Several other Christian retailers have joined to say they will not carry the album. The band has shared their reaction with fans and media. The album is due out tomorrow, April 20 via Frontiers Music Srl.Continue reading