Tag: Stryper

April 6, 2024

for KING & COUNTRY (Feat. Lecrae and Stryper) - To Hell With The Devil

for KING & COUNTRY have just released their version of the Stryper classic “To Hell With The Devil” featuring both Lecrae and the legends themselves, Stryper. The song will appear on the soundtrack for “Unsung Hero” a film being produced on behalf of for KING & COUNTRY and Kingdom Story Company. The film releases on April 26th at Theaters all across the country. Check out videos for the song cover and the film, below. Michael Sweet also put up a video explaining the video and different elements on facebook here.… Continued →

May 26, 2023

Song of the Day: Titanic - Dead Men's Bones

Titanic’s founder Bill Menchen has been active in the Christian metal scene since the 1980s, first with his band Redeemer, and later with a number of other metal-themed bands including Seventh Power, Menchen, Rev Seven, and perhaps his most well-known, Titanic. Although they formed in the 1990s, they still played traditional heavy metal without any hint of alternative, grunge, or punk, which were so prevalent in that decade. The only 90s influence in Titanic’s music was the updated sonics and production techniques, which added a lot more crunch to the guitar tones than what 80s metal was known for.… Continued →

May 20, 2022

Song of the Day: Stryper - Calling on You

For some of you, this SOTD will stretch the limits of what “Indie Vision Music” should cover. Glam metal was at the height of the commercialization of rock and roll in the late 80s, thus rendering Stryper’s inclusion here as suspect. But here are a few reasons why they absolutely deserve to be here: 1. They were, and possibly are still, the most important and/or influential Christian rock/metal band of all time. Yes, it’s true. With number one singles, album sales that rivaled their secular peers, and heavy rotation on MTV (when it still stood for “Music Television”), their impact is still felt far and wide.… Continued →

July 17, 2021

The Many Adventures of The Joneses and The Jesus Music Film (2021)

Well, we just returned from a wild week at Great Wolf Lodge here locally in So Cal. We spent countless days at the water park and even Knott’s Berry Farm as well as spending precious time with my wife and children. We even had our oldest son Brayden stop by for a bit on last Thursday. Overall, was a great time spent with family and unforgettable memories were had. My wallet still aches but well, what did I expect lol. I have some pics/vids up on my private Instagram so check it.… Continued →

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July 3, 2014

April 24, 2014

REVIEW : Michael Sweet - I'm Not Your Suicide

Stryper frontman Michael Sweet releases his latest solo album, "I'm Not Your Suicide." The hook? This one is also tied to his latest auto-biographical work "Honestly." Both release May 6th. Here is the review of the album portion of that one-two punch.

October 26, 2013

INTERVIEW : Stryper

IVM chats on the phone with Stryper's long-time lead singer Michael Sweet. After 30 years in the industry, what does the band have on their minds. And, how are they reacting to the early success of their new album? Find out that and more.

October 15, 2013

October 14, 2013

August 15, 2009