Michael Sweet, the frontman of Stryper, has announced the band’s plans for their upcoming Christmas album in a recent Facebook post.
“Hey, everyone, I just wanted to give an update on everything that’s going on,” Sweet said. “We are heading back to the studio tomorrow to record a full-length Christmas album!”
“We’ll be turning it in by the beginning of July, and finally, we’ll have a long overdue Christmas album,” he continued. “There will be 5 original Christmas songs (including a remake of ‘Reason For The Season’) and 5 traditional Christmas songs (including a remake of ‘Winter Wonderland’).”
“This Christmas will be a little more special for Stryper fans, worldwide,” Sweet added. “Stay tuned.”
The album will feature an equal mix of original compositions and traditional holiday classics. This release marks the band’s first full-length Christmas album.
The announcement arrives during a particularly busy period for the veteran Christian metal band. The group is currently managing several significant projects.
Blabbermouth revealed the band’s upcoming 40th-anniversary tour across Latin America. The tour will launch on July 11 in Monterrey, Mexico. It will conclude on August 2 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The Christmas album recording joins the band’s packed schedule. KNAC reported substantial progress on the band’s documentary throughout 2024. The project has already completed numerous interviews.
Jesus Freak Hideout highlighted the special significance of including ‘Reason For The Season.’ The song has become a standout piece in the band’s holiday repertoire.
The July completion date for the album provides ample preparation time for the holiday season. This timeline allows the band to balance their anniversary celebrations and documentary work effectively.
