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Today, legendary Christian metal pioneers STRYPER return with a commanding new chapter in their storied career, their 18th studio album: ‘Throne Of Thorns,’ set for release on September 25th via Frontiers Music Srl. Decades into their journey, STRYPER continue to reaffirm their status as one of the most influential and enduring bands in classic metal, seamlessly blending their signature message with a sound that remains as powerful and relevant as ever.

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About 'Throne of Thorns,' Drummer Robert Sweet says:

"Soon our new Stryper record will be out, and can you believe it? It's album number 18! I really believe you're all going to love it. Michael worked incredibly hard writing these songs and bringing everything together. Oz, Perry, and I also worked hard to make this, what I feel is our best record yet. I'm confident that once you hear it, you'll agree. Thank you all for your incredible loyalty and for continuing to support what we do."

On the title track, Michael Sweet comments:

"'Throne of Thorns' is a powerful message. Christ is on the throne, and we are redeemed because of the crown of thorns that He endured. This song is a perfect representation of our 43 years and who we were, and who we are. Heavy yet melodic, classic yet modern, and 100% Stryper!"

‘Throne of Thorns’ showcases the band at the height of their creative powers, delivering a masterclass in songwriting and musicianship. The album is packed with grand, meticulously crafted arrangements, where thunderous rhythms, soaring guitar harmonies, and anthemic choruses come together in a style that is unmistakably STRYPER. Each track is infused with both intensity and melody, capturing the essence of classic metal while pushing their sound forward with renewed energy and purpose.

At the forefront stands the unmistakable voice of Michael Sweet, whose passionate, powerful, and instantly recognizable delivery continues to define the band’s identity. His vocal performance on ‘Throne of Thorns’ is nothing short of extraordinary, effortlessly moving between soaring highs and emotive depth, adding a timeless quality to every song.

 

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Perry Richardson says:

"The best music doesn't come from comfort. It comes from living, struggling, growing, and refusing to quit. I hope these songs find you exactly when you need them."

With ‘Throne Of Thorns,’ STRYPER not only honors their legacy but expands upon it, offering an album that will resonate with longtime fans and newcomers alike. It’s a bold, inspired statement from a band that refuses to stand still—proof that true metal greatness only grows stronger with time.

Guitarist Oz Fox concludes:

"I’m really happy with the final outcome of this record and of the heart that went into it. Michael continues to pour everything he has into the music and the message; Robert brings the power and energy that has always been the pulse of STRYPER; Perry’s musicianship, vocal talents, and dedication are second to none, and I’m grateful to be on this journey with all of them."

'Throne of Thorns' Track List: 1. Throne of Thorns 2. Here In Your Heart 3. Falling 4. I’m Alright (I’m Okay) 5. Waiting For You 6. Carry The Flame 7. Hollywood 8. Beautifully Broken 9. Ashes To Roses 10. Alone Again 11. Shadowbreaker Four decades and counting, STRYPER shows no signs of slowing down. The band will be back on the road this summer with a full U.S. tour beginning July 17 in Arlington, TX. For a full list of dates, see below.   Become a Supporter   STRYPER Live: July 17th - Arlington, TX @ Arlington Music Hall July 18th - Houston, TX @ House of Blues July 19th - San Antonio, TX @ Aztec Theatre Sept 19th - Wissen, GER @ Loud and Proud Festival 2026 Sept 29th - Derry, NH @ Tupelo Music Hall Sept 30th - Wantagh, NY @ Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall Oct 1st - Newton, NJ @ The Newton Theatre Oct 3rd - Harrisburg, PA @ XL Live Oct 4th - Warrendale, PA @ Jergel’s Rhythm Grille Oct 6th - Marion, IL @ Marion Cultural and Civic Center October 8th - McHenry, IL @ The Vixen Oct 9th - Wisconsin Dells, WI @ Crystal Grand Music Theatre Oct 10th - Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center Oct 12th - St. Louis, MO @ The Hawthorn Oct 13th - Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s Oct 15th - Nashville, TN @ The Cannery Mainstage Oct 16th - Newton, NC @ Newton Performing Arts Center Oct 17th - Kingsport, TN @ MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center Oct 19th - Jacksonville, FL @ FIVE Oct 20th - Orlando, FL @ House of Blues Oct 22nd - Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage Oct 23rd - Liberty, SC @ Pickens County PAC Oct 24th - Hopewell, VA @ Beacon Theatre Oct 25th - Stroudsburg, PA @ Sherman Theater Dec 5th - San Juan, PR @ Coca-Cola Music Hall

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Just days before the release of their critically acclaimed new studio album Far From God, Portuguese gothic metal icons MOONSPELL have unveiled a lyric video for their latest single, "The Great Wolf in the Sky." The track showcases the band's unmistakable blend of dark atmospheres, soaring melodies and emotional intensity, offering another compelling glimpse into what promises to be one of the band's most celebrated records to date.

 

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With "The Great Wolf in the Sky," MOONSPELL unveil a sweeping Gothic anthem driven by expansive keys, harmonized guitars, striking vocals and a guest appearance by Alicia Nuhro on strings. The charismatic frontman Fernando Ribeiro reveals: "It's a shameless ode to the great gig in the sky and also a return for us to a theme that is very dear to us: Wolves. This is one of my favorite songs ever for Moonspell, the keyboards sound like a melancholic wolf howling throughout the progress of the song into its epic chorus, that I feel so liberating, like if one took flight to the stars and met that wolf up there. It's one of the first songs that was written for this album and it has been gently nurtured for over 3 years or so. It tells the story of Moonspell, of the wolves who crossed our paths and went away from the pack, due to life circumstances of the inevitability of death. It bridges the many times of Moonspell, past, present, and future and it has the shape of a new anthem that we do hope our fans embrace. It's also dedicated to a fan and a friend who, unfortunately, passed away before he could hear our new album."

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Born out of five years of creative searching, doubt and ultimate rediscovery, their forthcoming album marks a powerful return for the band. Far from playing it safe, MOONSPELL deliver a work that feels like a rebirth: Darker, sharper and emotionally unfiltered. Rather than bending to modern trends, the band double down on identity and substance, presenting a bold and beautiful statement of Gothic Metal in its purest essence: Dark, romantic, dramatic and unapologetically heavy.

Thematically, Far From God moves through Baudelairian love, existential guilt and redemption, Christ-like resurrections, and the quiet nobility of creatures of the night. Vampires, werewolves, and sacred symbolism are not escapism here, but vehicles for genuine dark emotion: Solemn, romantic and unfiltered. The album rejects artificial gloss in favour of fantasy grounded in sincerity, rediscovering the heart of Gothic Metal in its most authentic form.

 

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Speaking about the inspiration behind Far From God, Ribeiro explains: "The title resonates how we have all strayed from our path into the direction of the fool’s gold instead of genuine dark feelings and their deep and solemn transmission into the light via music and lyrics and art. I won't dare to say it's the best album we ever did. I'm too old, too wise, and too scarred by people not noticing the talent that Moonspell has to conjure the melodies of dark with elegance and wit. I can only say that we fell in love again with the prospect of our new music and that it took us more than five years to travel this deep into ourselves, just to surface before your eyes with our new album. We were not only inspired, we were touched by a muse and it was her who brought us here, to this musical redemption, to this artful statement of true gothic metal. Moonspell has been our only true influence for this one."

Far from God — produced with Jaime Gomez Arellano (Paradise Lost, Sólstafir, Ghost among many others) — shines like a black diamond, luminous yet shadowed in texture and color, both musically and sonically. It reconnects with the darker spirit of MOONSPELL's classic era while sounding powerful and contemporary. Far From God is not nostalgia; it is a statement. A Gothic Metal hallelujah. MOONSPELL's 21st century Irreligious. It's not only a powerful reminder that MOONSPELL remain a defining force in the genre they helped shape, but an album that will truly save Gothic Metal from boredom and predictability.

Far From God will be released on July 3 via Napalm Records.