Stryper Announce New Album and Tour, Unveil Title Track “Throne of Thorns”: Stream
Throne of Thorns, the band's 18th LP, will be out September 25th. Stryper Announce New Album and Tour, Unveil Title Track “Throne of Thorns”: Stream Langdon Hickman
Stryper have announced a new album titled Throne of Thorns , set to arrive September 25th via Frontiers Music.
In addition to the album news, Stryper have announced a headlining Fall 2026 US tour that kicks off September 29th in Derry, New Hampshire, and runs through an October 25th show Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Tickets to select dates are available via Ticketmaster .
“Throne of Thorns” sees the heavy metal band blend a heavy verse with a quite melodic solo that has similar theatricality as Queen, a comparison that feels even more striking when the solo comes with all its Brian May flourishes in between classic metal fretwork.
Frontman Michael Sweet stated of the song, “‘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!”
Regarding the album, guitarist Oz Fox said, “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 [Sweet] brings the power and energy that has always been the pulse of Stryper; Perry [Richardson]’s musicianship, vocal talents, and dedication are second to none, and I’m grateful to be on this journey with all of them.”
Drummer Robert Sweet added, “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.”
Watch the music video for “Throne of Thorns,” see the artwork and tracklist for Throne of Thorns , and check out the full upcoming tour dates for Stryper, including a handful of summer dates, below.
Throne of Thorns Tracklist: 01. Throne of Thorns 02. Here In Your Heart 03. Falling 04. I’m Alright (I’m Okay) 05. Waiting For You 06. Carry The Flame 07. Hollywood 08. Beautifully Broken 09. Ashes To Roses 10. Alone Again 11. Shadowbreaker
Stryper 2026 Tour Dates: 07/17, Arlington, TX @ Arlington Music Hall 07/18, Houston, TX @ House of Blues 07/19, San Antonio, TX @ Aztec Theatre 09/19, Wissen, GER @ Loud and Proud Festival 2026 09/29, Derry, NH @ Tupelo Music Hall 09/30, Wantagh, NY @ Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall 10/01, Newton, NJ @ The Newton Theatre 10/03, Harrisburg, PA @ XL Live 10/04, Warrendale, PA @ Jergel’s Rhythm Grille 10/06, Marion, IL @ Marion Cultural and Civic Center 10/08, McHenry, IL @ The Vixen 10/09, Wisconsin Dells, WI @ Crystal Grand Music Theatre 10/10, Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center 10/12, St. Louis, MO @ The Hawthorn 10/13, Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s 10/15, Nashville, TN @ The Cannery Mainstage 10/16, Newton, NC @ Newton Performing Arts Center 10/17, Kingsport, TN @ MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center 10/19, Jacksonville, FL @ FIVE 10/20, Orlando, FL @ House of Blues 10/22, Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage 10/23, Liberty, SC @ Pickens County PAC 10/24, Hopewell, VA @ Beacon Theatre 10/25, Stroudsburg, PA @ Sherman Theater 12/05, San Juan, PR @ Coca-Cola Music Hall
