STRYPER have launched an official Facebook page specifically for providing updates on their upcoming 25th anniversary tour. Go to this location to join.

Check out the band's official facebook page here.

Following is the official press release for the upcoming tour:

Stryper is gearing up to tour the United States starting in September of 2009, hitting approximately 50 cities across America. This will be followed by international tour dates in January and February of 2010.

25 years ago (1984) Stryper broke on to the scene with their debut EP Yellow And Black Attack and have since gone on to sell 8 million records worldwide and tour the world spreading an inspirational message through their branded sound of rock songs, heavy guitars, and pristine harmony vocals.

The 25th Anniversary Tour will be a two-set show. The first set will be new Stryper material and include bassist Tracy Ferrie, along with original members Michael Sweet, Robert Sweet, and Oz Fox. The second set will be classic Stryper hits and will be all 4 original members, including original bassist Tim Gaines. Michael Sweet Jr's band will be the opening band on the tour.

2009 also marks the release of Stryper's newest studio album Murder by Pride on Big3 Records. In May, fans can get sneak previews of the album, downloading select individual songs on iTunes and other on-line internet download stores.

All confirmed Stryper tour dates will be announced at Stryper.com and MichaelSweet.com

Booking

Mark Guynn - APA

MGuynn@apanashville.com

Management

Deep South Entertainment

Info@DeepSouthEntertainment.com

Fans are encouraged to refrain from emailing Booking and Management in regard to the tour. Please reserve Booking and Management contact information for promoters and serious business inquiries only.

Fans may write Stryper at Stryper@DeepSouthEntertainment.com