As promised, Stryper are once again holed up in the studio making a new album. They have issued the following video message:

Stryper frontman Michael Sweet recently checked in with the following update:

So what does 2015 bring? A new Stryper album, a solo tour, some Sweet & Lynch dates, producing a Gabbie Rae album, and recording a new solo album - whew!

Stryper will also be performing on MOR Cruise as well as doing the 3rd annual Stryper Fan weekend. We may do a few select dates throughout the year but the plan is to get the Stryper batteries recharged again and get some long overdue things in order and come out stronger and better in 2016.

From my heart - I am very sincere as I type this here in Rio - I thank God everyday for all of you. For your constant prayers, support and belief in me and what I do. I'm a very blessed man and if it was all to end now, I'd say that I've had the chance to do exactly what I've always wanted to do - inspire people and give them something more than just music. More important, a life changing message of Gods love and grace. Lord willing, much more to come yet it's been a lifetime of accomplishments.

I'm very excited to see what will be done with the Sweet & Lynch album coming out on 1/27. Although George and I have different views/beliefs, it's still an album filled with faith and conviction. I wouldn't be a part of it if it did not have that. I will always shine a light and will never let darkness overrule what I'm called to do, ever!

God bless you guys and I look forward to seeing you and hearing from you throughout 2015! It's going to be an amazing year!"