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For over 25 years Christian rock pioneer Michael Sweet has broken down walls and seen unprecedented success bringing his music to the masses. Best known as the singer, guitarist, songwriter for the legendary rock band Stryper, his role in Stryper only scratches the surface of this multi-talented artist.

Michael Sweet, in addition to his very visible role in Stryper, is also a Nashville songwriter, producer, acclaimed solo artist, and from 2007-2011, Sweet was a member of the legendary classic rock band BOSTON.

With almost 10 million records sold worldwide, a Grammy nomination, and multiple Dove Awards, Michael Sweet continues to break new ground in all aspects of his diverse career.

“After more than 25 years in this business, I feel honored and blessed to be able to continue doing what it is that I love, making music. I’m extremely thankful to have some of the greatest fans in the world. God has blessed me with talents and abilities and I plan to continue on this path as long as God calls me to.” says Sweet.

Looking back over the last 30 years, Stryper is considered to be a groundbreaking act by all accounts, being one of the first Christian rock bands to enjoy decided success in the mainstream market. Their 1986 album To Hell With The Devil is listed among CCM’s “100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music” and the band’s popular power ballad “Honestly” became a Billboard Top 40 hit. Even as recent as 2010 and 2011 Stryper found their way once again on the Billboard Charts with the albums Murder by Pride and The Covering.