When We Were Kings Stryper

• 1 End of Days 04:20
• 2 Unforgivable 04:01
• 3 When We Were Kings 04:01
• 4 Betrayed by Love 04:32
• 5 Loves Symphony 04:15
• 6 Trinity 04:10
• 7 Rhyme of Time 04:31
• 8 Raptured 03:44
• 9 Grateful 04:01
• 10 Divided By Design 04:48
• 11 Imperfect World 03:25
• Total Runtime 45:48

Info for When We Were Kings

Legendary metal band STRYPER returns with their 12th studio album "When We Were Kings" via Frontiers Music.

The band celebrates the announcement with not one, but two new singles! "Loves Symphony" is a blend of classic and modern rock, while the more pop-inflected "Grateful" shows the band's continued commitment to faith-based music.

The current lineup of STRYPER consists of original members Michael Sweet, Robert Sweet and Oz Fox, as well as bassist Perry Richardson, making their best and most powerful music yet.

With more than 10 million albums sold worldwide and a string of Billboard Top 40 hits, STRYPER continues to record, tour and perform for adoring fans around the world.

"A new album is on the way. This song represents the heavier side. But the album also has a more melodic and even a slightly poppier side. The best is yet to come. I can't wait for you all to hear it. Against all odds, we fought the battle and won the race. We are blessed. September can't come soon enough." (Michael Sweet)

STRYPER

Stryper
Established in southern California in 1983, multi-platinum crossover Christian metal band, Stryper, continues to share their positive message and energetic stage presence with a passionate following throughout the world. Since the band’s inception over 30 years ago, the founding members have stayed true to their deepest convictions, turning from “the ways of the world” and following their hearts instead.

“In the past 34 years, we’ve evolved into what we are now,” says vocalist and guitarist Michael Sweet. “This is what we always really wanted to be. I love the progression. The story of Stryper is that of an underdog. We seem to go against the grain with everything we do, and our fans tend to be the same – They’re good hardworking people who believe in love, respect, and not conforming to the ways of the world.” The members of Stryper have proven themselves as metal stalwarts, leaving an indelible mark on the genre with each new release. With such hits as “Calling On You,” “Free,” “Honestly,” and “Always There For You,” Stryper’s album sales now exceed over 10 million worldwide. Add to that one of the most successful Christian rock albums ever, 1986’s multi-platinum To Hell With The Devil, and the unique distinction of being the first band in history to notch two songs in MTV’s Top 10 with “Free” and “Honestly.”

The band has managed to leave an enduring impression on pop culture, as well. Singer Michael Sweet spent months trending online when he was identified as the doppelganger of 2016 presidential candidate Ted Cruz, who went on to discuss the comparison on an episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! Several movies have paid homage to Stryper’s cultural significance, too, including Drew Barrymore’s “Whip It” and “Pain & Gain,” starring Mark Wahlberg and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.

Since returning from a 12-year hiatus in 2003, Stryper has managed to release new music annually. Their most recent full-length album, Fallen [Frontiers Music SRL], reached #44 on the Billboard Top 200 and #2 on the Top Hard Music Albums chart. The group is now recording their next original album, which is due in April of 2018 and promises to be their most groundbreaking yet.

This year will also bring Stryper back on the road, where they’ll have a chance to connect with fans, new and old. The line-up still features three of the original members, including singer songwriter Michael Sweet, his brother and drummer Robert Sweet, and guitarist Oz Fox. Recently, the group welcomed iconic bassist Perry Richardson (formerly of Firehouse), who will be joining them on tour.

“We’re excited about the next season of Stryper,” says Sweet. “ We have the best fans in the world and the band is at the top of its game musically and spiritually. We look forward to seeing everyone on the road.”

This album contains no booklet.