Stryper is an American Christian metal band from the early 1980s, noted for a yellow-and-black image and a lineup prominently featuring Michael Sweet, Robert Sweet, Oz Fox and Tim Gaines. They achieved mainstream commercial success in the 1980s with albums such as To Hell With the Devil and Soldiers Under Command.

Name taken from Isaiah 53:5; signature yellow-and-black outfits and stage image; early career and major 1980s albums include The Yellow and Black Attack (EP), Soldiers Under Command and To Hell With the Devil; To Hell With the Devil achieved gold then platinum status; the band practiced a stage ritual of throwing Bibles from the stage (mentioned in contemporary reviews).

DeBaser reviews praise Stryper's musicianship, melodic hooks and distinctive Christian metal stance. Reviewers highlight Michael Sweet's vocals and the band's yellow-and-black image. Standout albums in the coverage include To Hell With the Devil and Soldiers Under Command.

For:Fans of 1980s metal, listeners of Christian/white metal, collectors of classic heavy metal albums

 Stryper was formed in 1984 in Los Angeles and they have a distinctive look: everything in Yellow and Black (their outfits, instruments, etc.).

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 It was October 86 when this album was released, initially gold and subsequently platinum, with which a war was declared: (Stryper vs Devil).

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 The religiosity of Stryper is entirely American, excessive and gaudy if you will, but also for this, perfectly aligned with their rock n' roll attitude.

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