The Christian music group, Newsboys, recently released their take on the popular worship song, “King of Kings”. The up-tempo version features additional vocals from Bart Millard of MercyMe. Click here to listen.
“When we heard this song for the first time, we were so struck by the story it tells and the reminder that it brings”, said lead vocalist Michael Tait. “Even while Satan comes to steal, kill, and destroy, we continue to serve the King of Kings.”
Additionally, the group announces their “Stand Together Tour” with special guests Cochren & Co., Adam Agee, and Jeremy Rosado. Set to kick off October 6th in Champaign, IL, the tour will also make stops in Missouri, Florida, Oklahoma, Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas throughout the fall. Tickets for the tour will go on sale Tuesday, August 9th.
NEWSBOYS "STAND TOGETHER TOUR" DATES:
October 6 - Champaign, IL
October 7 - Columbia, MO
October 9 - Chicago, IL
October 13 - Coral Springs, FL
October 14 - Port St. Lucie, FL
October 20 - Panama City, FL
October 21 - Warner Robins, GA
October 22 - Chattanooga, TN
October 23 - Paducah, KY
October 27 - San Angelo, TX
October 28 - Oklahoma City, OK
October 30 - Arlington, TX
About Newsboys:
Newsboys are one of the biggest bands in Christian music history, having sold more than 10 million units across 23 recordings and garnering boundless accolades, including 1 RIAA® Platinum certification and 8 Gold certifications, 33 #1 radio hits, four GRAMMY® nominations, two American Music Award nominations and multiple Dove Awards.
With signature songs like “We Believe,” “Born Again” and the unstoppable mega-hit “God’s Not Dead” – which birthed a film franchise of the same name – Newsboys have continued to collect career-defining accolades at full speed ahead. For over three decades, the band has toured extensively throughout the world to present their unparalleled high-energy shows, from their formation in Australia to their current residence in the United States, and everywhere in between.
This year, members Michael Tait, Duncan Phillips, Jeff Frankenstein, and Jody Davis return to the marketplace with “Magnetic,” an up-tempo pop song about the consistent love of God.