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The Newsboys, with Michael Tait in the centre, take a bow after a concert in Oct. 2024. Michael Tait announced he was stepping down as the band's lead singer on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025. (Facebook)
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The Newsboys are expressing gratitude for Michael Tait’s years as their lead singer and reassuring fans that the band’s mission remains the same as they move into a new chapter.

Tait and the band announced on Thursday afternoon that they are parting ways.

“Newsboys was founded in 1989 by a group of people with a calling to use music to bring people closer to the Lord,” the band shared in a statement on their social media channels.

“That has been our driving mission ever since, and as we have all walked our individual paths, people have come and gone in the Newsboys family. Newsboys has never been one person, one lead singer, or one band member—it has always been something so much bigger than any one of us.”

Tait announced his decision to step down as lead singer "after 15 transformative years" with the group. Reflecting on his announcement, the band celebrated the memories they share with Tait and wished him well as he steps into the next season of his life.

“We are grateful for the extended season Michael has had with Newsboys. The memories we share are deeply cherished,” the band said.

As the band turns the page, they are gearing up for the second part of their upcoming Worldwide Revival Nights tour, which begins this weekend. The second leg of the tour includes several Canadian dates in May and June of this year.

Despite the changes, the band assured fans that their mission remains unchanged: using their music to lead people to Christ.

“We want you to know that Newsboys isn’t going anywhere; we’re going everywhere. The next chapter is just beginning!” the band declared.

The group concluded their statement with a message of hope and faith, quoting Proverbs 16:9: “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”

 

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