Michael Tait announces departure from Newsboys after 15 years
billboard.com — January 16, 2025, 10:01 PM UTC
Michael Tait announced on January 16 that he is stepping down as the lead singer of the Newsboys after 15 years. He expressed gratitude for his time with the band and emphasized that this decision was made after careful consideration. The Newsboys confirmed that Tait's departure will not affect their upcoming Worldwide Revival Nights Tour, which starts on January 18 in Missouri. They expressed appreciation for Tait's contributions and reassured fans that the band will continue to perform. Tait joined the Newsboys in 2009, following the exit of Peter Furler. The band has released several successful albums and earned multiple awards, including Grammy nominations.