Michael Tait of Newsboys to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut on December 15

Michael Tait
Michael Tait

On December 15, 2023, Michael Tait, the frontman of Newsboys, is set to make his debut at the Grand Ole Opry. Expressing his excitement, Tait shared, “I am so honored to be playing my debut show at the Opry on December 15, singing Christmas songs everybody knows. Most definitely my favorite time of the year!”

Michael Tait’s musical journey began in 1987 as a founding member of Christian music’s iconic trio, dc Talk. Over a span of 13 years, the group recorded five albums, secured four GRAMMY® Awards, and earned 16 Dove Awards. In 2009, Tait joined another influential band, Newsboys, serving as their lead vocalist and frontman for over a decade. Newsboys, a GRAMMY®-nominated, Platinum-selling group, boasts a legacy of over 10 million units sold, eight Gold certifications, 33 #1 radio hits, four GRAMMY® nominations, two American Music Award nominations, and multiple Dove Awards. Some of their notable songs include “We Believe,” “He Reigns,” “Born Again,” and the Platinum-certified megahit, “God’s Not Dead.”

Osafo Daniel is a music journalist and cultural commentator who has been covering music and entertainment since 2016. Based in Ghana, he specializes in independent artists, emerging talent, and the creative stories behind contemporary African and global music. His work has appeared in Yahoo News, Opera News, News Ghana, and Ghana Web, covering new releases, artist journeys, and industry trends.