Peter Furler

Peter Furler is a highly acclaimed Australian musician, songwriter, producer, and record executive. After co-founding the seminal Christian rock band Newsboys in 1985 alongside George Perdikis, Sean Taylor, and John James, Furler quickly established himself as a multifaceted talent. Initially serving as the band’s drummer and sharing lead vocal duties, he transitioned to the primary lead vocalist role following John James’ departure in 1997. Furler was a principal songwriter and producer for much of Newsboys’ extensive catalog, often collaborating with celebrated artist Steve Taylor.

In 2012, Furler established the Peter Furler Band, featuring Dave Ghazarian and Jeff Irizarry, which went on to release their album Sun and Shield on March 11, 2014. Continuing his prolific output, Furler released his first Christmas album, Christmas, in collaboration with David Ian, on October 7, 2014. He reconnected with Newsboys in 2017 for the single ‘The Cross Has the Final Word,’ a testament to their enduring legacy. This reunion evolved further in 2018 when he joined Phil Joel in touring with Newsboys as Newsboys United, a project that culminated in the release of the United album in 2019.

Furler concluded his tenure with the Newsboys United project in 2022, marking another significant transition in his dynamic career. Throughout his impactful journey, Furler has consistently lent his talents to diverse projects, showcasing his versatility as a musician and producer. His contributions include playing drums for Phil Joel’s album deliberateKids2 and appearing on compilation albums such as Music Inspired by The Story in 2011. Furler’s extensive body of work underscores his significant influence on contemporary Christian music and beyond, consistently delivering compelling music to a global audience.