John Schlitt | |
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.jpg) Schlitt in 2006 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | John William Schlitt |
| Born | February 3, 1950 |
| Origin | Lincoln, Illinois, U.S. |
| Genres | Rock, contemporary Christian music |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Years active | 1972–present |
| Website | www |
John William Schlitt (born February 3, 1950) is an American singer, who was the lead singer of the Christian rock band Petra from 1986 until the band's retirement in early 2006. Prior to joining Petra in 1986, Schlitt was the lead vocalist for Head East until retiring from the band in 1980.