Judas Priest
Birmingham band that codified the twin-lead guitar attack and leather-and-studs look of heavy metal, with Rob Halford's operatic scream still out front.
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About Judas Priest
Judas Priest formed in Birmingham in 1969. Bassist Ian Hill is the one member who has been there throughout, and Rob Halford joined in 1973. The paired guitars of Glenn Tipton and K.K. Downing shaped the band's sound on records like Sad Wings of Destiny and British Steel, and 'You've Got Another Thing Comin'', from Screaming for Vengeance, broke them in America. Painkiller, from 1990, pushed the band toward speed and aggression.
Halford left in the early 1990s and Tim 'Ripper' Owens sang in his place until Halford returned in 2003. Richie Faulkner replaced Downing in 2011, and Tipton withdrew from touring in 2018 after a Parkinson's diagnosis. Later albums include Firepower and Invincible Shield. The band won a Grammy for Best Metal Performance in 2010, and they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022.
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What festivals is Judas Priest playing in 2027?
Judas Priest is booked at 2 festivals we cover: Welcome to Rockville 2027, Boardwalk Rock 2027.
Is Judas Priest playing Welcome to Rockville 2027?
Yes, Judas Priest is on the Welcome to Rockville 2027 lineup, May 6–9, 2027 at Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, FL. They play Friday, May 7.
Is Judas Priest playing Boardwalk Rock 2027?
Yes, Judas Priest is on the Boardwalk Rock 2027 lineup, May 14–16, 2027 at Ocean City Inlet, Ocean City, MD. They play Sunday, May 16.
What kind of music does Judas Priest play?
Judas Priest plays metal.
Who is in Judas Priest?
Judas Priest is Rob Halford (lead vocals), Glenn Tipton (guitar, keyboards), Scott Travis (drums, percussion), Richie Faulkner (guitar) and Davey Rimmer (bass). Former members include Ernie Chataway, John Partridge, Bruno Stapenhill and Al Atkins.
When did Judas Priest form?
Judas Priest formed in Birmingham in 1969.
What was Judas Priest's first album?
Judas Priest's first album was Rocka Rolla (1974). The latest is Invincible Shield (2024).