Formed: 1967
From:
Birmingham,
United Kingdom
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Judas Priest News
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Mystic Festival Announces Location Change
Mystic Festival (Poland) is permanently moving to the former Gdansk Shipyard that will allow the festival to have 5 stages (3 open air stages) spread out over ten hectares. The festival is also going to be extended by one day and is adding 40 more bands to the line-up. Judas Priest has already confirmed with the rest of the line-up to be announced soon. The festival is set to take place June 2, 3 and 4 in 2021. More...
Mystic Festival Announces Postponement
Following in the footsteps of every major metal festival's announcement to postpone this summer, Mystic Festival is the latest festival to make the difficult decision. No new dates were announced but Mystic Festival stated that ticket-holders could use purchased tickets for the new dates, exchange them for vouchers for concerts organized by them or, give a refund for those who will not be able to or want to use the two options provided.
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Wacken Postponed Until 2021
The German government decided that due to the Coronavirus pandemic, no mass gatherings will be allowed until August, 31st 2020. Thus, there will be no Wacken Open Air this year. Wacken organizers stated that it will be moved to 2021 but new dates have not been announced yet. No information was immediately available for those that had already purchased tickets for 2020's festival.
2020 Copenhell tickets are almost gone
When Copenhell issues these kinds of warnings, tickets are gone within 2-10 hours so act now if you want a four-day ticket to 2020 Copenhell.
Saturday, single-day tickets are already gone, and Thursday will be sold out by the end of the day as well. Thursday's acts include Kiss, Down, Judas Priest, Korn, Opeth, Devin Townsend, Destruction, and the truly underground act Nyredolk!
74 More Bands Confirmed For Graspop 2020
The organisers of Belgium's premier metal festival, Graspop Metal Meeting have confirmed a further 74 bands for next year's edition of the event. Among the newly confirmed bands joining previously announced headliners Judas Priest and Iron Maiden will be hard rock pioneers Deep Purple, nu metal favourites Korn, Chicago stars Disturbed, the recently reunited Mercyful Fate, California's own, Deftones and pop punk stars The Offspring. The festival will take place across four days from 18th-21st of June.
The lineup (in alphabetical order) is now as follows: More...
Judas Priest And Iron Maiden To Headline Graspop
The organisers of Belgium's biggest metal festival, Graspop Metal Meeting, have confirmed that two of the most legendary names in heavy metal, Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, will be headlining the 2020 edition of the event. Iron Maiden will cap off the day on Thursday, while Judas Priest will be headlining the Saturday. More names are expected to be confirmed for the twenty fifth incarnation of the event, which this time will take place across four days from the 18th-21st of June.
Rob Halford To Release Autobiography
Legendary Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford will release his autobiography, entitled "Confess," on October 20, 2020.
Known as "The Metal God" by his devoted, global fan base, Rob Halford has always subverted the norm, and "Confess" will offer readers a compelling and honest look at the struggles he has faced with addiction and his sexuality, as well as exploring his music and his many brushes with controversy.
There have been few vocalists in the history of heavy metal whose singing style has been as influential and instantly recognizable as Halford's. "Confess," published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Judas Priest - and described by Halford himself as "exciting, fun, disturbing and terrifying" - will celebrate five decades of the guts and glory of rock-n-roll.
"Confess" is written with Ian Gittins, co-writer of the New York Times bestseller, The Heroin Diaries by Nikki Sixx.
Judas Priest And Behemoth To Headline Bloodstock
The organisers of Britain's Bloodstock Open Air festival have confirmed that Polish blackened death metal veterans Behemoth and British heavy metal icons Judas Priest will be headlining the 2020 edition of the event on Saturday and Sunday respectively. The festival will take place from August 6th - 9th in Walton On Trent, Derbyshire.
The lineup is now as follows:
Devin Townsend
Behemoth
Judas Priest
Skindred
Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals
Paradise Lost
Gloryhammer
Vio-Lence
Dark Tranquility
Sacred Reich
The Black Dahlia Murder
Jinjer
Life Of Agony
Diamond Head
Butcher Babies More...
Judas Priest Cancels Colorado Springs Show
British heavy metal icons Judas Priest has announced that tomorrow's show in Colorado Springs has been cancelled due to singer Rob Halford falling ill. A statement from the bands reads as follows:
"We are very sorry to say that Rob Halford has been fighting bronchitis for over a week and now doctors have told him he needs full rest so his voice can recover - therefore tomorrow’s Judas Priest concert at Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs has unfortunately been cancelled. We did not want to cancel this show but Rob's health must come first - we are so sorry to disappoint our fans but THE PRIEST WILL BE BACK to Colorado Springs at a later date - until then refunds for all tickets will be available at point of purchase."
Ozzy Osbourne Cancels Remaining Tour Dates
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy®-winning singer, songwriter Ozzy Osbourne today announced the cancellation of his Australian, New Zealand and Japanese tour dates next month. This follows the recent postponement of Ozzy’s entire UK and European ‘NO MORE TOURS 2’ tour due to Doctors orders arising from Osbourne’s recent illness.
“Ozzy recently developed pneumonia and has spent some time in hospital. Thankfully he is now through the worst part,” says Sharon Osbourne. “His doctors have advised that he stay at home to recuperate for a full six weeks with no travel.”
Live Nation Australasia is sending all our love to Ozzy, Sharon and the wider Osbourne family and crew. We wish Ozzy all the best in his recovery and hope he is back to full health as soon as possible.
Ticket holders for the Christchurch show at Horncastle Arena on Wednesday, March 13 are entitled to a full refund, please see details below.
Judas Priest, joined by special guests (soon to be announced) will STILL perform in Auckland at Spark Arena on Saturday, March 16. The show will now be ticketed as general admission standing and unreserved seating.
Judas Priest Cancels South African Shows
British heavy metal legends Judas Priest has announced that they have been forced to cancel their planned first shows in South Africa. A statement from the band posted on social media reads as follows:
"Due to circumstances totally beyond our control we are extremely sorry to have to announce that because of logistical and technical reasons the South African shows have been cancelled - we are very disappointed that this has happened as we were looking forward to performing in South Africa for our fans there for the first time - we have been touring the world for nearly 50 years and have always honored our commitments - we are all very upset about this situation."
Judas Priest has been touring in support of their critically acclaimed new album, "Firepower," which was released last year.
Ozzy Osbourne Postpones Entire European Tour
Following the announcement yesterday that heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne had postponed shows in Dublin, Manchester, Newcastle and Nottingham after coming down with a case of the flu, the singer has delayed his entire European run on doctor's orders. After seeing his physician again, Osbourne has been diagnosed with a severe upper-respiratory infection which the doctor feels could develop into pneumonia given the physicality of the live performances and an extensive travel schedule throughout Europe in harsh winter conditions.
Statement from Ozzy:
“I’m completely devastated for having to postpone the European leg of my tour. It just seems that since October everything I touch has turned to shit.
"First the staph infection in my thumb and now coming down with the flu and bronchitis. I want to apologize to all of my fans who have been so loyal over the years, my band, my crew and to Judas Priest for letting you all down. However, I promise the tour with Judas Priest will be completed. It’s being rescheduled right now to start in September. Again, I apologize to everyone. God Bless. Love you all, Ozzy."
Ozzy Osbourne Postpones Four UK Shows
Heavy metal icons Judas Priest has announced that the upcoming shows in Dublin, Manchester, Nottingham and Newcastle supporting fellow metal legend Ozzy Osbourne have been postponed after the headliner was taken ill. A statement from the band reads as follows:
"It is with great regret we have to announce that the first four UK shows on the Ozzy Osbourne/Judas Priest tour have been postponed due to Ozzy having a very bad case of flu - therefore Dublin, Nottingham, Manchester and Newcastle will be rescheduled at a later date - details to follow once finalised - we are very sorry that this has happened and to disappoint so many fans - we wish Ozzy well and look forward to the Glasgow, Birmingham and London shows together - and to the rescheduled ones in the future."
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Diamond Oz: My Top Five Albums Of 2018
Eagle eyed readers may have noticed that last year, Metal Underground didn't have our annual Best Of awards. While we unfortunately won't be having one this year either, we don't want to miss out on telling you about some of our favourites of 2018. So with this in mind, here's one Limey's opinions on who released the best albums this year, who rocked hardest live and what I'm most looking forward to in 2019. Why not start proceedings off with...
Best Live Band
I've been absolutely spoiled this year quite frankly. Beginning the year with an awesome co-headlining show from Rage and Firewind and almost capping it off with the Headbanger's Ball tour, which was comprised of Exodus, Sodom, Death Angel and Suicidal Angels, as well as attending the Bloodstock Open Air festival and 70000 Tons Of Metal cruise, it's been a great year for gigs. I've seen some truly phenomenal sets this year, and choosing just one band was difficult, especially given that I've seen Voivod three times this year and they were outstanding every single time. Other special mentions go to Mantar, Judas Priest, Primordial and Skindred, the last of which I've often stated are the best live band I've ever seen. However this year my choice is...
Melechesh
It's been twenty two years since Jerusalem black metal veterans released their debut full length, "As Jerusalem Burns..." and they've continued to just get better and better. Melechesh are a band which can deliver on big festival stages and intimate club shows with a mix of darkness, enigma, great stage presence and most importantly, great music. Those who aren't necessarily fans of their studio work should really give them a go in a live setting because you're almost guaranteed to come away as fans. The seamless performances of such intricate music is stunning but most of all, Melechesh are incredibly fun live, without being corny. Frontman Ashmedi knows he doesn't have to give the "Are you ready to party!?" shtick, or pretend to have arrived straight from Hell, he just has to be Ashmedi... And Ashmedi is fucking badass! More...
Judas Priest North American Tour Announced
Uriah Heep will join Judas Priest as direct support on their 2019 spring/summer North American tour. Below's where that trek will hit:
05/03 Hollywood, FL – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
05/06 Nashville, TN – Nashville Municipal Auditorium
05/08 Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
05/09 Biloxi, MS – Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
05/12 Washington, DC – The Anthem
05/14 Huntington, NY – The Paramount
05/15 Huntington, NY – The Paramount
05/16 Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena
05/18 Albany, NY – Palace Theatre
05/19 Albany, NY – Palace Theatre
05/22 Milwaukee, WI – Riverside Theater
05/23 Milwaukee, WI – Riverside Theater
05/25 Rosemont, IL – Rosemont Theatre
05/28 Austin, TX – ACL Live at The Moody Theater
05/29 Austin, TX – ACL Live at The Moody Theater
05/31 Dallas, TX – The Bomb Factory
06/01 Little Rock, AR – First Security Amphitheater
06/03 St. Louis, MO – Stifel Theatre
06/05 Colorado Springs, CO – Broadmoor World Arena
06/08 Saskatoon, SK – SaskTel Centre
06/10 Lethbridge, AB – ENMAX Centre
06/11 Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
06/13 Dawson Creek, BC – Encana Events Centre
06/14 Prince George, BC – CN Centre
06/16 Kelowna, BC – Prospera Place
06/17 Abbotsford, BC – Abbotsford Centre
06/19 Airway Heights, WA – Northern Quest Resort and Casino
06/21 Kent, WA – Accesso Showare Center
06/22 Portland, OR – Moda Theatre of the Clouds
06/24 San Francisco, CA – Warfield Theatre
06/25 San Francisco, CA – Warfield Theatre
06/27 Los Angeles, CA – Microsoft Theater
06/29 Las Vegas, NV – The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel
Ozzy & Judas Priest European/UK Tour Announced
Ozzy Osbourne‘s forthcoming European/UK tour will find him joined by Judas Priest as special guests in early2019. Dates for said trek , dubbed ‘No More Tours 2‘, will run as follows:
01/30 Dublin, IRE – 3 Arena
02/01 Nottingham, UK – Motorpoint Arena
02/03 Manchester, UK – Manchester Arena
02/05 Newcastle, UK – Metro Radio Arena
02/07 Glasgow, UK – SSE Hydro
02/09 Birmingham, UK – Genting Arena
02/11 London, UK – O2 arena
02/13 Munich, GER – Olympiahalle
02/15 Frankfurt, GER – Festhalle
02/17 Hamburg, GER – Barclaycard Arena
02/19 Berlin, GER – Mercedes-Benz Arena
02/22 Stockholm, SWE – Tele2
02/24 Helsinki, FIN – Hartwall Arena
02/27 Zurich, SWI – Hallenstadion
03/01 Bologna, ITA – Unipol Arena
03/03 Barcelona, SPA – Palau Sant Jordi
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See: Toddler Cry Until Mommy Puts On Judas Priest
For little Abby, it was a rough day in the back of the car when her mom wouldn’t put on some Judas Priest...
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Bloodstock 2018: Day One
Festival season is drawing to a close for another year, with the likes of Wacken, Graspop, Hellfest and others all over until 2019. This year, Metal Underground had the pleasure of attending Bloodstock Open Air, the fastest growing metal festival in the United Kingdom, held at Catton Park, Derbyshire and featuring bands from all across the globe, from legends to unsigned acts. So how did this year's edition of Bloodstock go? Read on, MacDuff.
The grounds open on Thursday, as the finishing touches are being put on the main stage, though fans are still treated to an evening of metal courtesy of the second stage, named after the SOPHIE charity (Stamp Out Prejudice Hatred and Intolerance Everywhere) which this year was headlined by Russian folk metal band, Arkona. I was only able to catch one set, which was from British death metal outfit Bloodshot Dawn, a solid performance which attracted a decent sized crowd and a positive response from those in attendance. One thing that will hit you immediately after entering the arena area is how expensive everything is, even by festival standards. We expect prices to be raised at festivals, but £7 for a standard burger is ridiculous, add fries and a soft drink and it comes to £14.80, way more than the mediocre refreshments should cost. This is why it's useful to bring food and drink of your own and eat in the campsite during some downtime. More...
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Watch: Sisters Doing Cover Of Judas Priest
Having a bad day? Watch these two sisters doing a hilarious guitar and vocal cover of the Judas Priest classic "Painkiller" streaming below.
Judas Priest Premiere Music Video “No Surrender”
Judas Priest premiere a music video for their song “No Surrender” from their latest effort, “Firepower“. Stream it below: