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Five Finger Death Punch + Rob Halford Unleash 'Lift Me Up' Lyric Video

Chad Childers — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:26:43 +0000

Things may be bright and rosy for Five Finger Death Punch, getting to work with the "Metal God" himself Rob Halford on their current single 'Lift Me Up,' but the mood of the track is anything but cheery, as evidenced in the lyric video for the song.

Former Judas Priest Guitarist K.K. Downing Talks Collaboration With Geoff Tate's Queensryche

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:00:08 +0000

Former Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing recently took to his official blog to write about his personal contribution to Geoff Tate's Queensryche's new album, 'Frequency Unknown.' Much criticism and controversy is currently whirling around the head of Tate, and Downing addresses his reasoning for the new collaboration, along with a funny story about nearly being killed by a couch.

Judas Priest to Offer Special Worldwide Screenings of New Concert DVD 'Epitaph'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:37:24 +0000

During a handful of special nights, Judas Priest‘s upcoming live DVD ‘Epitaph’ is scheduled to be shown in cinemas around the world. The concert film isn’t set to hit stores until May 28, but Judas Priest are giving fans the opportunity to watch ‘Epitaph’ in full while being surrounded by a pack of fellow Priest [...]

Judas Priest Unveil Trailer for Upcoming 'Epitaph' Tour Blu-Ray / DVD

Chad Childers — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:17:42 +0000

Judas Priest recently revealed plans issue their new 'Epitaph' concert Blu-Ray / DVD and now they're able to tease the forthcoming release with a new trailer. In the clip, the band's members discuss exactly what the trek meant to them as well as teasing some of the cool things about the 'Epitaph' run.

Judas Priest to Release 'Epitaph' Live Blu-ray / DVD

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 04:20:50 +0000

Heavy metal gods Judas Priest have just announced that they will be releasing the new concert Blu-ray/DVD, ‘Epitaph.’ The upcoming release documents Priest’s final 23-song performance of their monstrous 50-week ‘Epitaph’ world tour, which concluded last year at London’s HMV Hammersmith Apollo. ‘Epitaph’ is set for release on May 28, almost exactly one year since [...]

Onetime Judas Priest, Ozzy Osbourne + Scorpions Band Members to Tour Russia as Rockstar

Chad Childers — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 19:52:34 +0000

As members of some of rock's biggest acts, they've lived the "rockstar" lifestyle. Now this hard-hitting collective of rockers, who count stints with Judas Priest, Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, the Scorpions and Guns N' Roses on their resumes, will go under the moniker Rockstar for their upcoming tour of Russia.

Rockers Remember Former Iron Maiden Drummer Clive Burr

Chad Childers — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:00:59 +0000

As Wednesday (March 13) progressed, more and more rockers expressed their admiration and love of late Iron Maiden drummer Clive Burr, who passed away Tuesday night (March 12). The musician, who was part of the classic Iron Maiden lineup, suffered from multiple sclerosis in the later portion of his life, but still remained in contact with his former bandmates.

Judas Priest Offer Studio Update on New Album + Live 'Epitaph' DVD

Chad Childers — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 17:30:40 +0000

Judas Priest spent much of 2012 reflecting on the past with the 30th anniversary of their landmark 'Screaming for Vengeance' taking most of the headlines. But the time has come to focus on the present, and a new update via the band's website confirms that the group is in fact working on new music.

Halestorm Break Out AC/DC, Judas Priest, Guns N' Roses + Skid Row Covers in Philadelphia

Chad Childers — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 18:11:05 +0000

In announcing their 'An Evening With…' concerts, Halestorm promised that fans would get a chance to see different sides of the band. On Thursday night (Dec. 27) in Philadelphia, the band got a chance to prove it, incorporating cover songs from AC/DC, Judas Priest, Guns N' Roses, Skid Row and more into their set.

Judas Priest, Sebastian Bach + Chris Jericho Highlight VH1 Classic's 2012 'National Metal Day'

Chad Childers — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 13:35:33 +0000

VH1 Classic is bringing back “National Metal Day” for its second year, as the network will deliver a daylong celebration of all things metal on Nov. 11 (aka 11-11, as in ‘Turn It Up to 11″). The lead-in to ‘National Metal Day’ actually begins on Nov. 1 at 8PM ET/PT on the network with a [...]

Former Judas Priest Guitarist K.K. Downing Thriving With New Golf Venture

Mary Ouellette — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 19:30:53 +0000

Fans holding out hope that retired Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing might find himself missing the stage and return to the band should probably put that notion to bed. Downing, who gave up his career with Judas Priest to focus on his love for golf and developing a multi-million dollar sporting complex complete with luxury hotel and world class golf course, seems to be pretty happy with his current venture.

Judas Priest to Release 30th Anniversary Edition of 'Screaming for Vengeance'

Chad Bowar — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:13:05 +0000

Judas Priest’s 1982 album ‘Screaming for Vengeance’ will see a special 30th anniversary edition released on Sept. 4. The band’s eighth album has been their biggest commercial success and was their first record to go double-platinum. It included the hit singles ‘You’ve Got Another Thing Coming” and “Electric Eye.’

Q103 Metal Day Cage Match – Judas Priest vs Iron Maiden

WQBK — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:45:09 +0000

A classic Q103 Cage Match today! Two bands that put heavy metal on the map will fight to the end. Hangbangers let your voice be heard. We want to know what Metal band is better, is it Judas Priest or Iron Maiden? Vote now only one can win. Rob Halford and the band named Judas [...]

Young Music Students Cover Judas Priest Songs [Video]

Jennifer Beaudoin — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:25:07 +0000

I'm not a big fan of kids, but I think it's so cool when they're not only exposed to metal, but when they can play it on their instruments is just prodigial and amazing. Well, the gifted students of Aaron O'Keefe music school in Ohio have mastered Judas Priest and made a video to prove it. These kids are amazing and the video is very much worth checking out.

Rob Halford's Former Manager Suing Judas Priest

BJ Ragone — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:58:42 +0000

Nobody likes a messy breakup, but that’s what Rob Halford and Judas Priest are going through right now. Back in August Halford let his long time manager go, and now he has decided to sue Judas Priest for wrongful termination. Back in August Rob Halford and Judas Priest management decided that is was time to [...]

Judas Priest 'The Chosen Few' Video Preview

BJ Ragone — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:06:17 +0000

Judas Priest has been bringing heavy metal to the masses since the 1970's. Their catalog of songs is so huge it would be impossible for them to pick songs to put on one record of "greatest hits". So instead they had their friends in the music industry do it. Guys like Zakk Wylde, Gene Simmons, Kerry King, Slash, James Hetfield and Alice Cooper just to name a few. The Chosen Few is available in stores now and contains a few hits, and also a few fan favorites. A must have album for any Priest fan.

Judas Priests 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' Performance [VIDEO]

BJ Ragone — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 16:51:04 +0000

Last night the heavy metal legends took to the stage of Late Night With Jimmy Fallon to play some tunes and promote their upcoming compilation album The Chosen Few. Check out the web exclusive performance after the jump.

Judas Priest And Puddle Of Mudd On Late Night TV Tonight

Q103 — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 22:40:11 +0000

Judas Priest on Jimmy Fallon? I’m so used to seeing JP on such a large stage that it will be strange seeing them in this kind of set up. What are they going to do… an acoustic set? Now, that would be pretty cool, but not likely. I’m not even sure what they’re up to. I [...]

Judas Priest Adds More North American Dates

BJ Ragone — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:40:22 +0000

Over a dozen dates have been added to Judas Priests Epitaph world tour, and one puts them pretty close to the Albany area. Looks like since the departure of KK Downing, Judas Priest is far from being over. They have just added 13 new dates to the North American leg of the Epitaph world tour. [...]

The Great Lead Singer Switch

BJ Ragone — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:53:12 +0000

Over the years several bands have switched up lead singers on us for one reason or another. It has either worked out really well, or really, really bad. We have all seen it. One of our favorite bands decides to change course and get a new singer. Sometimes they have no choice but to get [...]