One of the greatest metal drum intros ever recorded is in the song "Painkiller" - Scott Travis, drummer, 1990. Do the official music video - it will blow your mind !!!
This is Halford pre-sobriety. The ultimate theater kid. His voice Transcends all others. Listen to "Beyond The Realms Of Death" from the album "Stained Class" 1978. The drummer on that album is one Les Binks. Les shares more in common with Neil Peart or Cozy Powell in approach... Enjoy the ride Andrew!
Sabbath and Priest came from Birmingham, England during the same time period. Once Priest was formed they signed with Iommi Management Agency. Judas Priest went into the studio in June-July 1974 with Black Sabbath producer Rodger Bain, recording "Rocka Rolla". They were one of the many rock bands from Birmingham, it was an industrial town. Many of those bands played a festival in London, I think. The DJ in the area made up flyers for it that read, 'Heavy Metal' from Birmingham. When Sabbath made their first stop to the states a copy of that flyer was in the promo package. They were asked if they were the 'Heavy Metal' band from England when they landed. Never hearing the term the guys said it sounded cool and they just went with it. Heavy Metal was born. It was Sabbath and Priest to first make it big. Many followed from that show. Moody Blues were actually labeled a 'Heavy Metal' band also, from being on the same flyer.
This is a cover of a Peter Green tune -- he was the guitarist extraordinaire for early Fleetwood Mac which started out as a guitar-based blues band. Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac also did the original of Black Magic Woman which Santana famously covered.
The saying, 'Sabbath is the Heavy, where Priest is the Metal in Heavy Metal'. The two groups are rightly considered THE pioneers of HM. You really must take a look at 1990s Painkiller by Judas Priest - different drummer; iconic drum intro.
Judas Priest was originally formed in 1969 in Birmingham, England by original vocalist Al Atkins & bassist Brian Stapenhill, with John Perry on guitars and John Partridge on drums. Attempts at releasing an album failed for a variety of reasons & the lineup changed multiple times. Long-time core members of the band Ian Hill (bass) and KK Downing (guitar - the blond one in the video) joined circa 1970. Atkins left the band in late '72, replaced by long-time core member and legendary vocalist and frontman Rob Halford in '73, at which time John Hinch also joined as drummer. The final long-time core member, guitarist Glen Tipton, joined in 1974, and they recorded their first studio album, Rocka Rolla, released 1974. Here's their remaining studio discography with personnel changes noted: Sad Wings of Destiny (1976 (with Alan Moore on drums)). Sin After Sin (1977 (with Simon Phillips on drums)). Stained Class (1978 (with Les Binks on drums)). Killing Machine (1978 (released in the US as "Hell Bent for Leather" in 1979)). British Steel (1980 (with Dave Holland on drums)). Point of Entry (1981). Screaming for Vengeance (1982). Defenders of the Faith (1984). Turbo (1986). Ram It Down (1988). Painkiller (1990 (with Scott Travis on drums)). Jugulator (1997 (with Tim "Ripper" Owens on vocals)). Demolition (2001). Angel of Retribution (2005 (with Rob Halford on vocals)). Nostradamus (2008). Redeemer of Souls (2014 (with Richie Faulkner replacing KK Downing on guitars)). Firepower (2018). Invincible Shield (2024).
Other songs you can check in their either live or studio versions : One of the road from Rocka Rolla ( 1974), Run of the mill, Never Satisfied John Hinch is the drummer doing great stuff Victim of changes, The Ripper, Dreamer Deceiver - Deceiver, Genocide, Tyrant, Island Of Domination from Sad Wings Of Desnity (1976), drums by Alan Moore. Rock Forever, Delivering the goods , Running Wild, Hell bent for leather, Killing Machine from Killing Machine album (1978) with the legendary Lesbinks Sinner, Call For The Priest, Raw Deal and Dissident Agressor from the Sin After Sin album (1977) with Simon Phillips. Exciter, white heat red hot, stained class, Saint in Hell, Savage, Beyond The Realms Of Death, Heroes end from Stained Class ( 1978) by Lesbinks. Unleashed in The East ( live album ) 1979, Lesbinks. Rapid Fire, Steeler, Grinder, Metal Gods, The Rage on British Steel (1980) by Dave Holland. Heading on the highway, Desert Plains, Hot rockin', On The Run, Don't Go on the Point Of Entry album (1981) by Dave Holland.. For exemple, Judas Priest so much styles that is a journey to listen
Check out their song exciter from 1978. And the drummer for that one was Les Binks. A precursor to thrash/speed metal with a Judas priest before the leather and studs that Rob halford brought to the metal scene from the gay clubs. Anyway an awesome song.
As much Rob borrowed from that, if you look closely, KK was the first in leather and stud black in Judas Priest in 1978, end of Stained Class tour, Rob followed and convinced the entire band
@@Nissardpertugiu not sure I believe that story kk told. Cause in that interview for his book with blabbermouth he said that they had an album with a razor on the cover and now they just needed some stage clothes to match. And then he said it was 1976. And in other interviews he states that he thought spinal tap movie was about him cause he couldn't remember his 70's.
Live in Memphis (1982) is an impressing show still and brutal. Sinner, Riding on the wind are Screaming for vengeance from that show are just pure dynamite
Rob Halford, the metal god! Try the Sentinel live 1986 Fuel for Life Tour, Judas Priest put metal into heavy metal, Some popular radio songs Youve Got another Thing Comin, Breaking the Law. Painkiller is Priest on level 10.
That is Rob Halford, aka The Godfather of Heavy Metal /m\/m\ He is currently 72 freaking years old and still kicks ass. You can check out any of the songs on their new album "Invincible Shield" which is awesome by the way. Might I suggest the title track or "As God is my Witness" or "Trial By Fire" whichever you pick you won't be disappointed. The blonde guitarist is Richie Faulkner, this dude suffered a ruptured aorta on stage while playing a guitar solo on the last song of the set, and he freaking finished the song before being taken away to the hospital.
@Koratz-r8c clever. The question though is why would that thought even enter your mind? I think any normal guy would put that thought right out of their head, but it appears you are dwelling on it. 🤔 Interesting.
The Priest Beast does have one thing in common with Sabbath, formed in the same place , Birmingham, UK. Judas priest formed in the late 60s, but released their debut in 1974. If you've ever seen the black leather and studded belt look in the 80's, they helped define that image. With the exception of a few albums, your singer has been Rob Halford, aka The Metal God. The main albums that broke them through in the US was British Steel and Screaming for Vengeance. Breaking the law, living after midnight, hot rocking, some heads are going to roll and painkiller are all recommended.
Rob Halford is widely regarded as one of the greatest vocalists in Metal. He is known as the Metal God. His vocal range is off the charts and he still going strong at the age of 72. Touring the world. Their latest album as one of their all best time. So intense.
Judas Priest is all about the two guitarists and the singer. They form this AWESOME triplet on stage. One of the originators of the twin-guitar attack in rock/metal, they were one of the very first metal bands and often credited as the creators of the first true heavy metal album _as we know it today_ (Stained Class). Their "best" drummer was Les Binks, but unfortunately didn't stay with the band long. He was good and one of the few drummers JP had that actually contributed to the songwriting.
Sad Wings of Destiny 1976 , Sin After Sin 1977 (with Simon Phillips), Stained Class 1978, Killing Machine 1978 and pinnacle Unleashed in the East - live 1979 , these tell the story how modern Heavy Metal started. Awesomeness!
Not an off shoot of Black Sabbath but Rob Halford did fill i for Ozzy on vocals live at least once. And both Judas Priest and Black Sabbath are from Birmingham, England.
Oh man! Judas Priest has a HUGE catalog you definitely should dive into! Once you start down the rabbit hole...we may not see you back for quite some time! Great band who've been consistent for decades! 🤘🏼💙
1st time hearing the Priest eh Andrew?....Hope you're ready for another rabbit hole to dive in. That Ferrari is owed by "Metal God" Rob Halford. Such an awesome catalogue to dig into..from 1974's Rocka Rolla to 2024's Invincible Shield..
Andrew-- "Priest is a classic band. Well worth exploring for certain 🙂 Rob Halford--vocals, Glenn Tipton--guitar, K.K. Downing--guitar, Ian Hill--bass, Dave Holland--drums. The main thing 'Priest has in common with Black Sabbath is that both bands are from Birmingham, England. "Priest isn't an offshoot, however. They're also from the same time period, but "Priest's first record came out a few years after "Sabbath's first album. "Priest are heavy metal pioneers along with a short list of others including Black Sabbath.
I hate that logic because Painkiller has a lore behind it that should be experienced. The band was struggling because they tried to stay relevant with two commercial sounding albums that were universally panned after the great Defenders of the Faith. Thrash was king of metal at this time, Death metal was being born out of the aggressive side of metal, Power metal was awakening and channeling the melody and speed from the older Priest style. Priest were not in a good place and after being cast to the side as old dinosaurs by fans, and other metal acts, they decided to unsheathe their metal swords again and prove they still were still metal gods with Painkiller and came back with an epic bang. I wish more people new to Priest follow an order and not just skip 400 pages of world building
@@robr135 the few albums between Screaming for Vengeance and Painkiller are all fine and good, but if you want a hard-hitting drum track with killer vocals, you go right for the source... Painkiller was my Judas Priest.
Believe it or not, they also have done a remake of Joan Beaz’s Diamond and Rust which is now considered one of their signature metal songs. There is literally 50+ JP songs worth listening to. Before doing Painkiller which many are suggesting, I think you should go back to the live version of “Victim of Changes” at the 1983 US Festival - do this one first, then proceed to painkiller.
Priest were more pioneers than followers - Rob Halford set the high water mark for his voice ( often compared to Dio as the 2 best metal voices ever) To really see the band dynamic & a taste of Rob's vocal range you should check out "Victim of Changes " from the US festival - best outdoor recording I've probably ever heard
Dude, this is Original Priest with Dave Holland on drums. You called it right away... *Pocket!* His grooves were All Pocket.. He never over played while, at the same time, without under playing. The result was an indestructable pocket that the band could build all those classic grooves and rhythms on. They were probably the tightest, best sounding band lv seen so far. In their prime, they would be very hard to beat at a battle of the bands..
I think you're right about Dave Holland's style & contribution to Priest, but he didn't join the band until their 6th studio album, British Steel (1980), and then of course he was replaced by Scott Travis on Painkiller (1990).
@@hemlock399Hey.. You know, you'r right.. l did incorrectly refer to Dave Holland as the original drummer.. It's messed up.. haa I never realized, from the time l started listening to Priest back in 1982 that Holland wasnt the original drummer. Wasn't until a couple months ago, when a friend of mine showed me a picture of the earliest days of JP that contained none of the members who were part of the first record, that l realized that Holland, or anybody else for that matter, was part of the original formation of the band. KK wud'v been the first.. but, surprisingly, he was initially turned down in favor of another guy who auditioned. But, yeah... Holland came about 10 years later and stayed for 10 years.. I have to remember it now.. Rock-On!
@@nodaysback1 It might make just as much sense to say that the band was founded in '74, when Glenn joined Ian, KK & Rob, because those 4 were the core of Priest when they really evolved into Priest. But some of the songs they released on Rocka Rolla and Sad Wings originated with Al Atkins, so there is reason to date the band to '69. Either way, they went through a lot of drummers in the early days, and by the time Dave joined in '79 / '80, they had already pretty well established the sound and style that defined them in the '80s. I think that there's more distance between any 2 of their '70s albums than there is between all of their '80s albums (although Turbo was a fair bit of a departure from Defenders). Anyhow, they are a legendary band, and I absolutely love them! Cheers!
@@hemlock399 Agreed. But, going back to my initial comment about Holland, it was based on seeing him play live with the band 4x and greatly preferring the overall feel of the band that came from his classic pocket drumming, than to the shift in the band's more aggressive sound at the 2 times seeing the Painkiller tour, as heavy and kick-ass those Painkiller concerts were..
@@nodaysback1 Unfortunately, I never got to see them live until after Angel of Retribution. I've seen them twice with Travis on drums. I really regret that I never saw them live before Rob went on his solo sabbatical.
@@SoloTravelerOffTheBeatenPath only 6, Led Zep, Black Sabbath and Deep Purple started the movement, but the Priest are the first releasing a full metal album, they are the fathers of the speed metal, the trash metal, the power metal,, and of course the heavy metal. Black Sabbath has a cpuple of good metal songs before the Priest show the way, but without the Priest, we'll never know metal as we Know.
I saw them on that tour, they had the most Marshall Amps & Cabinets I have ever saw, felt or heard! The volume went right through you, but it was clean. Just double stack after double stack, for an incredible audio experience like no other.
@AndrewRooneyDrums Re watch the video and count the double stacks, I counted 18 double stacks on a 2 tiered stage when I saw them in 83. BUT Motorhead was louder with 8 double stacks in a bar I saw around 1980. Both bands induced hearing loss, LOL!
I have saw 2-3 times,1-2 with Judas Priest,1 alone with his band and 1 time Judas Priest with other singer.Judas Priest are amazing band,from the same city Birmingham with Black Sabbath.Rob had sing 2 times with Black Sabbath live on stage.I have the bootleg cd and video of performance🤘
Sabbath forged the Metal Sword and Priest sharpened it. First album '74 last album '24. You can't go wrong with any of the 17 albums with Rob Halford as singer, The Metal God. They are one of the best live bands ever. This was last song before encores started, hence the long trashcan ending.
Rob Halford did 3 shows with Black Sabbath where he replaced Ozzy and Dio. Judas Priest celebrating there 55th anniversary this year ( saw them in Amsterdam a few months ago )
The drummer here is Dave Holland, most people agree that he is a more "generic" drummer - competent for sure, but at this stage Priest were going for a more straight forward (less aggressive) approach with regards to the drum arrangements. Check out the drummer before Dave (Les Binks) or the one after Dave (Scott Travis) to really hear how the songs can and should be played.
I've seen Judas Priest live earlier this year. They've been at it for over 50 years and yet, on the current tour (Invincible Shield) they're propably as good as they have been 20 or 30 years ago. Don't know if they can top their 80s performances (because hell yeah, they were good back then) but still - and for Rob Halford to hit the high notes on "Victim of Changes" or "Painkiller" at his age is pretty damn amazing, when guys like Ian Gillan hasn't performed "Child in Time" in about 25 or so years because he can't hit the notes anymore. Anyway, you HAVE to do Painkiller - can't be a drum teacher and youtube reaction guy if you don't do Painkiller. Also, I keep repeating myself but you have to do Dimmu Borgir - The Chosen Legacy (Studio version). Just do it already, you'll enjoy both of them. :)
My Priest-Journey started with the "British Steel" album that was released in 1980. There you have a whole lot of classic Priest-songs. Yes, they´re really better live, I know, but try "Priest Live" from their "Fuel for life"- tour in 1986. That album rocks 100%!
My favorite band and hands down my favorite vocalist. The 1978 album Stained Class is in my opinion the first thrash metal album. The guitar tone isn't too heavy though. The only flaw. The drums and vocals are completely ridiculous for the times! The guitars are perfection, it's just the tone that doesn't do it justice. You really need to check out Stained Class. You will definitely be blown away.
Ozzy Osbourne & Rob Halford hail from the same city of Birmingham, England JP was born in 1969 , Their first album came out in 1974 Definitely worth looking at if you like Heavy Metal 🤟😎🤟
Glad you got it unblocked! JP were my favourite band for the longest time, though I only got to see them live for the first time earlier this year. This isn't their only cover I prefer to the original - they also did a killer version of Joan Baez' _Diamonds_ _and_ _Rust._ However, go for some of their original material next, I think!
Hey Andrew, I live in the northern hemisphere, it's hard to understand why you don't know more about Judas Priest. Maybe you're just too young. I saw them live in the golden era of heavy metal, 1884. Judas Priest wasn't part of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal because they made albums before that, but they were monsters and gave metal such a boost. Rob Halford was “the” voice and frontman of that time. Albums like British Steel (80) - listen to Rapit Fire or The Rage!, Screaming for vengance (82) Defenders of the Faith (84) shaped my time. I saw John Bonhham when I was 15 It's the reason why started having drumlessons when I was 48) and I will be spending my 60th birthday in New Zealand in October. Where can we have a beer together? I could tell you one or two more stories ;-) Greetings from Germany Jens
Rob Halford is one of the greatest vocalists in the history of modern popular music, not just metal. He should be mentioned in the same breath as legends like Freddie Mercury and Aretha Franklin, but since he sings metal, he’s not serious enough to be respected that way, apparently. But to the metal community, he IS the Metal God. There are songs where he hits such insanely powerful high notes and screams, you can’t believe your ears. A proper deep of Priest is highly recommended.
I grew up with Judas Priest as car music . Great for party . Best period in my view is 78-82 but in many peoples opinion it last until this day. Halford has the greatest metal voice of all. But I prefer his singing to his screeching
Until you reacted to the Fleetwood Mac original, I didn't even know that it was a Fleetwood Mac original!! I always thought Judas Priest did this first! Judas Priest is the BEST!! You really need to do more reactions to JP Andy! 🤘😁
You want Halford VOX.....Look up at the old wiskey. or........Anything with his solo band Fight. Especially the Live stuff.....1990-1993. Can you say Octave? Lol. Great Video, Andy. Thanks and God Bless.
Hell yeah finally the live version Dare I say JP does a better rendition than FM There are only 2 metal singers Imo that still have their voices well into their 60's-70's: Rob Halford and King Diamond Haters smoke me in the comments if need be haha Love this song 🤘😎✌️🧐
A song that’s huge that you will have heard of you say? That will be Breaking the Law, And Hell bent for leather Both fantastic songs. But go to screaming for vengeance, turbo lover, victim of changes, living after midnight, you’ve got another thing coming, heading out on the highway, love bites, some heads are gonna roll, the ripper. Wait until you are familiar with Judas Priest before you do painkiller. Painkiller is the title track from thier 12th studio a;bum and was a significant departure in sound, and a reaction to the thrash metal scene. It’s quite extreme, and doesn’t really represent the band over thier career, but more of an outlier.
Judas Priest do a cover of another song that they weaponised, Diamonds and rust, originally by Joan Baez. You also need to check out Lovebites, all girl band from Japan, the drummer, Haruna is off the charts with the double kick, pick any song, they are all good.
Honestly, Judas Priest and Iron Maiden were the forerunners in the NWOBHM. That small snippet of Rob Halford’s vocal range should be enough to lure you in and down this rabbit hole. JP has many different sounds and stage, but they’re all fire. I’m thinking that Victim of Changes would be a good start. Please don’t start with Painkiller. Get a feel for the early Priest music before going into the later thrash style. Thanks and greetings from good old NZ
Rob Halford is the vocalist. Check out the song Painkiller for vocals and drums. Priest can be grouped more with Iron Maiden and Scorpions. Not so much with Metallica and Megadeth. I grew up listening to thee guys and lots of other 80's British metal bands
I didn't realize that you'd never done a Painkiller reaction.
It's legit one of the universal top 3 heavy metal drum intros of all time.
That is a must!
Legit that ferrari gets around in that song. 😏
But boy... im so sick of that song.... so many better ones.
Great suggestion but Andrew now finds Iron Maiden.It's too soon for Painkiller 😂😂
Rob Halford is a legendary frontman. Amazing pipes and still going strong today in his 70s!
Priest!
Saw them recently. He still has the pipes.
Youve just opened pandoras box. Delve deep! So many gems from this band. 70s-mid 80s is their peak. Every musician in this band is awesome!
Agree with you on their peak period.
One of the greatest metal drum intros ever recorded is in the song "Painkiller" - Scott Travis, drummer, 1990. Do the official music video - it will blow your mind !!!
Rockers from Birmingham, UK, are legend 💯🤘
Judas Priest is the epitome of Heavy Metal. They have stood the passage of time. You have much to discover, Grasshopper.
This is Halford pre-sobriety. The ultimate theater kid. His voice Transcends all others. Listen to "Beyond The Realms Of Death" from the album "Stained Class" 1978. The drummer on that album is one Les Binks. Les shares more in common with Neil Peart or Cozy Powell in approach... Enjoy the ride Andrew!
Drum fill heaven.
Les Binks was the man!
Sabbath and Priest came from Birmingham, England during the same time period. Once Priest was formed they signed with Iommi Management Agency. Judas Priest went into the studio in June-July 1974 with Black Sabbath producer Rodger Bain, recording "Rocka Rolla". They were one of the many rock bands from Birmingham, it was an industrial town. Many of those bands played a festival in London, I think. The DJ in the area made up flyers for it that read, 'Heavy Metal' from Birmingham. When Sabbath made their first stop to the states a copy of that flyer was in the promo package. They were asked if they were the 'Heavy Metal' band from England when they landed. Never hearing the term the guys said it sounded cool and they just went with it. Heavy Metal was born. It was Sabbath and Priest to first make it big. Many followed from that show. Moody Blues were actually labeled a 'Heavy Metal' band also, from being on the same flyer.
This entire concert (Live Vengeance 82) is fire - any videos from it will be killer. "The Sinner" is one of my favorites.
Just "Sinner".
This is a cover of a Peter Green tune -- he was the guitarist extraordinaire for early Fleetwood Mac which started out as a guitar-based blues band. Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac also did the original of Black Magic Woman which Santana famously covered.
I really like the drum composition on Judas priest Desert Plains
The saying, 'Sabbath is the Heavy, where Priest is the Metal in Heavy Metal'. The two groups are rightly considered THE pioneers of HM. You really must take a look at 1990s Painkiller by Judas Priest - different drummer; iconic drum intro.
Oh right! Good info
Judas Priest was originally formed in 1969 in Birmingham, England by original vocalist Al Atkins & bassist Brian Stapenhill, with John Perry on guitars and John Partridge on drums. Attempts at releasing an album failed for a variety of reasons & the lineup changed multiple times.
Long-time core members of the band Ian Hill (bass) and KK Downing (guitar - the blond one in the video) joined circa 1970. Atkins left the band in late '72, replaced by long-time core member and legendary vocalist and frontman Rob Halford in '73, at which time John Hinch also joined as drummer. The final long-time core member, guitarist Glen Tipton, joined in 1974, and they recorded their first studio album, Rocka Rolla, released 1974.
Here's their remaining studio discography with personnel changes noted:
Sad Wings of Destiny (1976 (with Alan Moore on drums)).
Sin After Sin (1977 (with Simon Phillips on drums)).
Stained Class (1978 (with Les Binks on drums)).
Killing Machine (1978 (released in the US as "Hell Bent for Leather" in 1979)).
British Steel (1980 (with Dave Holland on drums)).
Point of Entry (1981).
Screaming for Vengeance (1982).
Defenders of the Faith (1984).
Turbo (1986).
Ram It Down (1988).
Painkiller (1990 (with Scott Travis on drums)).
Jugulator (1997 (with Tim "Ripper" Owens on vocals)).
Demolition (2001).
Angel of Retribution (2005 (with Rob Halford on vocals)).
Nostradamus (2008).
Redeemer of Souls (2014 (with Richie Faulkner replacing KK Downing on guitars)).
Firepower (2018).
Invincible Shield (2024).
Yo thanks for all that info!
Painkiller is the ultimate metal song. Can’t get more metal than that.
Other songs you can check in their either live or studio versions :
One of the road from Rocka Rolla ( 1974), Run of the mill, Never Satisfied John Hinch is the drummer doing great stuff
Victim of changes, The Ripper, Dreamer Deceiver - Deceiver, Genocide, Tyrant, Island Of Domination from Sad Wings Of Desnity (1976), drums by Alan Moore.
Rock Forever, Delivering the goods , Running Wild, Hell bent for leather, Killing Machine from Killing Machine album (1978) with the legendary Lesbinks
Sinner, Call For The Priest, Raw Deal and Dissident Agressor from the Sin After Sin album (1977) with Simon Phillips.
Exciter, white heat red hot, stained class, Saint in Hell, Savage, Beyond The Realms Of Death, Heroes end from Stained Class ( 1978) by Lesbinks.
Unleashed in The East ( live album ) 1979, Lesbinks.
Rapid Fire, Steeler, Grinder, Metal Gods, The Rage on British Steel (1980) by Dave Holland.
Heading on the highway, Desert Plains, Hot rockin', On The Run, Don't Go on the Point Of Entry album (1981) by Dave Holland..
For exemple, Judas Priest so much styles that is a journey to listen
They influenced all metal
Check out their song exciter from 1978.
And the drummer for that one was Les Binks.
A precursor to thrash/speed metal with a Judas priest before the leather and studs that Rob halford brought to the metal scene from the gay clubs.
Anyway an awesome song.
Oh wow. This info is blowing my little mind
@@AndrewRooneyDrums This is a great recommendation for a drum channel.
As much Rob borrowed from that, if you look closely, KK was the first in leather and stud black in Judas Priest in 1978, end of Stained Class tour, Rob followed and convinced the entire band
@@Nissardpertugiu not sure I believe that story kk told.
Cause in that interview for his book with blabbermouth he said that they had an album with a razor on the cover and now they just needed some stage clothes to match.
And then he said it was 1976.
And in other interviews he states that he thought spinal tap movie was about him cause he couldn't remember his 70's.
@@bullfidde I believe it because its on tape and pics from stained class era.
Live in Japan 1978...
The only dressed in black guy is KK
Rob Halford the one only man known as The Metal God in his 70's still gets as high
Live in Memphis (1982) is an impressing show still and brutal.
Sinner, Riding on the wind are Screaming for vengeance from that show are just pure dynamite
Rob Halford, the metal god! Try the Sentinel live 1986 Fuel for Life Tour, Judas Priest put metal into heavy metal, Some popular radio songs Youve Got another Thing Comin, Breaking the Law. Painkiller is Priest on level 10.
The Sentinel 1986 live is the BEST JP song and the maximus vocal range of Rob! ❤
Rob would say " Sabbath is heavy but Priest is METAL".
That is Rob Halford, aka The Godfather of Heavy Metal /m\/m\ He is currently 72 freaking years old and still kicks ass. You can check out any of the songs on their new album "Invincible Shield" which is awesome by the way. Might I suggest the title track or "As God is my Witness" or "Trial By Fire" whichever you pick you won't be disappointed. The blonde guitarist is Richie Faulkner, this dude suffered a ruptured aorta on stage while playing a guitar solo on the last song of the set, and he freaking finished the song before being taken away to the hospital.
Damn good new album
He´s not only kicks ass...
@Koratz-r8c clever. The question though is why would that thought even enter your mind? I think any normal guy would put that thought right out of their head, but it appears you are dwelling on it. 🤔 Interesting.
The Priest Beast does have one thing in common with Sabbath, formed in the same place , Birmingham, UK. Judas priest formed in the late 60s, but released their debut in 1974. If you've ever seen the black leather and studded belt look in the 80's, they helped define that image. With the exception of a few albums, your singer has been Rob Halford, aka The Metal God. The main albums that broke them through in the US was British Steel and Screaming for Vengeance. Breaking the law, living after midnight, hot rocking, some heads are going to roll and painkiller are all recommended.
Rob Halford is widely regarded as one of the greatest vocalists in Metal. He is known as the Metal God. His vocal range is off the charts and he still going strong at the age of 72. Touring the world. Their latest album as one of their all best time. So intense.
Can't wait to hear more!
Judas Priest is all about the two guitarists and the singer. They form this AWESOME triplet on stage. One of the originators of the twin-guitar attack in rock/metal, they were one of the very first metal bands and often credited as the creators of the first true heavy metal album _as we know it today_ (Stained Class). Their "best" drummer was Les Binks, but unfortunately didn't stay with the band long. He was good and one of the few drummers JP had that actually contributed to the songwriting.
Sad Wings of Destiny 1976 , Sin After Sin 1977 (with Simon Phillips), Stained Class 1978, Killing Machine 1978 and pinnacle Unleashed in the East - live 1979 , these tell the story how modern Heavy Metal started. Awesomeness!
@@67heavydutySin after Sin has great songs but I always thought could have had much better, harder production.
Not an off shoot of Black Sabbath but Rob Halford did fill i for Ozzy on vocals live at least once. And both Judas Priest and Black Sabbath are from Birmingham, England.
Victim Of Changes from Sad Wings Of Destiny
Yes, the studio mix is impeccable! 🎸🎤🎸
Check out the drummer who replaced Holland, Scott Travis. He brought the thunder of double-kick to the Priest sound. Try the Firepower album.
I will! New rabbit hole
“Exciter” and “Painkiller” next!
🤘🏻🤘🏻 today Rob Halford is 73 yrs old. You should listen to him performing "Painkiller" nowadays.
Oh, so much more Priest worth covering. Decades of goodness.
Contemporaries of Sabbath, but very little personnel crossover.
Decades of greatness
Oh man! Judas Priest has a HUGE catalog you definitely should dive into! Once you start down the rabbit hole...we may not see you back for quite some time! Great band who've been consistent for decades! 🤘🏼💙
Rob halford Bro...the Godfather of heavy Metal ❤😊
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Please do more Judas Priest!!!
Judas Priest at Live Aid '85 is definitely worth a listen.
1st time hearing the Priest eh Andrew?....Hope you're ready for another rabbit hole to dive in. That Ferrari is owed by "Metal God" Rob Halford. Such an awesome catalogue to dig into..from 1974's Rocka Rolla to 2024's Invincible Shield..
Andrew--
"Priest is a classic band. Well worth exploring for certain 🙂
Rob Halford--vocals, Glenn Tipton--guitar, K.K. Downing--guitar, Ian Hill--bass, Dave Holland--drums.
The main thing 'Priest has in common with Black Sabbath is that both bands are from Birmingham, England. "Priest isn't an offshoot, however. They're also from the same time period, but "Priest's first record came out a few years after "Sabbath's first album. "Priest are heavy metal pioneers along with a short list of others including Black Sabbath.
I mean, you have to do Judas Priest's "Painkiller" now... just the natural progression 😃
I hate that logic because Painkiller has a lore behind it that should be experienced. The band was struggling because they tried to stay relevant with two commercial sounding albums that were universally panned after the great Defenders of the Faith. Thrash was king of metal at this time, Death metal was being born out of the aggressive side of metal, Power metal was awakening and channeling the melody and speed from the older Priest style. Priest were not in a good place and after being cast to the side as old dinosaurs by fans, and other metal acts, they decided to unsheathe their metal swords again and prove they still were still metal gods with Painkiller and came back with an epic bang. I wish more people new to Priest follow an order and not just skip 400 pages of world building
@@robr135 the few albums between Screaming for Vengeance and Painkiller are all fine and good, but if you want a hard-hitting drum track with killer vocals, you go right for the source... Painkiller was my Judas Priest.
The Drummer is Dave Holland...sadly past away.. 😢
RIP
this is just the proper way to end a REAL metal song!
Hell yeah.
MELT DOWN!
Believe it or not, they also have done a remake of Joan Beaz’s Diamond and Rust which is now considered one of their signature metal songs. There is literally 50+ JP songs worth listening to. Before doing Painkiller which many are suggesting, I think you should go back to the live version of “Victim of Changes” at the 1983 US Festival - do this one first, then proceed to painkiller.
One of their best songs
You haven't even heard the ferrari go if you ain't heard Painkiller.
Priest were more pioneers than followers - Rob Halford set the high water mark for his voice ( often compared to Dio as the 2 best metal voices ever) To really see the band dynamic & a taste of Rob's vocal range you should check out "Victim of Changes " from the US festival - best outdoor recording I've probably ever heard
That said i think the Memphis version 1982 is better than 1983.
Darker, more abrasive...
Dude, this is Original Priest with Dave Holland on drums.
You called it right away... *Pocket!*
His grooves were All Pocket..
He never over played while, at the same time, without under playing.
The result was an indestructable pocket that the band could build all those classic grooves and rhythms on.
They were probably the tightest, best sounding band lv seen so far.
In their prime, they would be very hard to beat at a battle of the bands..
I think you're right about Dave Holland's style & contribution to Priest, but he didn't join the band until their 6th studio album, British Steel (1980), and then of course he was replaced by Scott Travis on Painkiller (1990).
@@hemlock399Hey.. You know, you'r right.. l did incorrectly refer to Dave Holland as the original drummer..
It's messed up.. haa
I never realized, from the time l started listening to Priest back in 1982 that Holland wasnt the original drummer.
Wasn't until a couple months ago, when a friend of mine showed me a picture of the earliest days of JP that contained none of the members who were part of the first record, that l realized that Holland, or anybody else for that matter, was part of the original formation of the band.
KK wud'v been the first.. but, surprisingly, he was initially turned down in favor of another guy who auditioned.
But, yeah... Holland came about 10 years later and stayed for 10 years..
I have to remember it now..
Rock-On!
@@nodaysback1 It might make just as much sense to say that the band was founded in '74, when Glenn joined Ian, KK & Rob, because those 4 were the core of Priest when they really evolved into Priest. But some of the songs they released on Rocka Rolla and Sad Wings originated with Al Atkins, so there is reason to date the band to '69. Either way, they went through a lot of drummers in the early days, and by the time Dave joined in '79 / '80, they had already pretty well established the sound and style that defined them in the '80s. I think that there's more distance between any 2 of their '70s albums than there is between all of their '80s albums (although Turbo was a fair bit of a departure from Defenders).
Anyhow, they are a legendary band, and I absolutely love them!
Cheers!
@@hemlock399 Agreed.
But, going back to my initial comment about Holland, it was based on seeing him play live with the band 4x and greatly preferring the overall feel of the band that came from his classic pocket drumming, than to the shift in the band's more aggressive sound at the 2 times seeing the Painkiller tour, as heavy and kick-ass those Painkiller concerts were..
@@nodaysback1 Unfortunately, I never got to see them live until after Angel of Retribution. I've seen them twice with Travis on drums. I really regret that I never saw them live before Rob went on his solo sabbatical.
what do 1,807 simultaneous face-palms sound like?
🤣
Judas Priest are the Godfathers os Metal. Black Sabbath created the bases, and then the Priest give the form, the look and the power.
@@SoloTravelerOffTheBeatenPath only 6, Led Zep, Black Sabbath and Deep Purple started the movement, but the Priest are the first releasing a full metal album, they are the fathers of the speed metal, the trash metal, the power metal,, and of course the heavy metal. Black Sabbath has a cpuple of good metal songs before the Priest show the way, but without the Priest, we'll never know metal as we Know.
I saw them on that tour, they had the most Marshall Amps & Cabinets I have ever saw, felt or heard! The volume went right through you, but it was clean. Just double stack after double stack, for an incredible audio experience like no other.
Sounds epic! Magical
@AndrewRooneyDrums Re watch the video and count the double stacks, I counted 18 double stacks on a 2 tiered stage when I saw them in 83. BUT Motorhead was louder with 8 double stacks in a bar I saw around 1980. Both bands induced hearing loss, LOL!
Seen them this Father's day was a awesome show
I THEM IN 1982 WITH MAIDEN IT WAS KILLER
I have saw 2-3 times,1-2 with Judas Priest,1 alone with his band and 1 time Judas Priest with other singer.Judas Priest are amazing band,from the same city Birmingham with Black Sabbath.Rob had sing 2 times with Black Sabbath live on stage.I have the bootleg cd and video of performance🤘
I think you enjoy the first rank on reaction channels now?? Congratulations man!!!
Rob Halford filled in for Ozzy once when Ozzy got sick and he did a show with Black Sabbath.. there is video on UA-cam..
Sabbath forged the Metal Sword and Priest sharpened it. First album '74 last album '24. You can't go wrong with any of the 17 albums with Rob Halford as singer, The Metal God. They are one of the best live bands ever. This was last song before encores started, hence the long trashcan ending.
Its the Paaaaaain, the paaaaaaain, the PAAAAIIIIINKILLAH!!! 🤘👌👍 Should obviously be the next one.
I'll get to it!
Rob Halford did 3 shows with Black Sabbath where he replaced Ozzy and Dio.
Judas Priest celebrating there 55th anniversary this year ( saw them in Amsterdam a few months ago )
The drummer here is Dave Holland, most people agree that he is a more "generic" drummer - competent for sure, but at this stage Priest were going for a more straight forward (less aggressive) approach with regards to the drum arrangements. Check out the drummer before Dave (Les Binks) or the one after Dave (Scott Travis) to really hear how the songs can and should be played.
Victim of changes
Your usual excellent reaction! The singer is Rob Halford. Like Sabbath, they are from Birmingham, England.
This is the Metal God Rob Halford from the time when he was still mortal. Now everybody is calling him that.
Rob Halford the lead singer used to ride his Harley motorcycle down a ramp onto the stage to begin the show
I've seen Judas Priest live earlier this year. They've been at it for over 50 years and yet, on the current tour (Invincible Shield) they're propably as good as they have been 20 or 30 years ago. Don't know if they can top their 80s performances (because hell yeah, they were good back then) but still - and for Rob Halford to hit the high notes on "Victim of Changes" or "Painkiller" at his age is pretty damn amazing, when guys like Ian Gillan hasn't performed "Child in Time" in about 25 or so years because he can't hit the notes anymore.
Anyway, you HAVE to do Painkiller - can't be a drum teacher and youtube reaction guy if you don't do Painkiller.
Also, I keep repeating myself but you have to do Dimmu Borgir - The Chosen Legacy (Studio version). Just do it already, you'll enjoy both of them. :)
My Priest-Journey started with the "British Steel" album that was released in 1980. There you have a whole lot of classic Priest-songs. Yes, they´re really better live, I know, but try "Priest Live" from their "Fuel for life"- tour in 1986. That album rocks 100%!
My favorite band and hands down my favorite vocalist. The 1978 album Stained Class is in my opinion the first thrash metal album. The guitar tone isn't too heavy though. The only flaw. The drums and vocals are completely ridiculous for the times! The guitars are perfection, it's just the tone that doesn't do it justice. You really need to check out Stained Class. You will definitely be blown away.
Since you enjoy Maiden you won't be disappointed with Judas Priest.
Enjoy your journey 🤘
The two best original metal bands
The "Unleashed In The East" is the BEST version of this song.
Ozzy Osbourne & Rob Halford hail from the same city of Birmingham, England
JP was born in 1969 , Their first album came out in 1974
Definitely worth looking at if you like Heavy Metal 🤟😎🤟
The. best recorded version of this song has to be the Ripper version on Demolition. Brutal!
You really need to do Painkiller by Priest.. killer drum intro on that one
Rob Halford - The legend 🩵 You recently discovered Iron Maiden now discover the band that gave birth to Maiden. Judas Priest 🤘 Lengends
Glad you got it unblocked! JP were my favourite band for the longest time, though I only got to see them live for the first time earlier this year. This isn't their only cover I prefer to the original - they also did a killer version of Joan Baez' _Diamonds_ _and_ _Rust._ However, go for some of their original material next, I think!
Hey Andrew, I live in the northern hemisphere, it's hard to understand why you don't know more about Judas Priest.
Maybe you're just too young.
I saw them live in the golden era of heavy metal, 1884. Judas Priest wasn't part of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal because they made albums before that, but they were monsters and gave metal such a boost. Rob Halford was “the” voice and frontman of that time.
Albums like British Steel (80) - listen to Rapit Fire or The Rage!, Screaming for vengance (82) Defenders of the Faith (84) shaped my time.
I saw John Bonhham when I was 15 It's the reason why started having drumlessons when I was 48) and I will be spending my 60th birthday in New Zealand in October.
Where can we have a beer together? I could tell you one or two more stories ;-)
Greetings from Germany
Jens
How about some Accept? Like Wrong is Right perhaps?
Rob Halford is one of the greatest vocalists in the history of modern popular music, not just metal.
He should be mentioned in the same breath as legends like Freddie Mercury and Aretha Franklin, but since he sings metal, he’s not serious enough to be respected that way, apparently.
But to the metal community, he IS the Metal God. There are songs where he hits such insanely powerful high notes and screams, you can’t believe your ears. A proper deep of Priest is highly recommended.
I grew up with Judas Priest as car music . Great for party . Best period in my view is 78-82 but in many peoples opinion it last until this day. Halford has the greatest metal voice of all. But I prefer his singing to his screeching
As everyone said you got to do Judas Priest reaction
Judas Priest - Freewheel Burning (Live from the 'Fuel for Life' Tour)
Just Do It!
Priest are Metal Gods!!! Speaking of which checkout their song Metal Gods.
Until you reacted to the Fleetwood Mac original, I didn't even know that it was a Fleetwood Mac original!! I always thought Judas Priest did this first! Judas Priest is the BEST!! You really need to do more reactions to JP Andy! 🤘😁
You want Halford VOX.....Look up at the old wiskey. or........Anything with his solo band Fight. Especially the Live stuff.....1990-1993. Can you say Octave? Lol. Great Video, Andy. Thanks and God Bless.
Hell yeah finally the live version Dare I say JP does a better rendition than FM There are only 2 metal singers Imo that still have their voices well into their 60's-70's: Rob Halford and King Diamond Haters smoke me in the comments if need be haha Love this song 🤘😎✌️🧐
Man, I really miss the 80s sometimes! 🤘
Opeth released a drum playthrough video of their single "§1" with their new drummer Waltteri Väyrynen. Just saying ;)
A song that’s huge that you will have heard of you say?
That will be
Breaking the Law,
And
Hell bent for leather
Both fantastic songs.
But go to screaming for vengeance, turbo lover, victim of changes, living after midnight, you’ve got another thing coming, heading out on the highway, love bites, some heads are gonna roll, the ripper.
Wait until you are familiar with Judas Priest before you do painkiller. Painkiller is the title track from thier 12th studio a;bum and was a significant departure in sound, and a reaction to the thrash metal scene. It’s quite extreme, and doesn’t really represent the band over thier career, but more of an outlier.
Dear Lord Andrew!! Definitely not the way to start a video! LoL!! This is probably my favorite song by Judas Priest 🤘🏻💥🔥🙏🏻💯
Welcome to the world of The Priest! 🤘
Can you please check out 66Samus at Drumeo playing Led Zeppelin?
Judas Priest do a cover of another song that they weaponised, Diamonds and rust, originally by Joan Baez.
You also need to check out Lovebites, all girl band from Japan, the drummer, Haruna is off the charts with the double kick, pick any song, they are all good.
Honestly, Judas Priest and Iron Maiden were the forerunners in the NWOBHM. That small snippet of Rob Halford’s vocal range should be enough to lure you in and down this rabbit hole. JP has many different sounds and stage, but they’re all fire. I’m thinking that Victim of Changes would be a good start. Please don’t start with Painkiller. Get a feel for the early Priest music before going into the later thrash style. Thanks and greetings from good old NZ
Judas Priest are the Metal Gods and Rob Halford has great vocal range and power . Really is no better singer
Rob is a part of the Holy Trinity of Metal being
Him
Bruce Dickinson
Ronnie James Dio
Yup.
Phenomenal
I gotta go with Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac Original version, though JP does a nice interpretation. Alas, Peter Green's genius prevails.
Sorry Priest is better
@@johnpelfrey2425 LMAO 😝
The Metal Gods
Glad to see this got unblocked
They normally do!
Only a handful got forever blocked
Lead singer Rob Halford Iconic Metal Singer
The Metal God
High ... higher ... Rob Halford 🎤
Almost time for some Painkiller, lol.
The "Oh, oh, oh, oh" part is my fav.
And Rob is gay, not that there's anything wrong with that [Seinfield]. It's all about the Heavy Metal🤘🏻
Rob Halford is the vocalist. Check out the song Painkiller for vocals and drums. Priest can be grouped more with Iron Maiden and Scorpions. Not so much with Metallica and Megadeth. I grew up listening to thee guys and lots of other 80's British metal bands
The only common thing with Sabbath is that both bands are from Birmingham. And they know each other