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Judas Priest

Class of 2019 Band

Inducted

2019

Category

Band

Class

15 inductees

Judas Priest is a British heavy metal band formed in Birmingham in 1969 known for their twin guitar attack, operatic vocals, and leather-and-studs imagery. They played a pivotal role in the development of heavy metal and has been influential in shaping the genre and maintaining a strong presence in the metal community, solidifying their status as metal icons. Judas Priest – Sad Wings of Destiny (1976); British Steel (1980); Screaming for Vengeance (1982); Defenders of the Faith (1984); Painkiller (1990)

Selected Discography

Judas Priest – Sad Wings of Destiny (1976) British Steel (1980) Screaming for Vengeance (1982) Defenders of the Faith (1984) Painkiller (1990)