88. Judas Priest
Judas Priest is one of the “Big Five” metal acts (Priest, Maiden, Metallica, AC/DC, and Sabbath) and the first on the countdown. Priest displayed attitude and style that influenced a generation of metal heads. What distinguishes Priest from every other band in the world is Rob Halford. Halford’s voice is unique in all of music and would be just as suitable to opera as rock. Classic Priest is rebellious and in your face. If you don’t like it, then you got another thing coming.
Rock n Roll Moment: In 1990, they defended musicians everywhere by standing trial. In 1985, two American teens attempted suicide after listening to Priest. The prosecutor argued the band place a subliminal message ordering listeners to commit suicide. They were acquitted. Later, Rob Halford commented that placing messages in the music encouraging fans to commit suicide would not be wise. Having fans die would be career suicide.
Essential Priest: British Steel (1980), Screaming for Vengeance (1982), Painkiller (1990)
Judas Priest Top 10:
Breaking the Law
Living After Midnight
You’ve Got Another Thing Coming
Painkiller
Electric Eye
Turbo Lover
Hell Bent for Leather
Screaming for Vengeance
A Touch of Evil
Freewheel Burning
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