Judas Priest is a pioneering heavy metal band from England that formed in the early 70s.  The heavy metal look originated with Priest and to this day, there is no band that is more metal.  The group recently celebrated the 30th anniversary of the legendary British Steel record with a reissue and world tour.  However, this year the band is embarking on its farewell tour.  Judas Priest’s classic lineup features Rob Halford on vocals, Glen Tipton on guitar, K.K. Downing on guitar, Ian Hill on bass, and Scott Travis on drums.  Here are ten brutal Priest classics/heavy metal essentials:

1.  “Painkiller” Painkiller (1990)

2.  “Breaking the Law” British Steel (1980)

3.  “The Hellion/Electric Eye” Screaming For Vengeance (1982)

4.  “Rapid Fire” British Steel (1980)

5.  “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin” Screaming For Vengeance (1982)

6.  “Living After Midnight” British Steel (1980)

7.  “Hell Bent for Leather” Killing Machine (1978)

8.  “Heading Out To The Highway” Point of Entry (1981)

9.  “Exciter” Stained Class (1978)

10.  “Victim of Changes” Sad Wings of Destiny (1976)