JUDAS PRIEST - Hero Hero ( White Vinyl 2LP ) 12" VINYL LP ALBUM

 This album "Hero, Hero" contains 2LP's both pressed on white vinyl "Hero, Hero" is the compilation album of early Judas Priest recordings

 

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Summary:

Judas Priest's "Hero Hero" (White Vinyl 2LP) 12" vinyl LP album is a must-have for fans of the band's early years. This compilation album features two LPs, both pressed on white vinyl, adding a special collector's touch. "Hero Hero" showcases the raw power and iconic sound of Judas Priest in their formative years. With classic tracks like "The Ripper" and "Victim of Changes", it's a definitive collection for any Priest enthusiast.

Music Genre:

Heavy Metal, Heavy Metal

Label & Catalognr:

 Gull records / Line Records LIDLP 5.0004

Media Format:

Record Format: Double 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 460 gram  

Year & Country:

1985 Made in Germany

JUDAS PRIEST - Hero Hero ( White Vinyl 2LP ) Production & Recording Information

Collector Notes:

Rob Halford (Full-name Robert John Arthur Halford) - Singer with the British Heavy Metal band "Judas Priest" from 1973 until 1992.

Alan Moore (aka Alan "Skip" Moore) was drummer from 1971 until 1977 with a break during 1973-1974.

Glen Tipton plays guitar with the British Heavy Metal band Judas Priest since 1974.

Iah Hill (Full-name Ian Frank Hill) plays Bass with the British Heavy Metal band Judas Priest since 1970.

John Hinch (Full-name Frederick John Hinch) played drums in "Judas Priest" from 1973 until 1975 after which he stopped playing drums (in a band)

K.K. Downing (Full-name Kenneth Downing, Jr) played guitars in "Judas Priest" from 1970 until 2011.

John Pasche has done the logo design and some of "Judas Priest's" album cover designs.

Producers:

Rodger Bain - Producer

  Rodger Bain is a British music producer who has been working with Rodger Bain is a British music producer and engineer who is best known for his work on early Black Sabbath albums. He worked as a producer and engineer on the first three Black Sabbath albums: "Black Sabbath" (1970), "Paranoid" (1970), and "Master of Reality" (1971). Bain is credited with helping to shape the sound of heavy metal and hard rock, and his work with Black Sabbath is considered influential in the development of the genre.

 Bain's production style was characterized by his use of raw, powerful sound, and his ability to bring out the best in the artists he worked with. He is regarded as one of the pioneers of heavy metal production and is highly respected in the music industry for his contributions.

 After his work with Black Sabbath, Bain went on to work with other influential rock bands of the 1970s, including Judas Priest and UFO. He continued to work as a producer and engineer throughout his career, and his work has been recognized and celebrated by music fans and industry professionals alike.

 

Jeffrey Calvert - Producer

Geraint Hughes - Producer

Judas Priest - Producer

Album Cover Design & Artwork:

David Howels - Album Cover Design

Melvyn Grant - Front Cover Illustration

Alan Morrison - Inside Cover Illustration

John Pasche - Judas Priest Logo Design


Musicians:
  • Rob Halford - Vocals
  • K.K. Downing - Guitars
  • Glen Tipton - Guitars
  • Iah Hill - Bass guitar
  • Alan Moore - Drums
  • John Hinch - Drums
Tracklisting Side One:
  1. Prelude
  2. Tyrant
  3. Rocka'Rolla
  4. One for the Road
Tracklisting Side Two:
  1. Victim of Changes
  2. Dying to Meet You
  3. Never Satisfied
Tracklisting Side Three:
  1. Dreamer Deceiver
  2. Deceiver
  3. Winter
  4. Deep Freeze
  5. Winter Retreat
  6. Chater
Tracklisting Side Four:
  1. Diamond and Rust
  2. Run off the Mill
  3. Genocide
  4. Caviar and Meths

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Judas Priest's impact on heavy metal is immeasurable. Their music, image, and attitude have helped shape the genre into what it is today. Their enduring legacy continues to inspire and influence new generations of heavy metal fans and musicians. Judas Priest is not just a band, but a cultural phenomenon that has left an indelible mark on the world of music.

Band Information:

  Judas Priest is a legendary British heavy metal band that has been rocking the world for over five decades. The band's influence on the genre of heavy metal cannot be overstated. With their leather and studs, screaming guitar solos, and frontman Rob Halford's piercing vocals, they have become the quintessential embodiment of heavy metal.

 History of Judas Priest:

 Judas Priest was formed in 1969 in Birmingham, England, by guitarist K.K. Downing and bassist Ian Hill. The band went through several lineup changes before settling on the classic lineup of Downing, Hill, vocalist Rob Halford, drummer Les Binks, and guitarist Glenn Tipton. The band's first album, "Rocka Rolla," was released in 1974 and was a mix of bluesy hard rock and heavy metal. It wasn't until their second album, "Sad Wings of Destiny," that they fully embraced heavy metal.

 Judas Priest's sound was defined by their twin-guitar attack, with Tipton and Downing's harmonized leads and galloping rhythms becoming a hallmark of the genre. Halford's soaring vocals added a melodic and dramatic element to their sound, while Hill and Binks provided a solid foundation for the music. The band's image also became an essential part of their identity, with their leather and studs, biker jackets, and motorcycle imagery becoming iconic.

 Impact on Heavy Metal:

 Judas Priest's impact on heavy metal cannot be overstated. They were one of the pioneers of the genre, and their influence can be heard in countless bands that followed. The band's high-pitched vocals, driving rhythms, and screaming guitar solos became a template for the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Bands like Iron Maiden, Saxon, and Def Leppard all cited Judas Priest as an influence.

 Judas Priest's influence also extended to the United States, where they were part of the so-called "Big Four" of heavy metal, along with Metallica, Slayer, and Megadeth. Their sound and image inspired countless bands, and they helped establish heavy metal as a legitimate genre of music. In the 1980s, they became one of the biggest bands in the world, with hit songs like "Breaking the Law," "Living After Midnight," and "You've Got Another Thing Comin'."

 Legacy:

 Judas Priest's legacy is undeniable. They have influenced generations of heavy metal bands and have helped establish the genre as a legitimate form of music. Their music continues to resonate with fans around the world, and they remain one of the most respected and revered bands in heavy metal. In 2018, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, cementing their status as one of the most important bands in the history of rock music.

JUDAS PRIEST - Unleashed In The East NWOBHM 1979

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  CBS 83852 , 1979 , Europe

  "Unleashed in the East" is the first official live album by the British heavy metal band Judas Priest. It is the first Priest album to be produced by Tom Allom who would remain at the helm for the next decade for the band, and the last release to feature drummer Les Binks.

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