Heavy-metal titans Judas Priest’s second leg of their “Invincible Shield Tour” with guest Sabaton took over new markets in North America this fall with 23 dates. All shows featured music from their new album “Invincible Shield,” and the tour stops at PH Live at Planet Hollywood on Wednesday, Oct. 16.
Metalheads are in for the show of a lifetime as few rock or metal acts remain as much of a must-see live attraction as Judas Priest. The heavy-metal powerhouse has spent more than 50 years crafting a legendary career. Hailing from Birmingham, England, in 1969, their impact and influence in the genre remain unparalleled.
Judas Priest originally solidified their place in music history with iconic albums including “Sad Wings of Destiny” and “Sin After Sin” known for metal anthems like “Sinner” and “Hell Bent for Leather” while pioneering the leatherand-studs image now synonymous with the metal culture.
The ’80s marked their pinnacle with classic albums “British Steel,” “Screaming for Vengeance” and “Defenders of the Faith” generating timeless hits including “Breaking the Law.”
Despite lineup changes and various challenges, the band’s resilience remained unwavering. In 2018, Rob Halford, Glenn Tipton, Richie Faulkner, Ian Hill and Scott Travis released “Firepower,” which soared as one of their most successful albums, alongside “Invincible Shield,” and was backed by a global tour.
Amid health setbacks and the pandemic, Judas Priest persevered with a 50th anniversary tour and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction. After a headlining performance at the 2023 PowerTrip Music Festival and the release of their 19th studio album “Invincible Shield,” Judas Priest’s unwavering dedication to spreading their heavy metal legacy continues, promising to rock on into 2024 and beyond.
More: Caesars.com
