Judas Priest

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Phil X teaches Bon Jovi classics including Wanted Dead or Alive and Bad Medicine in debut episode of Gibson’s Riff Lords

By Richard Bienstock published

Judas Priest’s Richie Faulkner also sits down to demonstrate how to play Hell Bent for Leather, Electric Eye and more

Watch members of Judas Priest, Halestorm, Alice in Chains and more absolutely nail Thin Lizzy’s Bad Reputation

By Richard Bienstock published

Former Machine Head guitarist Phil Demmel assembled the group for his Collab-A-Jam #1

George Lynch: “I wish Judas Priest would call me up and hire me”

By Richard Bienstock published

The Lynch Mob and Dokken shredder wants to rocka rolla with the metal gods

Tony Iommi performs live

The 25 greatest metal guitar tones of all time

By Jonathan Horsley published

We chart the rise of heavy guitar tones, from Sabbath to stoner, Swe-death to djent, thrash to doom…

Judas Priest, Queen, Cheap Trick and Neil Young: Four Killer Live Albums Turn 40

By Mark McStea published

Behold four 1979 releases that have aged a lot more gracefully than Steve Martin's 'The Jerk.'

Watch Richie Faulkner Talk Gibson “Original Collection” Flying V, Jam Judas Priest Riffs

By Richard Bienstock published

“It’s unique and I think it’s a sign of innovation,” he says of the design.

Watch Judas Priest Play "Rapid Fire" Live in the Studio

By Guitar World Staff published

A great opportunity to see the metal legends up-close-and-personal.

Discovering Phrasing Alternatives Via Melodic Sequences

By Richie Faulkner published

When applied properly, "go-to" shapes can serve as a tool box when developing solos or song riffs.

Watch Judas Priest Perform "Killing Machine" for the First Time in 40 Years

By Richard Bienstock published

The band pulled out the deep cut at the kickoff to their European 'Firepower' tour.

Former Judas Priest Guitarist K.K. Downing’s 1967 Gibson Flying V Sells for Close to $189,000 at Auction

By Richard Bienstock published

The winning bid was more than $150,000 above the original estimate.

Watch Glenn Tipton Join Judas Priest Onstage for “Metal Gods,” Breaking the Law” and More

By Richard Bienstock published

The guitarist made a surprise appearance at the band’s recent Tokyo gigs.

How to Build a Creative, Emotive Guitar Solo

By Richie Faulkner published

In his latest GW lesson, Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner teaches you how to draw the listener in and to tell a story with your solos.

Judas Priest Announce New North American 'Firepower' Tour Dates

By Richard Bienstock published

The band will head out on the road with Uriah Heep beginning in May.

Former Judas Priest Guitarist K.K. Downing to Auction Instruments and Other Gear

By Richard Bienstock published

The sale will take place December 11 at Bonhams in London.

Get Experienced: Studying the Playing of the Great Jimi Hendrix

By Richie Faulkner published

In his latest lesson, Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner analyzes the guitar work of the great Jimi Hendrix.

Watch Judas Priest Tear Through “Electric Eye” at the US Festival in 1983

By Richard Bienstock published

A classic performance from the band's commercial peak.

Watch Two Kids Absolutely Nail Slayer's "Raining Blood" on Guitar and Bass

By Richard Bienstock published

Audrey and Kate also tackle Judas Priest, Pantera and more.

Ken “K.K.” Downing Discusses His New Autobiography, ‘Heavy Duty: Days and Nights in Judas Priest’

By James Wood published

The former Priest guitarist tells all about his more than 40 years in the iconic metal band.

Zeroing-in on Your Own Signature Sound

By Richie Faulkner published

Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner demonstrates how to create solos that feel and sound new and exciting.

Watch Judas Priest Perform "Delivering the Goods" for the First Time in 38 Years

By Richard Bienstock published

The song is the latest rare cut to be added to their 'Firepower' tour sets.