Category Archives: Screaming For Retirement

Wait, Is Judas Priest Actually Bidding Farewell Or Not?

Posted by on May 12, 2011

The metal world was stunned when Judas Priest announced plans to embark on a farewell tour, only to be equally shocked by K.K. Downing’s departure from the group. It definitely seemed unimaginable to see the Metal Gods calling it a day, especially without Downing. Yet if you read recent interviews with members of Priest, you […]

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K.K. Downing Explains Sudden Departure From Judas Priest

Posted by on April 21, 2011

Yesterday, the metal world was shocked and saddened to hear that K.K. Downing has retired from Judas Priest and will not be joining them on their farewell Epitaph tour. However, Downing has already released a statement regarding his departure. Explaining his decision, Downing said the following: “Dear friends, It is with much regret that I […]

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Judas Priest Farewell Tour To Take Place Without K.K. Downing

Posted by on April 20, 2011

Judas Priest announced their farewell Epitaph tour late last year, stating that after they release a studio album next year, they’ll tour the world one last time. Well, today, they announced that the tour will take place without founding guitarist K.K. Downing. The 59 year-old founding member of the band stated that he’s retiring. In […]

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Judas Priest Announce Farewell Tour

Posted by on December 7, 2010

After 40 years together, the Metal Gods appear to be calling it a day. Judas Priest has announced plans for the Epitaph world tour, which is also being dubbed their final tour. They are expected to hit every major city around the world for one last time. News of Priest’s farewell tour comes as surprising. […]

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