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Judas Priest
The essential Judas Priest records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1Screaming for VengeanceJudas PriestStart here
Screaming for Vengeance
A sharp, commercial peak, home to 'You've Got Another Thing Comin''. Tight and huge. Their best-selling record.
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2Sad Wings of DestinyJudas PriestEssential
Sad Wings of Destiny
An early, ambitious landmark that helped define metal's template. Dramatic and influential. A cornerstone.
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3British SteelJudas PriestEssential
British Steel
The album that streamlined heavy metal into anthems, from 'Breaking the Law' to 'Living After Midnight'. Tight and iconic. A genre cornerstone.
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4PainkillerJudas PriestEssential
Painkiller
A ferocious, speed-driven late peak with thunderous drums and screaming vocals. Relentless and precise. A metal essential.
Essential Judas Priest tracks
Tracks we've featured in our best-of lists — tap a title to find it on Amazon Music.