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The essential Judas Priest records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.

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    Screaming for VengeanceJudas Priest

    Screaming for Vengeance

    Judas Priest · 1982 · Metal

    A sharp, commercial peak, home to 'You've Got Another Thing Comin''. Tight and huge. Their best-selling record.

    Start here
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    Sad Wings of DestinyJudas Priest

    Sad Wings of Destiny

    Judas Priest · 1976 · Metal

    An early, ambitious landmark that helped define metal's template. Dramatic and influential. A cornerstone.

    Essential
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    British SteelJudas Priest

    British Steel

    Judas Priest · 1980 · Metal

    The album that streamlined heavy metal into anthems, from 'Breaking the Law' to 'Living After Midnight'. Tight and iconic. A genre cornerstone.

    Essential
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    PainkillerJudas Priest

    Painkiller

    Judas Priest · 1990 · Metal

    A ferocious, speed-driven late peak with thunderous drums and screaming vocals. Relentless and precise. A metal essential.

    Essential
Essential Judas Priest tracks

Tracks we've featured in our best-of lists — tap a title to find it on Amazon Music.