Painkiller
Judas Priest · 1990
46 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · traditional heavy metal
A relentless barrage of soaring vocals and thunderous guitars that redefine heavy metal's boundaries.
Why this album works
- Best for
- intense energetic experiences dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released on September 3, 1990, 'Painkiller' is Judas Priest's twelfth studio album and marks a significant comeback following the less successful 'Turbo.' This album solidified their status in the heavy metal scene during the early '90s, showcasing a return to their core sound while introducing speed metal elements.
- If you like
- heavy metal, traditional heavy metal
Painkiller is an album by Judas Priest, released in 1990. A relentless barrage of soaring vocals and thunderous guitars that redefine heavy metal's boundaries. 'Painkiller' is often regarded as one of the defining albums of the heavy metal genre, praised for its technical proficiency and powerful themes. It reached No. 26 on the Billboard 200 chart and was pivotal in influencing a new wave of metal bands, solidifying Priest's legacy within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Painkiller sound like?
A relentless barrage of soaring vocals and thunderous guitars that redefine heavy metal's boundaries. Rooted in heavy metal and traditional heavy metal.
What makes Painkiller by Judas Priest notable?
'Painkiller' is often regarded as one of the defining albums of the heavy metal genre, praised for its technical proficiency and powerful themes. It reached No. 26 on the Billboard 200 chart and was pivotal in influencing a new wave of metal bands, solidifying Priest's legacy within the genre. Released on September 3, 1990, 'Painkiller' is Judas Priest's twelfth studio album and marks a significant comeback following the less successful 'Turbo.' This album solidified their status in the heavy metal scene during the early '90s, showcasing a return to their core sound while introducing speed metal elements.
Who is Painkiller for?
Painkiller works well if you're into intense energetic experiences, dynamic emotional journeys and long immersive listening sessions.
How many songs are on Painkiller?
Painkiller has 10 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Painkiller Standout 6:06
- 2 Hell Patrol Standout 3:37
- 3 All Guns Blazing 3:58
- 4 Leather Rebel 3:35
- 5 Metal Meltdown 4:50
- 6 Night Crawler 5:45
- 7 Between the Hammer & the Anvil 4:49
- 8 A Touch of Evil Standout 5:45
- 9 Battle Hymn 0:56
- 10 One Shot at Glory 6:47
Release Date
September 3, 1990
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
46 min 8 sec
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