Redeemer of Souls
Judas Priest · 2014
61 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal · traditional heavy metal
A resounding return to form with soaring melodies and relentless riffs, echoing classic heavy metal traditions.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- soaring melodies for empowerment
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- anthemic moments for sing-alongs
- intense energy for workouts
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek quiet, subdued experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revitalized the band's sound and marked a successful return after lineup changes.
- Themes
- mythical redemption· heavy metal revival
- Career context
- Released on July 14, 2014, 'Redeemer of Souls' marked Judas Priest's first studio album since the departure of guitarist K.K. Downing and their first with new guitarist Richie Faulkner. The album came after a period of uncertainty for the band, following their 2008 release, 'Nostradamus', which was met with mixed reviews. This album signified a reinvigoration of their classic sound as they embraced their legacy in heavy metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron Maiden· Black Sabbath· Accept
- If this clicks, go next to
- Firepower — Continues the heavy metal energy with powerful riffs and modern production.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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The Book of Souls by Iron Maiden — Shares soaring melodies and epic narratives, continuing the heavy metal tradition with a modern twist.Blind Rage by Accept — Features relentless riffs and metal themes, echoing the revival of heavy metal's powerful sound.My God-Given Right by Helloween — Combines melodic hooks and vibrant energy, embodying a triumphant spirit in heavy metal revival.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Dragonaut".
- 1 Dragonaut Start here 4:26
- 2 Redeemer of Souls 3:58
- 3 Halls of Valhalla 6:04
- 4 Sword of Damocles 4:54
- 5 March of the Damned 3:56
- 6 Down in Flames 3:55
- 7 Hell & Back 4:46
- 8 Cold Blooded 5:25
- 9 Metalizer 4:37
- 10 Crossfire 3:51
- 11 Secrets of the Dead 5:41
- 12 Battle Cry 5:18
- 13 Beginning of the End 5:07
What to play next
This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in Judas Priest's catalog. Revitalized the band's sound and marked a successful return after lineup changes.
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