Label : Columbia Records
Release : 2017
Painkiller is one of the heaviest and most legendary albums in Judas Priest’s catalog and a true milestone in heavy metal history. The record hits instantly with blistering riffs, razor sharp solos and iconic drumming that drives the music forward at full speed. Rob Halford delivers one of his most intense performances, pushing every track into a higher level of power and aggression. Songs like Painkiller, Hell Patrol and Night Crawler define pure speed and heavy metal precision.
Historically, Painkiller was released in 1990 as a massive comeback that helped set the benchmark for modern speed and heavy metal. On vinyl, the album’s dynamics and guitar detail come through with extra punch and clarity. For collectors, Painkiller is an essential release that belongs in any serious metal vinyl collection. A must have for anyone who loves fast, uncompromising heavy metal.
