Heavy Duty. Days and nights in Judas Priest

Article number 10152557

In this candid memoir, K.K. Downing recounts his life as founding guitarist of Judas Priest and offers an insider’s perspective on the rise of one of heavy metal’s most influential bands. He reflects on the band’s formation in Birmingham, the development of its distinctive sound, the pressures of touring and fame, and the internal tensions that ultimately led to his departure. Combining personal memories with behind-the-scenes accounts of albums, performances and controversies, the book provides a detailed portrait of decades in the heavy metal scene.