#24: The Early Years of Judas Priest, 1975
In 1975, Judas Priest seemed an unlikely success story. Despite the initial failure of their debut album ‘Rocka Rolla’, and battling financial difficulties, they persevered. Their humble beginnings, marked by second jobs to make ends meet, contrast sharply with the legendary status they would achieve.
By 1976’s ‘The Sad Wings of Destiny’, Judas Priest had carved their niche, blending hard with progressive rock into what would become heavy metal. This breakthrough caught CBS’s attention, leading to ‘Sin after Sin’, their third album, and securing their place in heavy metal lore.