Who Replaced Rob Halford In Judas Priest? The Shocking Truth

Rob Halford left Judas Priest in 1992. The band took a four-year break before regrouping in 1996 with Tim “Ripper” Owens, formerly of Winter’s Bane, replacing Halford.

Owens was a huge Judas Priest fan and had even auditioned for the band back in 1989. He had a powerful vocal range that was very similar to Halford’s, and he quickly became a popular choice for fans. However, some fans were initially skeptical about his ability to fill Halford’s shoes. The band released the album “Jugulator” in 1997, which was a commercial success and critical hit. The album is a heavier, faster, and more aggressive sound than the band’s previous albums, and Owens’ powerful vocals were a major factor in its success. They followed it up with “Demolition” in 2001, which continued the band’s heavier sound. Owens’ departure came in 2003 as Rob Halford rejoined the band for the reunion album “Angel of Retribution”.