JUDAS PRIEST has achieved its highest-ever spot on the U.K. charts with their latest album, “Invincible Shield”
The iconic British heavy metal band’s 19th studio album made an impressive debut on the official U.K. chart, securing the No. 2 position, trailing just behind Ariana Grande‘s “Eternal Sunshine“.
This marks a significant milestone for JUDAS PRIEST, surpassing their previous best performance on the U.K. charts, which was with “British Steel” back in 1980, peaking at No. 4.
Their 2018 release, “Firepower“, had debuted at No. 5, making “Invincible Shield” an even greater accomplishment.
“Invincible Shield” now joins the ranks of PRIEST‘s Top 10 albums, alongside “British Steel“, “Firepower“, “Redeemer Of Souls” (2014) at No. 6, and the live album “Unleashed In The East” (1979) at No. 10.
The album has already claimed the top spot in Germany and Sweden, with several other European countries poised to follow suit.
The announcement of PRIEST‘s latest album release date came during their performance at the Power Trip festival in Indio, California, last October. The event was marked by the iconic intro of BLACK SABBATH‘s “War Pigs“, setting the stage for the unveiling of “Invincible Shield” through a captivating graphic displayed on the video screens.
Formed in Birmingham, England in 1969, the iconic JUDAS PRIEST is a legendary heavy metal band known for their powerful vocals, dual guitar harmonies, and electrifying stage presence. With a career spanning over five decades, they’ve released iconic albums like “British Steel” and “Screaming for Vengeance,” shaping the metal genre with hits such as “Breaking the Law” and “Painkiller.”
Their influence extends across generations, earning them a devoted global fanbase and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. JUDAS PRIEST continues to captivate audiences worldwide with their timeless music and uncompromising dedication to the metal ethos.
