Judas Priest - Defenders Of The Faith - 8649
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Judas Priest - Defenders of the Faith is the ninth studio album by the English heavy metal band, released on January 13, 1984. It was their third album to be produced by Tom Allom, and was recorded at Ibiza Sound Studios in Ibiza, Spain. The album was a commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and number 18 on the US Billboard 200 chart. It has since been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Defenders of the Faith is considered to be one of Judas Priest's best albums, and it features some of their most iconic songs, such as "Freewheel Burning", "Some Heads Are Gonna Roll", and "Love Bites". The album is characterized by its heavy guitar riffs, soaring vocals, and catchy melodies. It is also notable for its use of synthesizers, which were relatively new to heavy metal at the time.
Defenders of the Faith was a critical and commercial success upon its release. It was praised for its heavy sound and catchy songwriting. The album also helped to establish Judas Priest as one of the leading heavy metal bands of the 1980s.
The album's cover art is a painting by artist Chris Achilleos, and it depicts the Metallian, a hulking cyborg creature that was created to represent the power and ferocity of Judas Priest's music. The Metallian has become an iconic symbol of the band.
Defenders of the Faith is a classic heavy metal album that is essential for any fan of the genre.
