So we talk about emotion. Judas Priest has been part of my emotion for 40 years. All that you are describing has been infused in my being through that music. When I discover that he is/was gay, what do I respond? Well, it is all emotion, yeah?
@Victor Kim! I was here to suggest the same song, as a person of similar age.😉 Diamonds and Rust is a song by Joan Baez. The live performance from Epitaph DVD (on YT) features an older but not less expressive Metal God. Better outfits though if you can believe that!
No Auto Tune. No machines. No fancy electronic gadgets. These guys played pure metal, and blew the other bands away that day. And Halford's vocals were AMAZING!
The recording of Victim of Changes in 'Unleashed in the East' is one of the finest live performances ever done. That whole album is just crazy great. The energy is stratospheric.
“Whiskey woman don’t you know that you are driving me INSAAAAAAANE!” This is a classic from ‘76, and is essential metal. While Halford was going through some insane substance abuse that may have led to improper live vocal technique, this beast of a man still put out THIS kind of performance! Just wow. He still has a powerful multifaceted range 50 years into his career, which is mind boggling. Halford, Dio, Dickinson are the big three tenors of heavy metal for a reason. They’re unstoppable! Hail THE METAL GOD! And HORNS UP!
I grew up in the 90s listening to the grunge bands of that era but liking the "old" metal bands better, Metallica, Slayer, Maiden. Still like metal in all its forms, even the extreme ones. but I tried to find out how it all started and Sad Wings of Destiny - for me -seems to be one of the first more "modern" metal albums. Sin after Sin is totally insane, clearly ahead of its time. But this song is pure heavy metal, from 1976! I am quite sure that Priest, together with Sabbath shaped every other metal band to this day. It must have felt out of time listening to this in 1976...Of course there were Dio, Samson, UFO and others but they were still more rooted in rock and roll and this was like a new dimension...
I was there. It was very hot. The previous November at the Cow Palace in San Francisco for the Vengeance tour (1982) Rob Halford had promised us that Judas Priest will be there and he invited us to join them. Judging by the size of the crowd, I'd say we all took the band up on this invitation. The size of the crowd for the Cow Palace concert was too big, also: It was MOSTLY outside the arena, it had caused 10 hours of absolute gridlock for the entire bay area. On the Oakland bay bridge - people were barbecuing, jamming tunes, tossing a frisbee around on the bridge. In that era: a Judas Priest concert would flood beyond the perimeter of ANY venue in the world. If it could pack 12 million in: 45 million would show up. It just didn't matter. This band had fans. NOBODY could ever dislike them some Priest.
I was there too! It was amazing and crazy, one of the best nights of my life (and you were there too:) it’s still my favorite concert and still my favorite band…🎤🎸🎧👍🏼😁
Im 57 and have loved Judas Priest since 1978. I've listened to Victim hundreds of times. Yesterday I heard it differently than I ever had. Thank you for that.
@Ron Lincoln lucky you! I'm 57 too, but I didn't discover and fall in love with them until, er, 1980. But yes, totally with you on finding a new way to hear VoC. Never expected that!
@@TheCharismaticVoice Speaking on their stage clothing and the heaviness on stage, it was over 100 degrees on that day in San Bernardino. Can you imagine how much hotter it was in those leathers? Great video and analysis:)
I met Rob at a record store in San Diego - he was dressed in fairly normal clothes and having a chat with my boss. I didn't recognize him at first. My boss called me over and said, "Hey Daniel, come meet my friend Rob." So I went over and said hello and shook his hand. He complimented me on my Suicidal Tendencies hat. I mentioned the time I saw Suicidal open for Metallica at a racetrack in Houston. Rob says, in his accent, "It was bloody hot that day!" I was all, "Yeah, it was... wait...." And it all went blurry for a second when I realized who I was talking to. I told him that his band Fight had surprised the hell out of me and my friends - we were expecting some Priest-meets-grunge mess, but they were tight and really won the crowd over. He was really happy to hear that and we talked for a good half-hour about all kinds of music. What a laid-back, interesting dude.
Rob Halford is just amazing. Personally my favorite judas priests song is "the sentinel". Really shows of rob singing and both glenn and kk guitar playing.
No mate totally wrong ..budgie influenced everyone ask any band mate .and uriah heep both before priest .not that priest are awesome ..if it wasn't for budgie you wouldn't have the metal you got .END
Elizabeth: You are the best vocal reaction channel I have found on TH-cam. No one else delves into the lyrical content and its relevance to the song like you do. You have a great gift in your ability to articulate your thoughts, which in turn makes you a great teacher. You deserve all your successes, and I hope your channel continues to grow.
Rebecca Vocal Athlete is better. Less talking over the songs and less words to make a point. Just my take. You don't have to agree. BethRoars is awesome too
You'll never understand Priest unless you've been there. I honestly hate all these videos, personally. Not because of Priest, it's just not even close to being there. I'd rather have the studio version here. Anyway, one of the best live bands ever. You can tell who's been there when they talk about it, put it that way.
I first saw them live back in 2011 and I was so thrilled to see that song live, man. It's my fav from good ol' Priest. They also played it live on Monsters of Rock (São Paulo, 2015) Rob is so damn great, wow
Yeah, that concert series was a fabulous setup. Friday punk, Saturday metal, Sunday rock, I think that's how it went. This was the second time I saw priest and never missed a tour until marriage kabashed that in 2000s. I will always believe there were none better than rob the closest in my opinion is Robert plant. They wail with heart and soul. Impeccable. I just turned 68 and listen to and sing along with priest to this day because once you've got it in your blood there's no ignoring it.
Had 2 vinyl copies as first one was worn out Waht is nuts was when Priest came to NZ Auckland an 8 hour drive so many of the Wellington youth Metal scene were there in tribute to their childhood to what their parents bought them up on and these kids played Faster and heavier then anything I had heard as a teenager
His voice is so much better in old Priest. Search up Diamonds and Rust AOL Sessions here on TH-cam. It’s acoustic and it is Fantastic! Video quality isn’t great but vocals are perfect. Want something else check out the scorpions and Sails of Charon and Klaus’s voice!
One thing I love about Judas Priest is not matter what, you can count on Ian Hill to be standing in the back just rocking out on his bass. He always looks like he enjoys his job. The entire US Festival show looks so amazing.
Ian Hill was never going to be Steve Harris, so he just settled down to be a steady foundation. You can tell he's one of us who doesn't care at all about guitarists and vocalists getting the entire spotlight. We just kick back near the drummer and sit in the groove.
@@pete-ph5xc Don't underestimate Ian Hill.. He kicks ass. Steve Harris is... Steve Harris. Most of his bass lines are 80% the same. I like both bands. But, Priest beats Maiden in a battle of the bands. Song for song, they'r too heavy for Maiden.
I've watched a LOT of your reviews and I think the thing I love the most is your genuine excitement over what you're hearing. It's like watching a kid unwrap a Christmas present. Thank you for what you do!
This makes her by far my most favorite "reactor." Because not only is her reaction to metal, some for the first time, so nice to see, unlike most reactors she actually has so much to say that's validating and appreciative and informed on the subject of music and voice as an instrument.
I’m a huge Priest fan, have been for decades. To this day one of my favorite tunes is a simple ditty called “Desert Plains.” It just kicks all kinds of ass, IMO. A unique love song. Pure Priest.
Desert Plains, and also Devil's Child are fantastic songs but lack a lot of punch on their studio versions. Both were played too slow. But pumped up during the live gigs of vengeance, defenders tour, and fuel for life, they were fkn awesome. The high notes/crowd interaction on Desert Plains is brilliant. And the vengeance 82 version of Devil's Child is just pure gold.
I agree. I think "Dreamer Deceiver" / "Deceiver" is sung by Rob unbelievably. But “Victims of Changes” is also incomparable. In 1976 they didn't even get gold for the album ...
@@Sandmann6627777 I still have my first pressing vinyl. I play my classic vinyl once a year. Just to remember. Just to hear that warm fuzzy static and occasional pop
@@RedCornerMovies I don't get why people insist on pitting bands against each other. There's no need for that. Let's just enjoy great music. No need to make it a competition. Sure, I prefer Priest but I also enjoy Iron Maiden. Other bands I don't like, doesn't make any of those above or below one another.
I really have to commend you, most classically trained singers, at least the ones I know, turn their noses away from rock or metal music. But you think outside of the box. Not only that, when I watch you....... I can tell that you are really appreciative of artistry of all kinds. Good for you!
I love how you said Rob “seems like a good friend!” My friends have met him, and he was instantly relatable and even hugged them. I’m still getting over not having been there with them!
I can imagine that you also wanted to be there. And I can confirm what your friends said. I talked to him (and his guitarist) backstage for 15-20 minutes when he was touring with his own band. He was friendly and easy to talk to. We talked about being musicians, playing live, ... When he walked in he said "Hi, I'm Rob Halford, the Metal God" in a half joking way with a smile. I also remember that he wanted to talk longer but someone from management was annoyed and passed by several times to remind Rob that he had something scheduled.
It is sooo validating to hear a professional opera singer echo the sentiments I have about Halford's voice, after all these years of wondering how he'd be perceived by one. Wonderful to hear this music being properly analyzed.
Wazzup. I'm 60 just watched your analysis of Victim of Changes with my 19 year old daughter. First I have to say she stayed awake through the whole video. I used to put her to sleep playing Judas when she was a baby. That being said... I was tearing up enjoying your direction of the performance. From interactions to performance, of Rob's incredible vocal control while still communicating emotions. You blew me away with your extensive knowledge of physical vocalizations along with your appreciation for their stage performance ( did I see some groupie expressions during your analysis?) We also watched your analysisez of Dio with Sabbath and Bruce from Maiden. I pray my daughter Tayza gained an appreciation for all that goes into a performance. These guys really put forth an amazing effort to present fr#ggin awesome performances with each show. Just thanking you for making a podcast like yours. Thank you.🥰
She should also react to Electric Eye - live in this same US festival '83. Rob walking into the stage like a King as he starts the song. That just cemented his position as the Metal God.
You should also react to singer Julia Victoria singing Allen do Rio Azul！ Amazing focal control. Really love to hear your reactions.... among all the reactions, you have provided the best in-depth comments. Love it！
I had the pleasure of seeing them live in 2015, and he was phenomenal. 64 years old and he was still nailing the high screams in this song. I distinctly remember the eerie silence as everyone made their way out of the arena. Legitimately left the audience speechless. All hail the metal god!
Yeah. Before the Dawn, Epitaph, and Last Rose of Summer are likely Halford's healthiest vocals. They show a glimpse of his full voice in a healthy light. It's a nice light lyric instrument that's clearly strong as an ox. Halford made a comment after he left Priest that if he had to do it all over again, he would have sung opera, like Pavarotti.... though clearly he meant Bjorling 'cause he wanted to be taken seriously.
It's really worthwhile to listen to the original studio version to get the full effect of this song. Being live, Rob actually limited his range a little here.
While l understand what you're saying about a polished studio version, it also represents a snapshot in time in when they cut it. Many artists say that songs are dynamic and always changing with time, sort of like language. So in that light, seeing live song performance is vitally important also. Further, many song elements often don't make a final studio cut for whatever reason the choice was when cut. Live performance can often allow fuller, fleshed out renditions. Even further, seeing the facial expressions and body motions, the "theatrics" involved in making the song, lend a lot to the overall experience. This is no exception, seeing Rob sing and dance adds extra emphasis to the vocals you wouldn't get from an audio only play, even if every note choice and embellishment in the live isn't the exact same as the one time snapshot of the studio version. Just my opinion is all.
@@kevinkesterson1806 Both versions are valid. Live for his performance and presence, but the studio version is more focused on the vocal performance. As to extended versions, I think of it like movies. When watching the extended director's cut of a movie, I often come to the conclusion that the reason the restored parts were edited out in the original cut was because it doesn't really add anything. If Elizabeth wants a full appreciation of what Halford is capable of as a vocalist, I think hearing the studio version would be time well spent.
Hell yeah, so happy you checked this one out after Painkiller. If you really want to see Halford's range, check out the Live 1975 version of Dreamer Deceiver. Amazing song.
Gotta say it is very compelling to see/hear someone with deep classical training venture across the tracks in a committed way and express genuine appreciation for some very un-studied yet still classic hard rock. Fascinating.
I highly appreciate that educated and experienced vocalist take a time to not only react but analyze metal music. It's really rare for "classical" musician to respect metal music. IMO. I really love that you spend time to understand type of music which may be farther from your comfort zone.
That's typically due to them not bothering to give it a chance, to be frank. It's not "refined" typically but it doesn't need to be, and there are so many talented vocalists in metal.
I agree. And she's so articulate and insightful with tecnique, style, lyrical content, all of it. I love watching her genuinely fall in love with what we already know is brilliant
I used to spend A LOT of time around professional classically trained musicians. Sadly, it’s true what you stated. Many will listen to other sorts of music, but it’s mostly ‘beneath’ them. The way I see it was that many of these classically trained musicians are taught to think one way and one way only, do not deviate from the path taught to them. Where as many other types of music, especially heavy metal, is about thinking outside the box and doing the unconventional.
Thanks for diving into the metal genre and giving these talents the recognition that they deserve. As an opera singer, doing what you're doing, you're bringing some real credibility to these artists. Don't stop!
I was at this show, when I was 14. Amazing . Something you have to experience, in person, with the energy jn the crowd..unforgettable. ..also, ignore any nay sayers, you are gorgeous
I can't stop watching you geek out on these performances. You're so infectious and a total music nerd, which in turn is soupy cool. I can't imagine that ever fading... only blossoming into something greater.
Give "Freewheel Burning" a listen. There's a section of the song where Rob sings the lyrics at a tremendous speed. It just blows my mind every time I hear it.
There's something so rewarding about watching someone hear Rob Halford for the 1st time (or 2nd in this case lol). I've been listening to him since 1984 (when I was in 6th grade) and am still blown away by him (and the entire band).
got you beat by 2 years, i still remember when my brother brought home "screaming for vengeance" and i couldnt agree with you more, still listen to judas 3-4 times a week
Rob Halford is one of the most genuinely nice guys in metal. In 1986 I went to a local rock bar on a Wednesday night, which was a slow night. (I live in Phx, as did/does Rob) I knew a girl who cut all the local bands hair, and she was hanging out with Rob and KK at another table. (and local bands Surgical Steel, a Priest cover band, and ICON) I asked if she’d get me an autograph from Rob. Couple minutes later a cocktail napkin is tossed in front of me with an autograph, as I turned to say thanks, there stood Rob Halford himself! He asked if I wanted to come hang out at his table. Who would say no? So I slid in the booth next to Rob, KK across the table from me with one of the guys from ICON. Rob bought my drinks all night. He had regular conversation with me like he’d known me his whole life. That was my greatest brush with metal , and I’ve had many beers with rock stars in the circles I ran in back then. No one in the bands that I’ve met was as cordial as Rob Halford. What an era to be 19. (I was last year to drink at 19 in AZ) I hope to cross paths with him again here in Phx someday to pay him back My coffee cup even says “Metal God” on it. Rob Halford was drinking from it on an interview once and my GF tracked one down for me for My bday. lol
The 1st time I ever saw Judas Priest was in 1979 when they were opening up for kiss. The next day, I went and bought unleashed in the east album. Judas Priest has been my favorite band ever since.
The acoustic version. Preferably on the '98 Meltdown live album. Probably the only track Tim Owens did better than Rob Halford. It would make a nice comparison video.
The studio version of this song is truly epic. His voice was unmarred and the parts you enjoyed so much here were masterfully performed. PLEASE give that a listen, it will be on your playlist forever.
Why does she insist on reviewing the live cuts? At least this 'era' isn't terribly far distant from the album; but her "Master of Puppets" was 2012 live version for an '86 cut. 26 year gap!
I'm going to add my voice to this and agree 100 percent that the Studio version is where his voice really shines. A live performance may show the singers talents outside of the Studio...but the Clean - Precision - Studio version of this far out-shines this live performance.
There was a project called Hear n' Aid that did a song called "Stars." It featured basically every vocalist (and guitarist) of that time. In the chorus you can easily hear Rob distinctly even amongst everyone else (and there were several amazing vocalists in the group), the man simply had an unmatched vocal range and power to his voice.
That was really wicked! I'll never forget hearing it for the first time and IMMEDIATELY you hear Rob just got a whole octave or more above everyone else in the choir. It was really crazy, it's almost like he was so powerful and loud that he blew out the recording
I can't believe in 45 years she's never experienced priest!!!! Wow and even Chris Cornell.... I some times wonder about the honesty in some of these reactions
Judas Priest is my favorite band, and probably the band I have seen live the most. Their performances are amazing, including the opening bands that usually tag along. I never get tired of hearing Halford sing.
I appreciate so much miss Zharoff's open mindness towards heavy metal, as a lyrical singer, and her vast knowledge and sensibility employed in analysing the song and performance in all of its nuances, as well as the lyrics. And not any heavy metal, Rob Halford, the best of the best, god of metal! Thanks so much for another video, and if I might ask, please do a reaction to Halford's Silent Screams.
I just love the way she breaks the song down by vocals, lyrics and guitars. She is right on the money on her statements and she is reading the song perfectly. Her reactions to the things she hears seam genuine and I think that is so cool. I’ve been a metal fan most of my life and her take on this song is PRICELESS! Great job!
This. Rob is one of the coolest guys in metal. He's intelligent, articulate, self-deprecating and has a great sense of humor, especially when it comes to his love of cats. His mellow demeanor is the classic example of how metal can be a great emotional release for people as he transforms into something else entirely on stage.
I would love this. I just watched my first Tea Time video talking with Devin Townsend. I'm not really a fan of his music, but I really enjoyed the conversation anyway. He sounds like a cool guy, and it seemed like Elizabeth had a real connection with him. I'd love to see her do something like that with Rob.
That or the remastered version from Unleashed. Too bad there's no official recording of this song from the Fuel For Life tour. That was the best he ever was.
Rob Halford is a genuine great singer. The 1st time I ever saw Judas Priest is when they opened up for kiss and 79. Then I saw them a couple more times in concert. They are a great band.
as a metal guitarist, I enjoy seeing reactions from many people in this day and age. Back in the days when I played Metal music, most people thought of us as satanist without first listening to the music. Metal music is composed of Blues notes, classical notes and sometimes just freestyle playing with deep emotional lyrics that speak for itself, and a new heavy and fast note/chord progressions to tell a story most people deal with on a regular basis. Keep up with the great reactions. It makes me smile to see that, finally after over 30 years...people are realizing that Metal music is one of the best music genres in history. Cachai
You could react to the entire Sad Wings of Destiny album and I highly suggest you at least check it out on your own time. It's a masterpiece. Their first few albums are so heavy but at the same time so easy to listen to. Their first 10 albums are all instant classics. They really are an incredible band.
@Kevin E.... I've been trying to tell them exactly what you said... isn't one bad song on that Album.. ISLAND OF DOMINATION is my favorite track. As a matter of fact I can't think of one bad song on any alblum till KK left the band.. That kinda broke my heart. Their was no replacing him. In my eyes anyways. Alot of people knock Turbo. Saw that tour 3 times. Then theirs Jugulator Ripper Owens. Saw that tour 1 time hey it is what it is thought that was a decent effort. But I'm a Priest Fan for life. My all time favorite.. Have you checked out KKs Priest? I'm totally digging it...JUDAS PRIEST... MY ROCK FOREVER
@@chrisc404 If you look at my TH-cam channel you will see my actual screen name is evilfantasy. I have used that for about 16 years and it's from the song Evil Fantasies from their 1978 Killing Machine album. I've been a fan forever and they are my all time favorite! :)
The fact that Rob Halford is in his mid 60’s and can still belt out those high vocals is amazing Once you see Priests live you will be a fan for life they are the real deal
Yep..For sure. Saw Rob and JP at Hammersmith in iirc 89 or 90. Fabulous performance. Everyone on their feet, singing along, waving and being in the moment. I think Breaking the Law was my intro to their sound. He is just incredible.
The Screaming for Vengeance Tour was probably the peak live I have seen of Priest but I saw the Firepower tour 2 years ago and was blown away how good Halford still is. Also looking forward to his upcoming blues album.
I was never a huge fan (I prefered Iron Maiden), but saw them live a few years ago and could not believe how he hits those notes perfectly so many years later. And the way his hand gestures at the end of those hard ones is like "Yes! I hit it!". He made me a fan.
They are one of the greatest live bands. Make sure to catch them on this tour, I did, 7th time. Always awesome. It's Andy and Richie now but Richie is just so incredible it doesn't matter and Andy plays very well. Halford still sounds incredible. New album is awesome too.
I know you’ve mentioned Ronnie James Dio is your vocal crush currently so here is a great fact: Rob Halford has mentioned in interviews that he perceived Dio to be the “God of Metal” rather than himself. Dio was his greatest influence and Rob would listen to Dio’s music before his performances to really motivate himself and his voice.
@@lordbaddkitty www.blabbermouth.net/news/judas-priests-rob-halford-picks-ronnie-james-dio-as-his-rock-god-its-all-about-the-voice/ (This next one is mainly about Robert Plant, but it's here that Halford mentions how he listens to Dio almost every day) ultimateclassicrock.com/rob-halford-robert-plant/ www.blabbermouth.net/news/rob-halford-remembers-ronnie-james-dio-his-voice-is-still-with-us-as-it-always-will-be/ ultimateclassicrock.com/rob-halford-ronnie-james-dio/
In my opinion though, as good as Dio was, Bruce Dickinson surpassed him. While Dio leaned more into his mask as he got older, Bruce became a lot more dynamic and worked on elevating his clean vocals while still hitting piercing shrieks, much like Rob.
I think the most fun of watching all these is when you know when something big is coming up and you get to see the reaction on her face when she first experiences it. Thanks for letting us experience the first time we heard these moments vicariously through you! 😎
Agreed. Reaction videos can be fun. After listening to her break them down I am even more blown away by Rob as we pay attention to detail. Really fun. You can feel it and dont really need anybody to tell you the reasons why it is cool. But it is fun to have someone breakdown why it is so cool and elicits such emotion.
While I do agree that Rob Halford is right there at the very pinnacle of male vocalists, I have to say that Geoff Tate really gives Rob a run for his money.
I am definitely excited to watch Elizabeth's reaction to this song. Rob really displays his vocal range in this song. The dreamer/deceiver (BBC performance) it's really good!!
The BBC version unfortunately doesn't show the entire vocals of the original studio cut where he really belts out the extended notes during the song. The extended version is what Elizabeth needs to hear to understand the true full range of his vocals.
@@MrKruud yes I know exactly what you're talking about. But as far as live performances go it's really awesome. The studio cut does offer more of his range.
I'm absolutely in love with her reactions. She gets so excited about this stuff and clearly knows her stuff so well. Her excitement makes me excited about it and she makes my heart flutter.
Same here! Scorpions and Triumph were awesome too. Blazing hot in the day and frigging cold that night....(left during Van Halen cause Dave was too drunk)....
@@gaellepiorkowski6773 I love Beyond the Realms of Death. It is not an under-noticed song...it's always noted as one of the classic and most loved Priest songs..
I was still at school when I first heard this song and hearing a professional vocal coach analyze and breakdown something I grew up with just makes me really appreciate and respect you and your channel. Your talent is incredible and genuine and the best on TH-cam I have come across. I hope your channel continues to grow, you deserve it. Subscribed.
I stopped listening to Judas Priest decades ago but you’re making me appreciate Rob all over again and I wanted to say thank you. I think he was able to do more with the studio version and it might be worth listening to if you feel like checking it out.
After Painkiller there is really no reason to listen to Priest. Ever since then even with the two Ripper lps they've been chasing that sound in one way or another. Now without KK or Glenn they need to hang it up.
The US Festival is probably one of the best Judas Priest's live performances. The soundboard mix is incredible played through a room filling sound system.
I highly recommend "Dreamer/Deceiver" the BBC performance from 1975, which is a fantastic and very melodic song where Rob Halford really gets to shine vocally!
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The song,angel and before the Dawn 👌🏻
"There's No Sprinkles in Heavy Metal!." Said in Tom Hanks voice from A League of their own. There's No crying in baseball ⚾
So we talk about emotion. Judas Priest has been part of my emotion for 40 years. All that you are describing has been infused in my being through that music. When I discover that he is/was gay, what do I respond? Well, it is all emotion, yeah?
I am 51 years old listen them at grade school good Judas Priest ballad is Diamonds and Rust studio version.
@Victor Kim! I was here to suggest the same song, as a person of similar age.😉 Diamonds and Rust is a song by Joan Baez. The live performance from Epitaph DVD (on YT) features an older but not less expressive Metal God. Better outfits though if you can believe that!
Mr. Halford do you sing baratone, bass, alto or soprano?
Rob: "Yes"
He's a tenor with an awesome scream and nice "tenor fry"....no bass, Bara, alto, or sop.....
@@icanfartloud It was a joke, but thank you for playing.
@@icanfartloud he WAS a tenor
Over the 90's and officially when he put the Halford , it changed
Lol he can do it all😎
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No Auto Tune. No machines. No fancy electronic gadgets. These guys played pure metal, and blew the other bands away that day. And Halford's vocals were AMAZING!
As was his stage entrance on the Harley, popping out from underneath the drum kit, through those two Marshall stacks opening like doors 😁
@@mightyV444 It was awesome! The best metal concert ticket in the '80s was Judas Priest and Iron Maiden, if you asked me.
@@calmnsense - I agree! 😀👍
@calmnsense6097 absolutely. these two were my introduction to metal.
@@calmnsenseI believe we grew up in the best time of Rockand Roll music and metal. When musicians actually play instruments
Rob Halford has one of the most acrobatic voices of the human history.
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The recording of Victim of Changes in 'Unleashed in the East' is one of the finest live performances ever done. That whole album is just crazy great. The energy is stratospheric.
Couldn’t agree more
that is the perfect metal performance
My favourite live album but the vocals were done in a studio😩
"unleashed in the studio"
That album was fixed in the studio big time
You have to do Dreamer Deceiver live on BBC, that is the Halford's best performance, it showcases his entire range
I agree.
Run of the Mill off of Rocka Rolla is another great example of his entire range.
Start off with the painkiller music video and seizure warnings. End up at halford in that outfit on the bbc singing about looking at a willow tree.
They apparently had to tone it down a little for their Whistle Test appearance. Still great though. Beth Roars covered it some months back.
not the live version please. Rob literally holds a G5 for 20 seconds on the original version.
When she said “There is so much Metal on that stage” my heart melted.
Ummm how does John Lennon's heart melt if he isn't alive🤔
@@Markus-cx8ij 😉😉🤫
Dude, don't use that as your YT name. It's rude. Instead be creative and use something from his songs . . .
@@johnshannon9656 No thank you kind sir. Now I’m gonna “Imagine” that you don’t exist. And I’ll be “moving on”.
When I saw them in 1982 the tagline was Judas Priest has more leather and chrome than a 59 Cadillac
“Whiskey woman don’t you know that you are driving me INSAAAAAAANE!”
This is a classic from ‘76, and is essential metal. While Halford was going through some insane substance abuse that may have led to improper live vocal technique, this beast of a man still put out THIS kind of performance! Just wow. He still has a powerful multifaceted range 50 years into his career, which is mind boggling.
Halford, Dio, Dickinson are the big three tenors of heavy metal for a reason. They’re unstoppable!
Hail THE METAL GOD! And HORNS UP!
I grew up in the 90s listening to the grunge bands of that era but liking the "old" metal bands better, Metallica, Slayer, Maiden. Still like metal in all its forms, even the extreme ones. but I tried to find out how it all started and Sad Wings of Destiny - for me -seems to be one of the first more "modern" metal albums. Sin after Sin is totally insane, clearly ahead of its time. But this song is pure heavy metal, from 1976! I am quite sure that Priest, together with Sabbath shaped every other metal band to this day. It must have felt out of time listening to this in 1976...Of course there were Dio, Samson, UFO and others but they were still more rooted in rock and roll and this was like a new dimension...
Thanks to him we got power metal with EXTREMELY HIGH NOTES!
Rob Halfords the father of High Note metal singers!
@@DMXIII what is the him/her mother/father all about? I don't get it.
@@johnkrazzki6492 i would call metallica more like a copper band... but seeing IM in there! yiss!
@@DMXIII Halford's a man. An openly gay man, but still a man. Lol. HE is the Metal God. Not she 🙄
I was there. It was very hot. The previous November at the Cow Palace in San Francisco for the Vengeance tour (1982) Rob Halford had promised us that Judas Priest will be there and he invited us to join them. Judging by the size of the crowd, I'd say we all took the band up on this invitation. The size of the crowd for the Cow Palace concert was too big, also: It was MOSTLY outside the arena, it had caused 10 hours of absolute gridlock for the entire bay area. On the Oakland bay bridge - people were barbecuing, jamming tunes, tossing a frisbee around on the bridge. In that era: a Judas Priest concert would flood beyond the perimeter of ANY venue in the world. If it could pack 12 million in: 45 million would show up. It just didn't matter. This band had fans. NOBODY could ever dislike them some Priest.
im so jelous
I was there too! It was amazing and crazy, one of the best nights of my life (and you were there too:) it’s still my favorite concert and still my favorite band…🎤🎸🎧👍🏼😁
Im 57 and have loved Judas Priest since 1978. I've listened to Victim hundreds of times. Yesterday I heard it differently than I ever had. Thank you for that.
No kidding, I've always appreciated it but now it's even more of an appreciation.
Same brotha soooo much the same
@Ron Lincoln lucky you! I'm 57 too, but I didn't discover and fall in love with them until, er, 1980. But yes, totally with you on finding a new way to hear VoC. Never expected that!
Such a beautiful comment
I was a 13yo country music fan, until I heard an album just come out called defenders of the faith. Instant metal concert. Rob has the voice
"There is so much metal on this stage." Truth has never been spoken so clearly before. \m/
#spoiledbymetal
@@TheCharismaticVoice -- And we metalheads will be sure to keep you stocked with suggestions to make sure you *stay* #spoiledbymetal..... 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
Hahahahha! I almost fell out of my chair when she said that! 😂
@@TheCharismaticVoice Speaking on their stage clothing and the heaviness on stage, it was over 100 degrees on that day in San Bernardino. Can you imagine how much hotter it was in those leathers? Great video and analysis:)
She hasn't even seen him drive the Harley onto stage yet lol. Just pick any song Elizabeth, The Metal God Rob will never fail to blow you away.
I met Rob at a record store in San Diego - he was dressed in fairly normal clothes and having a chat with my boss. I didn't recognize him at first. My boss called me over and said, "Hey Daniel, come meet my friend Rob." So I went over and said hello and shook his hand. He complimented me on my Suicidal Tendencies hat. I mentioned the time I saw Suicidal open for Metallica at a racetrack in Houston. Rob says, in his accent, "It was bloody hot that day!" I was all, "Yeah, it was... wait...." And it all went blurry for a second when I realized who I was talking to.
I told him that his band Fight had surprised the hell out of me and my friends - we were expecting some Priest-meets-grunge mess, but they were tight and really won the crowd over. He was really happy to hear that and we talked for a good half-hour about all kinds of music. What a laid-back, interesting dude.
Rob Halford is just amazing. Personally my favorite judas priests song is "the sentinel". Really shows of rob singing and both glenn and kk guitar playing.
He knows his ability, and just has fun vocally jumping around.
Rob just sings all the voices.
Me too, Sentinel is the Magnum Opus
The Sentinel off Priest Live is awesome!
that whole album and the solos.
Black Sabbath forged heavy metal, Judas Priest polished it.
LOVE your comment.
Sabbath, Zeppelin, and Deep Purple forged it, and went on to inspire a lot of other artists.
No mate totally wrong ..budgie influenced everyone ask any band mate .and uriah heep both before priest .not that priest are awesome ..if it wasn't for budgie you wouldn't have the metal you got .END
Birmingham made them both.
Great comment. Very well put
Elizabeth: You are the best vocal reaction channel I have found on TH-cam. No one else delves into the lyrical content and its relevance to the song like you do. You have a great gift in your ability to articulate your thoughts, which in turn makes you a great teacher. You deserve all your successes, and I hope your channel continues to grow.
Elizabeth would mention that Julia Nilon is really good too.
Totally agree !!! I love the song, of course, and I love the analysis !
Rebecca Vocal Athlete is better. Less talking over the songs and less words to make a point. Just my take. You don't have to agree. BethRoars is awesome too
@@FranchiseSIX5 I like all 4 of them. Elizabeth is the only one with alot of touring under her belt and 2 music degrees. she can break down music too.
Well said, Mateo!
I was AT that show. Still feel the energy in that performance, never gets old.
Love watching younger generations "discover" Judas Priest.
You'll never understand Priest unless you've been there. I honestly hate all these videos, personally. Not because of Priest, it's just not even close to being there. I'd rather have the studio version here. Anyway, one of the best live bands ever. You can tell who's been there when they talk about it, put it that way.
I first saw them live back in 2011 and I was so thrilled to see that song live, man. It's my fav from good ol' Priest. They also played it live on Monsters of Rock (São Paulo, 2015)
Rob is so damn great, wow
Wow you were @ the most popular festival in the early 80's, you must've seen some great acts that day
If you were a True Rocker and lived anywhere in California you were there that day
😊\m/
🙏
Yeah, that concert series was a fabulous setup. Friday punk, Saturday metal, Sunday rock, I think that's how it went. This was the second time I saw priest and never missed a tour until marriage kabashed that in 2000s. I will always believe there were none better than rob the closest in my opinion is Robert plant. They wail with heart and soul. Impeccable. I just turned 68 and listen to and sing along with priest to this day because once you've got it in your blood there's no ignoring it.
Rob Halford and Judas Priest are so metal that they would rust if they stood out in the rain. 😎👍
Diamonds and Rust
They are chrome masters, steel warriors!
"Like tears in rain" - says Roy Batty, Rob's mirror image. Who knows, maybe Androids also rust in rain.
stained class
The entire Sad Wings album is a masterpiece.
Totally agree 👍🏻
Had 2 vinyl copies as first one was worn out Waht is nuts was when Priest came to NZ Auckland an 8 hour drive so many of the Wellington youth Metal scene were there in tribute to their childhood to what their parents bought them up on and these kids played Faster and heavier then anything I had heard as a teenager
It's their best pre Screaming For Vengeance album
Yes
That, Rocka Rolla, and Sin after Sin.
Rob Halfords voice is phenomenal in Victim of Changes!
In Freeweel burning is also a great vocal
His voice is so much better in old Priest. Search up Diamonds and Rust AOL Sessions here on TH-cam. It’s acoustic and it is Fantastic! Video quality isn’t great but vocals are perfect. Want something else check out the scorpions and Sails of Charon and Klaus’s voice!
album version is equally great. I know people get all high on the live version, but don't forget the original!
One thing I love about Judas Priest is not matter what, you can count on Ian Hill to be standing in the back just rocking out on his bass. He always looks like he enjoys his job. The entire US Festival show looks so amazing.
Ian Hill was never going to be Steve Harris, so he just settled down to be a steady foundation. You can tell he's one of us who doesn't care at all about guitarists and vocalists getting the entire spotlight. We just kick back near the drummer and sit in the groove.
One of the most stable things in my life. Ian at the back chopping wood. ❤️
I have such a soft spot for Ian Hill for this exact reason. He just quietly gets on with his job, and seems to love it. Rock solid.
Same with Cliff Williams from AC/DC. Just hold down the rhythm.
But Cliff does go up and do backing vocals.
@@pete-ph5xc Don't underestimate Ian Hill.. He kicks ass.
Steve Harris is... Steve Harris. Most of his bass lines are 80% the same.
I like both bands. But, Priest beats Maiden in a battle of the bands. Song for song, they'r too heavy for Maiden.
I've watched a LOT of your reviews and I think the thing I love the most is your genuine excitement over what you're hearing. It's like watching a kid unwrap a Christmas present.
Thank you for what you do!
the excitement is obviously fake
Agreed. I love watching other people enjoy something for the first time.
This makes her by far my most favorite "reactor." Because not only is her reaction to metal, some for the first time, so nice to see, unlike most reactors she actually has so much to say that's validating and appreciative and informed on the subject of music and voice as an instrument.
I'd love to see you interview Rob Halford.
Yes! He may even be available.
I’m a huge Priest fan, have been for decades. To this day one of my favorite tunes is a simple ditty called “Desert Plains.” It just kicks all kinds of ass, IMO. A unique love song. Pure Priest.
Are you high?? Woooooooh I'll make you higher!
There are SOOOOOOOO many great Priest tunes and Desert Plains is one of my top ten!
Live version of Desert Plains takes you to another plain.... Simple but powerful song.
Desert Plains, and also Devil's Child are fantastic songs but lack a lot of punch on their studio versions. Both were played too slow.
But pumped up during the live gigs of vengeance, defenders tour, and fuel for life, they were fkn awesome.
The high notes/crowd interaction on Desert Plains is brilliant.
And the vengeance 82 version of Devil's Child is just pure gold.
Yes! Sad Wings of Destiny is my favorite Judas Priest album and this is one of their best songs! 🤘😈🔥
One of the best rock albums ever
I agree. I think "Dreamer Deceiver" / "Deceiver" is sung by Rob unbelievably. But “Victims of Changes” is also incomparable.
In 1976 they didn't even get gold for the album ...
@@Sandmann6627777 I still have my first pressing vinyl. I play my classic vinyl once a year. Just to remember. Just to hear that warm fuzzy static and occasional pop
We are family. Priest is it for me. Metal gets no better. Iron Maiden is way below Priest for me.
@@RedCornerMovies I don't get why people insist on pitting bands against each other. There's no need for that. Let's just enjoy great music. No need to make it a competition. Sure, I prefer Priest but I also enjoy Iron Maiden. Other bands I don't like, doesn't make any of those above or below one another.
He's glad his mother made him take opera lessons, it paid off.
I really have to commend you, most classically trained singers, at least the ones I know, turn their noses away from rock or metal music. But you think outside of the box. Not only that, when I watch you....... I can tell that you are really appreciative of artistry of all kinds. Good for you!
beyond the realms of death really shows off his vocal range and diverse vocal style.
Completely agreed, this is, with Dreamer Deceiver, one of the best ballads ever.
Sorry to duplicate your suggestion... I hadn't seen yours yet.
Absolutely couldn't agree more
No live versions unfortunately
@@stanimirivanov4052 hummm...I think that there are almost a dozen of them.
I love how you said Rob “seems like a good friend!” My friends have met him, and he was instantly relatable and even hugged them. I’m still getting over not having been there with them!
I can imagine that you also wanted to be there. And I can confirm what your friends said. I talked to him (and his guitarist) backstage for 15-20 minutes when he was touring with his own band. He was friendly and easy to talk to. We talked about being musicians, playing live, ... When he walked in he said "Hi, I'm Rob Halford, the Metal God" in a half joking way with a smile. I also remember that he wanted to talk longer but someone from management was annoyed and passed by several times to remind Rob that he had something scheduled.
Halford has always been humble and approachable. Clearly, rare in the metal world. Glad it was a sensational experience for them.
A buffet waiter once told me that he had served Rob one time and that Rob was one of the nicest customers he's ever had.
I have had a similar experience with Rob. Good guy and a true "metal god."
My wife and I met the band in '05, and all of them (and Rob in particular), were very warm and gracious. Really a nice experience.
I was there in 1983! The US Festival concert was the greatest group of rockers ever!!
I was there as well! My Great Teenage Roadtrip, and it turned me into a Metalhead.
@@gridlore I was there too front rows!!
It is sooo validating to hear a professional opera singer echo the sentiments I have about Halford's voice, after all these years of wondering how he'd be perceived by one. Wonderful to hear this music being properly analyzed.
Absolutely!
Wazzup. I'm 60 just watched your analysis of Victim of Changes with my 19 year old daughter. First I have to say she stayed awake through the whole video. I used to put her to sleep playing Judas when she was a baby. That being said... I was tearing up enjoying your direction of the performance. From interactions to performance, of Rob's incredible vocal control while still communicating emotions. You blew me away with your extensive knowledge of physical vocalizations along with your appreciation for their stage performance ( did I see some groupie expressions during your analysis?)
We also watched your analysisez of Dio with Sabbath and Bruce from Maiden. I pray my daughter Tayza gained an appreciation for all that goes into a performance.
These guys really put forth an amazing effort to present fr#ggin awesome performances with each show.
Just thanking you for making a podcast like yours. Thank you.🥰
I was going to make almost word for word the same comment before I read yours, man 🙂
Their cover of Diamonds and Rust is simply AMAZING! His best singing (IMO) the song is so haunting and beautiful!
Love their original, as well as their "cleaned up" version they started doing live
The acoustic is amazing
one of my favs
Never knew that was a cover.
@@garrett6064 was originally done by Joan Baez
Halford was asked who his top three vocalists were. He replied Dio, Dickinson, and Plant...
Presumably because he couldn't choose himself.
He even said a few times that he takes much inspiration from Dio and chose him as his Rock God.
That speaks much about the Metal God's humility :)
I'm sure Bruce would name Dio and Halford too, to be fair. and also any metal tenor who doesn't name Dio probably isn't great lol
@@jedinxf7 Bruce has, in his autobiography as well as in an interview or two, consistently praised Dio and Ian Gillan as his 2 primary influences.
He is so good.
"Oh that was gorgeous" @22:14
You miss Robs absolute delight when he knows he nailed it. It is as you say gorgeous ❤
Love your videos
Elizabeth : "I understand that Rob is a Metal God"
Us: "METAL GODS! OH OH OH!"
She should also react to Electric Eye - live in this same US festival '83. Rob walking into the stage like a King as he starts the song. That just cemented his position as the Metal God.
METAL GODS... YES!!
You should also react to singer Julia Victoria singing Allen do Rio Azul！ Amazing focal control. Really love to hear your reactions.... among all the reactions, you have provided the best in-depth comments. Love it！
"Us"? Bold of you to assume that.
Me: No, THE metal god. ;)
She said Rob is A metal god. No. He is "THE" metal god!!!
No lemmy of Motörhead is god then halford then dio. . Trinity haha
@@Tony-hg9kc Okay okay. Lemmy, Rob, Dio, and Ozzy.
Only Judas Priest made a song named "Metal Gods". Which is one of my favorite metal grinding songs out there. Kinda says it all.
@@jeffreyclifton9928 Dio, Rob and Dickinson
@@maryannerazzano7692 Dickenson is nowhere close
Nobody ever reacts to Here Comes the Tears and I think it's one of Rob's best vocal performances
That, and Heroes End.
Yeah that’s my favorite priest album and it barely gets any recognition. Sinner my fave priest song
His screaming/wailing is so emotional. Really fits the song. He's not the Metal God for nothing.
@@davidbarrows8833 Me too. It's in my top 5 albums for sure.
Absolutely right. Here come tears is just magnificent.
Rob is certainly one the most talented vocalist to ever walk this planet. He said in an interview that nothing effects his voice. Incredible.
I had the pleasure of seeing them live in 2015, and he was phenomenal. 64 years old and he was still nailing the high screams in this song. I distinctly remember the eerie silence as everyone made their way out of the arena. Legitimately left the audience speechless. All hail the metal god!
Rob Halford....the most incredible voice in metal. I loved him since 1980.
"Before the Dawn" ...under rated and under appreciated. Great vocal showcase for Halford.
Definitely a solid and somewhat atypical vocal from Halford, but the solo is the star of that song!!
Yes, from the US festival 83! I'm dating myself, but I was there about 40 feet from the stage. Priest has always been my favorite!!
I was there too! Probably another 50 feet behind you. Good weekend.
@@VGKDean Lucky bastards.
@@VGKDean Damn... Small world!! Amazing show and so glad we got to witness this amazing event!
@@JeffreyTheTaylor I think tickets were about $25 back then lol
Van Halen, Scorpions, Triumph, Judas Priest, Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot and Motley Crue
@@VGKDean I saw that tour also.
"Before the Dawn" is probably one of the most sincere versions of Halfords voice imo.
Was my favorite tune when I was 16 or so, still way up there!
Yeah. Before the Dawn, Epitaph, and Last Rose of Summer are likely Halford's healthiest vocals. They show a glimpse of his full voice in a healthy light. It's a nice light lyric instrument that's clearly strong as an ox.
Halford made a comment after he left Priest that if he had to do it all over again, he would have sung opera, like Pavarotti.... though clearly he meant Bjorling 'cause he wanted to be taken seriously.
I LOVE THAT SONG, K.K.'s guitar solo on it is one of the MOST BEAUTIFUL guitar solos EVER
Try their cover of 'Diamonds and Rust', the Joan Baez song.
The Video from the Epitaph-World-Tour 😁👍
Yessss
Just legendary! Excellent choice!
Indeed ... the studio version.
There's an acoustic version that is really good.
More metal than one stage can handle. PURE HEAVY METAL!
It's really worthwhile to listen to the original studio version to get the full effect of this song. Being live, Rob actually limited his range a little here.
YES!! The ending in studio version is DEFINITIVE.
I cry always. But it has to be the studio verion, or else it wont work.. =P
The studio version is terrific. He really shows the amazing quality of his voice in the quiet section.
While l understand what you're saying about a polished studio version, it also represents a snapshot in time in when they cut it. Many artists say that songs are dynamic and always changing with time, sort of like language. So in that light, seeing live song performance is vitally important also. Further, many song elements often don't make a final studio cut for whatever reason the choice was when cut. Live performance can often allow fuller, fleshed out renditions. Even further, seeing the facial expressions and body motions, the "theatrics" involved in making the song, lend a lot to the overall experience. This is no exception, seeing Rob sing and dance adds extra emphasis to the vocals you wouldn't get from an audio only play, even if every note choice and embellishment in the live isn't the exact same as the one time snapshot of the studio version. Just my opinion is all.
@@kevinkesterson1806 Both versions are valid. Live for his performance and presence, but the studio version is more focused on the vocal performance. As to extended versions, I think of it like movies. When watching the extended director's cut of a movie, I often come to the conclusion that the reason the restored parts were edited out in the original cut was because it doesn't really add anything. If Elizabeth wants a full appreciation of what Halford is capable of as a vocalist, I think hearing the studio version would be time well spent.
"I want to go back and catch this scream again, it sounds painful"! How many times have us Halfords fans have said those exact words... 😆
Hell yeah, so happy you checked this one out after Painkiller. If you really want to see Halford's range, check out the Live 1975 version of Dreamer Deceiver. Amazing song.
Gotta say it is very compelling to see/hear someone with deep classical training venture across the tracks in a committed way and express genuine appreciation for some very un-studied yet still classic hard rock. Fascinating.
I highly appreciate that educated and experienced vocalist take a time to not only react but analyze metal music.
It's really rare for "classical" musician to respect metal music. IMO.
I really love that you spend time to understand type of music which may be farther from your comfort zone.
That's typically due to them not bothering to give it a chance, to be frank. It's not "refined" typically but it doesn't need to be, and there are so many talented vocalists in metal.
I agree. And she's so articulate and insightful with tecnique, style, lyrical content, all of it. I love watching her genuinely fall in love with what we already know is brilliant
I used to spend A LOT of time around professional classically trained musicians. Sadly, it’s true what you stated. Many will listen to other sorts of music, but it’s mostly ‘beneath’ them. The way I see it was that many of these classically trained musicians are taught to think one way and one way only, do not deviate from the path taught to them. Where as many other types of music, especially heavy metal, is about thinking outside the box and doing the unconventional.
Meanwhile a ton of metal musicians ironically love classical music lol
Rob's not "A Metal God ", he's "THE Metal God". Great video!
Yeah I caught that too You’re absolutely right METAl GOD !!!
Rob is an Archangel. Lemmy is God....lol get a grip.
@@1969bones69 haha you're a fool, Lemmy has no voice compared to Rob Halford's vocal power, The Metal God is Rob Halford
@@gabogarcia8815 “Lemmy is god” is a movie reference. Humor.
Thanks for diving into the metal genre and giving these talents the recognition that they deserve. As an opera singer, doing what you're doing, you're bringing some real credibility to these artists. Don't stop!
I was at this show, when I was 14. Amazing . Something you have to experience, in person, with the energy jn the crowd..unforgettable. ..also, ignore any nay sayers, you are gorgeous
I can't stop watching you geek out on these performances. You're so infectious and a total music nerd, which in turn is soupy cool. I can't imagine that ever fading... only blossoming into something greater.
Give "Freewheel Burning" a listen. There's a section of the song where Rob sings the lyrics at a tremendous speed. It just blows my mind every time I hear it.
That song gives me speeding tickets 😂
In my top 3 Priest songs by far. 'Defenders of the Faith' is one of their best albums
Seriously. It's almost Eminem fast and it comes out of nowhere
@@boostfrog ah! A fellow man of culture 😊
I have never been able to keep up with that, even when reading the lyrics at the time
There's something so rewarding about watching someone hear Rob Halford for the 1st time (or 2nd in this case lol). I've been listening to him since 1984 (when I was in 6th grade) and am still blown away by him (and the entire band).
got you beat by 2 years, i still remember when my brother brought home "screaming for vengeance" and i couldnt agree with you more, still listen to judas 3-4 times a week
Awesome video.I have seen Judas Priest 5 times.Best band ever.I enjoy your video Victim of Changes.Powerful .
So much power in his voice through his entire freakish range. Truly incredible and unique.
King Diamond when?love your videos,congrats again for Devin interview,was so good
"Electric Eye" is one of my favorites by Rob Halfords!!! He is a great performer!!!
Rob Halford is one of the most genuinely nice guys in metal. In 1986 I went to a local rock bar on a Wednesday night, which was a slow night. (I live in Phx, as did/does Rob) I knew a girl who cut all the local bands hair, and she was hanging out with Rob and KK at another table. (and local bands Surgical Steel, a Priest cover band, and ICON) I asked if she’d get me an autograph from Rob.
Couple minutes later a cocktail napkin is tossed in front of me with an autograph, as I turned to say thanks, there stood Rob Halford himself! He asked if I wanted to come hang out at his table. Who would say no? So I slid in the booth next to Rob, KK across the table from me with one of the guys from ICON. Rob bought my drinks all night. He had regular conversation with me like he’d known me his whole life. That was my greatest brush with metal , and I’ve had many beers with rock stars in the circles I ran in back then. No one in the bands that I’ve met was as cordial as Rob Halford. What an era to be 19. (I was last year to drink at 19 in AZ) I hope to cross paths with him again here in Phx someday to pay him back
My coffee cup even says “Metal God” on it. Rob Halford was drinking from it on an interview once and my GF tracked one down for me for My bday. lol
The 1st time I ever saw Judas Priest was in 1979 when they were opening up for kiss. The next day, I went and bought unleashed in the east album. Judas Priest has been my favorite band ever since.
Rob was sick during this show. That alone says how awesome Rob really is.
And it shows. It wasn't a good performance.
Possibly still carrying a sinus infection from around the time of the Memphis '82 gig.
I'd love to hear you review Priest's cover of the Joan Baez classic "Diamonds & Rust", it really is a stunning cover.
on both electric and acoustic, beautiful song!
Id love for her to listen to that song as well. believe she'll catch the last word from it at the start of the video.
Especially on their greatest album, "Unleashed in the East!"
This
The acoustic version. Preferably on the '98 Meltdown live album.
Probably the only track Tim Owens did better than Rob Halford.
It would make a nice comparison video.
The studio version of this song is truly epic. His voice was unmarred and the parts you enjoyed so much here were masterfully performed. PLEASE give that a listen, it will be on your playlist forever.
Why does she insist on reviewing the live cuts? At least this 'era' isn't terribly far distant from the album; but her "Master of Puppets" was 2012 live version for an '86 cut. 26 year gap!
Yes I agree! The studio version is the original vision for the song❤👍
I'm going to add my voice to this and agree 100 percent that the Studio version is where his voice really shines. A live performance may show the singers talents outside of the Studio...but the Clean - Precision - Studio version of this far out-shines this live performance.
Exactly 💯
yup its on mine
There was a project called Hear n' Aid that did a song called "Stars." It featured basically every vocalist (and guitarist) of that time. In the chorus you can easily hear Rob distinctly even amongst everyone else (and there were several amazing vocalists in the group), the man simply had an unmatched vocal range and power to his voice.
That was really wicked! I'll never forget hearing it for the first time and IMMEDIATELY you hear Rob just got a whole octave or more above everyone else in the choir. It was really crazy, it's almost like he was so powerful and loud that he blew out the recording
Yeah he's a freak. He kept the full range of his voice for years too.
It's called "We're Stars". I have the single.
Who'll cry for the children?
I literally can't wait for this reaction! You have picked one of the best examples of Rob Halford's talent with this one. Yes!!!!!!
I can't believe in 45 years she's never experienced priest!!!!
Wow and even Chris Cornell....
I some times wonder about the honesty in some of these reactions
Ok, you are now ready to react to King Diamond "Sleepless Nights" Live at the Fillmore! Love the channel!
Judas Priest is my favorite band, and probably the band I have seen live the most. Their performances are amazing, including the opening bands that usually tag along. I never get tired of hearing Halford sing.
I appreciate so much miss Zharoff's open mindness towards heavy metal, as a lyrical singer, and her vast knowledge and sensibility employed in analysing the song and performance in all of its nuances, as well as the lyrics.
And not any heavy metal, Rob Halford, the best of the best, god of metal!
Thanks so much for another video, and if I might ask, please do a reaction to Halford's Silent Screams.
I just love the way she breaks the song down by vocals, lyrics and guitars. She is right on the money on her statements and she is reading the song perfectly. Her reactions to the things she hears seam genuine and I think that is so cool. I’ve been a metal fan most of my life and her take on this song is PRICELESS! Great job!
I’m thinking “Tea Time With Rob Halford”....Please 😁
This. Rob is one of the coolest guys in metal. He's intelligent, articulate, self-deprecating and has a great sense of humor, especially when it comes to his love of cats. His mellow demeanor is the classic example of how metal can be a great emotional release for people as he transforms into something else entirely on stage.
I think that he would be completely into it.
I would love this. I just watched my first Tea Time video talking with Devin Townsend. I'm not really a fan of his music, but I really enjoyed the conversation anyway. He sounds like a cool guy, and it seemed like Elizabeth had a real connection with him. I'd love to see her do something like that with Rob.
Definitely!
He actually loves tea as well!
When I first heard "Victim of Changes" on the album Sad Wings of Destiny, I was blown away. This by far is the best version.
It's awesome on the album Unleashed In The East as well! Live album.
Totally agree 💯
That or the remastered version from Unleashed.
Too bad there's no official recording of this song from the Fuel For Life tour. That was the best he ever was.
@@AB-80X The deluxe Turbo release a few years back has a full concert from the tour, and that Victim of Changes is KILLER as well!
Best version from their classic era imo. My absolute favorite version was at Seminole Hard Rock Arena
Rob Halford is a genuine great singer. The 1st time I ever saw Judas Priest is when they opened up for kiss and 79. Then I saw them a couple more times in concert. They are a great band.
as a metal guitarist, I enjoy seeing reactions from many people in this day and age. Back in the days when I played Metal music, most people thought of us as satanist without first listening to the music. Metal music is composed of Blues notes, classical notes and sometimes just freestyle playing with deep emotional lyrics that speak for itself, and a new heavy and fast note/chord progressions to tell a story most people deal with on a regular basis. Keep up with the great reactions. It makes me smile to see that, finally after over 30 years...people are realizing that Metal music is one of the best music genres in history. Cachai
You could react to the entire Sad Wings of Destiny album and I highly suggest you at least check it out on your own time. It's a masterpiece. Their first few albums are so heavy but at the same time so easy to listen to. Their first 10 albums are all instant classics. They really are an incredible band.
That's actually a fantastic idea. :-)
Sin After Sin as well. She would never expect to hear something like "Last rose of summer"
@@Nazman06 Starbreaker is such a good song. One of my all time favorites from any of their albums.
@Kevin E.... I've been trying to tell them exactly what you said... isn't one bad song on that Album.. ISLAND OF DOMINATION is my favorite track. As a matter of fact I can't think of one bad song on any alblum till KK left the band.. That kinda broke my heart. Their was no replacing him. In my eyes anyways. Alot of people knock Turbo. Saw that tour 3 times. Then theirs Jugulator Ripper Owens. Saw that tour 1 time hey it is what it is thought that was a decent effort. But I'm a Priest Fan for life. My all time favorite.. Have you checked out KKs Priest? I'm totally digging it...JUDAS PRIEST... MY ROCK FOREVER
@@chrisc404 If you look at my TH-cam channel you will see my actual screen name is evilfantasy. I have used that for about 16 years and it's from the song Evil Fantasies from their 1978 Killing Machine album. I've been a fan forever and they are my all time favorite! :)
The fact that Rob Halford is in his mid 60’s and can still belt out those high vocals is amazing
Once you see Priests live you will be a fan for life they are the real deal
He's 69, I think it's safe to say he's past his mid 60s. One might even say he's entered his best year.
Yep..For sure. Saw Rob and JP at Hammersmith in iirc 89 or 90. Fabulous performance. Everyone on their feet, singing along, waving and being in the moment. I think Breaking the Law was my intro to their sound. He is just incredible.
The Screaming for Vengeance Tour was probably the peak live I have seen of Priest but I saw the Firepower tour 2 years ago and was blown away how good Halford still is. Also looking forward to his upcoming blues album.
I was never a huge fan (I prefered Iron Maiden), but saw them live a few years ago and could not believe how he hits those notes perfectly so many years later. And the way his hand gestures at the end of those hard ones is like "Yes! I hit it!". He made me a fan.
They are one of the greatest live bands. Make sure to catch them on this tour, I did, 7th time. Always awesome. It's Andy and Richie now but Richie is just so incredible it doesn't matter and Andy plays very well. Halford still sounds incredible. New album is awesome too.
I know you’ve mentioned Ronnie James Dio is your vocal crush currently so here is a great fact: Rob Halford has mentioned in interviews that he perceived Dio to be the “God of Metal” rather than himself. Dio was his greatest influence and Rob would listen to Dio’s music before his performances to really motivate himself and his voice.
Reference, please. This is important.
Fantastic !!! Dio had a wonderful voice
True, I have also read that
@@lordbaddkitty www.blabbermouth.net/news/judas-priests-rob-halford-picks-ronnie-james-dio-as-his-rock-god-its-all-about-the-voice/
(This next one is mainly about Robert Plant, but it's here that Halford mentions how he listens to Dio almost every day)
ultimateclassicrock.com/rob-halford-robert-plant/
www.blabbermouth.net/news/rob-halford-remembers-ronnie-james-dio-his-voice-is-still-with-us-as-it-always-will-be/
ultimateclassicrock.com/rob-halford-ronnie-james-dio/
In my opinion though, as good as Dio was, Bruce Dickinson surpassed him. While Dio leaned more into his mask as he got older, Bruce became a lot more dynamic and worked on elevating his clean vocals while still hitting piercing shrieks, much like Rob.
"There is so much metal on this stage." I love it. This era of Priest is epic vocally.
I think the most fun of watching all these is when you know when something big is coming up and you get to see the reaction on her face when she first experiences it. Thanks for letting us experience the first time we heard these moments vicariously through you! 😎
Agreed. Reaction videos can be fun.
After listening to her break them down I am even more blown away by Rob as we pay attention to detail. Really fun. You can feel it and dont really need anybody to tell you the reasons why it is cool. But it is fun to have someone breakdown why it is so cool and elicits such emotion.
Perfect analysis...Rob is just incredible as a Human, and as a performer!
Yeah and he loves men's ring pieces, some human.
Pavarotti raved about Rob Halford he said in an interview that Rob Halford was the greatest male vocalist of the century.
I didn't know that.
Legend has it that Pavarotti died because he attempted to sing this song at a Karaoke bar.
@@drtenma3744 legendary!
While I do agree that Rob Halford is right there at the very pinnacle of male vocalists, I have to say that Geoff Tate really gives Rob a run for his money.
@@jeffreyclifton9928 Geoff Tate and Ronnie James Dio
I am definitely excited to watch Elizabeth's reaction to this song. Rob really displays his vocal range in this song. The dreamer/deceiver (BBC performance) it's really good!!
The BBC version unfortunately doesn't show the entire vocals of the original studio cut where he really belts out the extended notes during the song. The extended version is what Elizabeth needs to hear to understand the true full range of his vocals.
@@MrKruud yes I know exactly what you're talking about. But as far as live performances go it's really awesome. The studio cut does offer more of his range.
I'm absolutely in love with her reactions. She gets so excited about this stuff and clearly knows her stuff so well. Her excitement makes me excited about it and she makes my heart flutter.
There is so much metal on that stage. Truer words never spoken.
Awesome, Elizabeth! I was there on that blazing hot, insane day. They stole the show!
Same here! Scorpions and Triumph were awesome too. Blazing hot in the day and frigging cold that night....(left during Van Halen cause Dave was too drunk)....
@@joecaruso9990 Left early also for the same reason. (& agree about Triumph & the Scorps, so great)
@@joecaruso9990 Scorpion's Klaus Meine and Triumph's Rik Emmet are amazing vocal performances as well!
Can't wait! Another song to react could be Beyond the Realms of Death, I'm sure you'll love it :D
YES!!! I agree on this one, also. A very under-noticed song. So sad, but such a great vocal performance
@@gaellepiorkowski6773 I love Beyond the Realms of Death. It is not an under-noticed song...it's always noted as one of the classic and most loved Priest songs..
@@ferox965 of course. But these reaction channels tend not to do it usually.
THIS! This is the one I've repeatedly asked for! And what a live cut here, too! You can't stop Halford; you can only hope to contain him. \v/ LUV \v/
Life is complete now she has done this version 😍
Rob Halford's voice just keeps getting stronger. Listen to his holiday album Winter Songs to hear the true beauty of his ranges and songwriting.
I was still at school when I first heard this song and hearing a professional vocal coach analyze and breakdown something I grew up with just makes me really appreciate and respect you and your channel. Your talent is incredible and genuine and the best on TH-cam I have come across. I hope your channel continues to grow, you deserve it. Subscribed.
I stopped listening to Judas Priest decades ago but you’re making me appreciate Rob all over again and I wanted to say thank you. I think he was able to do more with the studio version and it might be worth listening to if you feel like checking it out.
Agreed. This is definitely not my favorite version.
I'm going to add to this as well, not my favorite version of this. Check out the studio version.
Why would you stop listening to Judas Priest? Is that even aloud?
@@thisaccount816 Exactly. One should never stop listening to Judas Priest (at least the old stuff)!
After Painkiller there is really no reason to listen to Priest. Ever since then even with the two Ripper lps they've been chasing that sound in one way or another. Now without KK or Glenn they need to hang it up.
There is so much metal on this stage!
Understatement of the century
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No better voice when he was in his prime. And he’s still pretty damn good today. My favourite vocalist.
I recommend the track "Green Manaleeshi" from Unleashed in the East. It's live as well but that particular performance is legendary
This whole album is great. Unleashed and Point of Entry are best in my opinion. But the others are no duds either.
And the Peter Green/Fleetwood Mac original. He also did the original Black Magic Woman with that band.
I never knew that you needed my love so bad
The US Festival is probably one of the best Judas Priest's live performances. The soundboard mix is incredible played through a room filling sound system.
They taped the show in Memphis on the same leg of this tour. It has great quality too.
This is as good as the Unleashed version to me. So glad I got to see them a few times in their prime.
I love the beautiful expression on this beautiful woman's face amazing
I highly recommend "Dreamer/Deceiver" the BBC performance from 1975, which is a fantastic and very melodic song where Rob Halford really gets to shine vocally!
I think that the album version is even better.
Thanks for that. Its great seeing someone get Rob. He has been one of the biggest influences on my life. Great Human
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The best version of this song is on the live album 'Unleashed In The East'.
HELL YES IT IS...
It really is.
I think "Live in Dortmund '83" is the best and most powerful version of this masterpiece 😎
I agree
Absolutely.
Rob is definitely one of the vocalist who sets the standard. And thank you Rob for coming out and being proud of who and what you are. Much respect.
Halford rules. The Unleashed in the East version of this track will always be the gold standard. 💕