Are you ready to prove you’re a true metalhead? Dive into the world of Judas Priest and see how well you know one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time! From their iconic albums and epic tours to their legendary lineup changes, this quiz will test your knowledge on everything Priest.
Test Your Judas Priest Knowledge Quiz
Question 1 |
Who was Judas Priest's drummer from 1979 to 1989?
Scott Travis | |
Les Binks | |
Alan Moore | |
Dave Holland | |
Simon Phillips |
Question 1 Explanation:
Dave Holland was Judas Priest's drummer for a decade, from 1979 to 1989.
Question 2 |
In which year did Judas Priest win a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance?
2005 | |
2006 | |
2010 | |
2012 | |
2003 |
Question 2 Explanation:
Judas Priest won a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2010.
Question 3 |
Which of the following is one of the earliest bands that influenced the formation of Judas Priest, as mentioned in their history?
Deep Purple | |
Black Sabbath | |
Led Zeppelin | |
Queen | |
The Beatles |
Question 3 Explanation:
Black Sabbath is mentioned as an early influence, particularly when Judas Priest guitarist Ernest Chataway played with them during their Earth era.
Question 4 |
Which album was the first to feature Judas Priest’s now-famous leather-and-studs image?
Sin After Sin | |
Stained Class | |
Killing Machine | |
British Steel | |
Rocka Rolla |
Question 4 Explanation:
"Killing Machine" marked the debut of Judas Priest’s famous leather-and-studs image, which became iconic in heavy metal.
Question 5 |
Which album includes a cover of Joan Baez's song "Diamonds & Rust"?
Sad Wings of Destiny | |
Sin After Sin | |
Stained Class | |
Rocka Rolla | |
British Steel |
Question 5 Explanation:
Judas Priest covered Joan Baez's "Diamonds & Rust" on their 1977 album "Sin After Sin."
Question 6 |
Which Judas Priest album featured the use of guitar synthesizers?
British Steel | |
Screaming for Vengeance | |
Turbo | |
Ram It Down | |
Painkiller |
Question 6 Explanation:
The Turbo album (1986) introduced guitar synthesizers to Judas Priest's music, giving it a more mainstream sound.
Question 7 |
During which concert did Rob Halford have an accident involving a motorbike on stage?
US Festival, 1983 | |
Toronto, 1991 | |
Live Aid, 1985 | |
Rock in Rio, 1990 | |
Heavy Metal Parking Lot, 1986 |
Question 7 Explanation:
In Toronto, 1991, Rob Halford crashed his motorbike into a drum riser, but finished the set before going to the hospital.
Question 8 |
Which bands opened for Judas Priest during their 1990 "Painkiller" tour?
Pantera and Sepultura | |
Black Sabbath and Quiet Riot | |
Iron Maiden and Motörhead | |
Metallica and Slayer | |
Van Halen and Ozzy Osbourne |
Question 8 Explanation:
The 1990 "Painkiller" tour featured opening acts like Pantera, Sepultura, and Megadeth, emphasizing the band's heavy metal dominance.
Question 9 |
Which documentary covered the 1990 court case involving Judas Priest?
Priest in Court | |
Metal on Trial | |
Dream Deceivers | |
Better Than You | |
Breaking the Court |
Question 9 Explanation:
"Dream Deceivers: The Story Behind James Vance Vs. Judas Priest" is a documentary covering the infamous court case.
Question 10 |
Which of these bands performed a medley to introduce Judas Priest at the VH1 Rock Honors?
Metallica | |
Megadeth | |
Godsmack | |
Slayer | |
Iron Maiden |
Question 10 Explanation:
Godsmack performed a medley of "Electric Eye," "Victim of Changes," and "Hell Bent for Leather" during the VH1 Rock Honors.
Question 11 |
What was the theme of Judas Priest’s 2008 concept album?
Greek mythology | |
Nostradamus | |
The Bible | |
The future | |
King Arthur |
Question 11 Explanation:
The 2008 album "Nostradamus" was a concept album based on the life of the famous 16th-century French seer.
Question 12 |
Judas Priest performed with which "American Idol" finalist during the Season 10 finale?
Adam Lambert | |
James Durbin | |
Kris Allen | |
David Cook | |
Caleb Johnson |
Question 12 Explanation:
Judas Priest performed with James Durbin during the Season 10 finale of "American Idol."
There are 12 questions to complete.
