Painkiller

Album · Released 17 September 1990

Painkiller

Scott Travis's opening drum attack leaves little doubt about the intentions of Painkiller. Judas Priest make speed and impact central to the record, then give the guitars and Rob Halford enough freedom to push that intensity further. The result is extravagant, occasionally ridiculous and extremely convincing. The title track is the full statement. Its riffs keep moving under Halford's high screams, while the lead guitar sections add sharp turns…