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Judas Priest's K.K. Downing Celebrates Metal Legacy at Farewell Show

7/1/2025

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K.K. Downing, the legendary guitarist of Judas Priest, reminisces about the profound impact Black Sabbath had on his musical journey, igniting a spark of confidence in Birmingham's metal scene. As he gears up for the Back to the Beginning farewell show, Downing sees it as a triumphant celebration of their legacy, not a sorrowful goodbye.

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K.K. Downing, the legendary guitarist of Judas Priest, reminisces about the profound impact Black Sabbath had on his musical journey, igniting a spark of confidence in Birmingham's metal scene. As he gears up for the Back to the Beginning farewell show, Downing sees it as a triumphant celebration of their legacy, not a sorrowful goodbye.