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Judas Priest's Downing Honored in Upcoming Documentary

4/13/2026

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K.K. Downing, Judas Priest guitarist, left the band in 2011 due to ongoing dynamics and dissatisfaction with live performances.
In a recent interview, Rob Halford, Judas Priest frontman, discussed Downing's role in The Ballad of Judas Priest and stressed mutual respect.
The Ballad of Judas Priest will premiere at Hot Docs in Canada from April 23 to May 3.
Judas Priest will tour Europe from July to September 2026.

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K.K. Downing, Judas Priest guitarist, left the band in 2011 due to ongoing dynamics and dissatisfaction with live performances.
In a recent interview, Rob Halford, Judas Priest frontman, discussed Downing's role in The Ballad of Judas Priest and stressed mutual respect.
The Ballad of Judas Priest will premiere at Hot Docs in Canada from April 23 to May 3.
Judas Priest will tour Europe from July to September 2026.