Returning to Rob Halford at Live Aid! Judas Priest Vocal ANALYSIS of "Living After Midnight".

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

To those commenting and to head that off: I was made aware that his performance had massive feedback on the audio during the performance - and it's ear wrenching at times. I chose to still do this version even after being made aware so I could talk about it. Even after hearing it, I chose to still release this video instead of release it just to Patrons. So please, enjoy!

[@rdejaynes]

cant wait

[@MikeBarnett1776]

This is gonna be really good... and I'm going to suggest another JP tune - one that shows Rob's ability to repeatedly and rapidly jump octaves while maintaining total control of his voice - Dissident Aggressor, probably the album version - I haven't dove into live performances so I am unable to recommend one. Just be prepared for his introductory scream. I'd be almost afraid to hear it in headphones!

[@rexrogers1859]

Thank you, Elizabeth

[@rexrogers1859]

Thank you, Elizabeth

[@Adam_Le-Roi_Davis.]

Thank you, Elizabeth.

[@drichar14]

Rob Halford doesn't walk across the stage; he struts with absolute confidence.

[@hippertjoe9225]

He's a Legend. Like DIO

[@hraefn1821]

"peacocking" XD

[@ecurewitz]

He owns the place

[@fuchsssz]

He's simply a straight god 😂 no pun intended

[@tonywilliams5375]

Thank you sooo much for dissecting Rob Halford. I grew up on him with “Screaming for Vengeance”. There’s a reason he’s known as the metal god.

[@brentd.4093]

Priest Rules!!!! Head Out On The Highway, Turbo Lover, Grinder, Heads Are Gonna Roll, ... and on and on Rob's voice is so superb!

[@middlebrook8161]

“A Touch of Evil” from the album Painkiller definitely highlights R.H.’s incredible high range. More of a metal ballad insofar as the tempo is slower than the rest of the album.

[@lavidaen3min]

Best song ever

[@briansauer6695]

That IS a great song. The one I like more which I think really shows his prowess and vocal range is Blood Red Skies from Ram It Down.

[@mikakarki7989]

Yup .... that's 1 of my many favourites of JP's production. A very dark and sinister picture of sound. When i started playing a gtr, as a 10-11 yrs old kid, over decades a go. There wasn't gear, nor gizmo's i could financially reach. Well .....that was corrected a many decades later, as a grown up guy. What a joy it was, when u finally started to (nearly, but just nearly) sound, like your teenage idols (K.K. Glenn, Dave, Adrian, etc), w all the nyances, harmonics and flutes, etc. Btw ... as a youngster, i could reach RH's high notes ... The Green Manalishi, w the 2 Pronged Crown, from Unleashed in The East album. Nowadays, no flipping chance. Not even w a help of a nutcracker @ my ... u know where. 😎

[@nicolajpedersen8506]

Please please please listen to the songs from Wacken 2015!!! Or the two new songs

[@ecurewitz]

Yes!

[@noxfinity]

Judas Priest's "The Sentinel" from the 1986 Fuel for Life tour is so good, and so many people are recommending it. Please please check it out, I hope we don't have to wait three more years lol.

[@lanetaylor3900]

Excellent recommendation here. One of my favorite Priest songs, and one of their best performances!

[@mikakarki7989]

"Now facing one another, the stand-off eats at time. Then all at once a silence falls, as the bell ceases its chime" . H3LL YEAH!. 🤘💪

[@NeonNights80]

Great recommendation.

[@omegasobsessions]

My fave song. Been to 5 of their shows and screamed for it every time and got it. Just perfection.

[@halskarl]

It would be nigh impossible to make a top 3 list of Priest songs, but if I did, 'The Sentinel' would 100% be on that list.

[@Toddzilla1967]

I saw Judas Priest a year ago when Halford was 71 years old. We were 11 rows back from the stage. At one point Halford sat on a stair on the left side of the stage, put his microphone down by his side, and let out a yell. Then he let out another one. We clearly heard him above the PA and not just a whisper-it was strong and clear. The guitars may be tuned down a bit, but Rob Halford is absolutely making the best of his remaining ability. It was a great show.

[@pete-ph5xc]

I saw them in Vegas several years ago. It was wild hearing a 60 something man triggering the limiters on the PA in the hard rock

[@lisa.user-xm7kz2tb6x]

Omg, I would have died hearing that yell.

[@lisa.user-xm7kz2tb6x]

​@@pete-ph5xc Incredible.🫠✌🏻

[@richardchocolas8800]

Judas Priest was the band that turned me onto Heavy Metal and I've been hooked for 50 years. Rob Halford's voice is absolutely phenomenal and legendary

[@erikgour3475]

Same here

[@metalmark1214]

Background on the song.The band was recording their British Steel album at Tittenhurst Park, an estate once owned by John Lennon. One night around 4 a.m., guitarist Glenn Tipton set up his amp and started working out riffs in the big room where they did most of their work - the one where Lennon wrote "Imagine." Halford's bedroom was upstairs, and it woke him up. He came down, asked Tipton to turn down his amp, and told him, "You're living after midnight down here, you are!" Tipton replied, "That is a great title for a song." Halford wrote the lyric that day. Source: Songfacts

[@george.kollaros]

@metalmark1214 I read in an interview that Glenn Tipton was in a pub nearby, came back at 1:00- 2:00 o'clock and then started to work some ideas he had until early in the morning and the rest is as you said.

[@ChrisLegner-qp1yh]

Terrific back story.

[@charlesmarkley220]

And you and I have nothing between you and me. Can't und won't listen. Jon Anderson. Yes.

[@Dingbotz]

The version I heard is that Rob came down and said "I've the perfect title - Living After Midnight.

[@DLevasseur]

Quite honesely, I love Judas Priest. I pay for a ticket not only to hear the band, but to hear Rob belt out his screams. Worth the price of admission

[@gri7]

Rob is such an awesome human being I think you could probably even get him on your Channel

[@alanonline32]

I reckon he'd definitely be up for that - awesome idea!

[@pete-ph5xc]

Actually, he probably would. Especially in his older age, he's gotten way more social than he once was

[@wineguzzlinguy]

I saw judas priest only one time back in the eighties. Screaming for vengeance tour. They were a great live band on stage. Rob hallford is both a showman and incredible vocalist. Some band called iron maiden opened for them and they weren't half bad either.

[@HoosierDaddy_]

Ooohhh. Good! I've been hoping you'd do some more Priest!

[@matthbva]

I saw Priest with Megadeth and some band called Testament at Nassau Coliseum in 1990. It was a great show

[@dmitryowens]

I saw Priest in 1981 and '82 with Maiden opening 🤘

[@bassislife-trh]

I saw them on Defenders of Faith tour in Philly

[@dmitryowens]

@@bassislife-trh Nice. They were in their prime from 1978 to 1984.

[@Greg-om2hb]

You still have not heard what Halford is capable of. (I think he sounds pretty rough here, like he stayed too late, drinking too much.) Also, Midnight is more of a radio-friendly Hard Rock anthem than a Metal song. Hope you follow up with one of the suggestions offered in the comments. My favorites include DIAMONDS AND RUST (the Joan Baez song), THE GREEN MANALISHI (a Fleetwood Mac cover), and ELECTRIC EYE.

[@MidnightIsolde]

I agree. None of what she's listened to of him so far imo showcases his true capabilities. This song is very basic for him, and rough from touring (the version of Victim of Changes she reacted to is also rough). I know that she's likes to see the singer live if possible, so I think The Sentinel live from 1986 would be good. Or Beyond the Realms of Death live 1979 (there is footage). Overall though Halford does have a more extreme style compared to his peers (by that I mean those such as Bruce Dickinson, Dio, Gillan, Coverdale etc). And is more abrasive and piercing than those guys - which exemplifies metal, but is less broadly appealing. I suspect this harder abrasive edge is why Priest didn't make it as big as some of their hard rock peers - they excell at a style that is a bit edgier.

[@lafelong]

@@MidnightIsolde One of the greatest (and first) operatic voices in rock/metal, and she still hasn't heard it. It's truly a shame. 😔

[@joshphilip9756]

@MidnightIsolde This is an astute comment about why Halford/Priest don't get their proper recognition. I think the issue, however, goes even broader than just the fact that they have a more extreme style. Rob and the band are much more diverse than Dio, Dickinson, and the rest. Songs like Living After Midnight were highly influential and many bands copied this specific style so that 30-40 years later, these type of songs don't have the same impact (since so many variations were made by other bands). There were other songs that Priest did that were more extreme (e.g. Painkiller) that other bands were simply not capable of copying and so those songs stand out more today by the true metalheads. Bands like Iron Maiden, however, had a consistent style of songs that other bands could not copy and so they're unduly given a higher standing today than Priest does. It's a real shame that people don't recognize that Priest invented so many styles of metals, and some of it doesn't hold up as well today only because so many have copied what they were capable of it to death.

[@Dingbotz]

She keeps ignoring what she has been told. I told her many times to look at the Live 86 album/video and also suggested album-version songs.

[@bluesdog645]

I was there at Live Aid. I loved Priest’s performance but the prevailing question my buddies & I had was “How can they be dressed in full leather in this heat???” It was early and already in the low 90’s!

[@stephenm8725]

I know what you mean. Literally, used to wear lots of black going to heavy metal concerts. It's a tradeoff and commitment to being a metalhead

[@nikoltsis868]

Run of the Mill by Judas Priest is an epic song for review. It is a song with deep meaning lyrics. Rob Halford uses his most dramatic and high notes he has. Especially after the guitar solo the track builds a crescendo and then Rob shines. It really worth it to review it. Happy the new year to everyone from Thessaloniki, Greece.

[@SystemOfMyLife_angel432]

Thank you! One of my all-time favorite bands and singers!

[@davidrandle9425]

Great fun analysis of Rob Halfords voice. You ought to ask Rob if he would do a teatime session with you. Explaining his style and how he’d lasted all these years.

[@Kete-m2g]

If anyone could sing with a tube down his throat is the amazing Robert John Arthur Halford. ❤😂🎉

[@jiantjingerjohn]

Judas Priest's Fuel for Life tour is great (all live recordings on youtube). The Sentinel especially. Rob Halford is totally on point and according to his book, it was his first sober tour (1986).

[@dmitryowens]

Live Vengeance is better - Rob's vocal prime was 1977 to 1983.

[@Chronologo]

​@@dmitryowenslive vengeance you can see him struggling a bit on some songs, also he sounds with too much distortion or gravel. Fuel for life he sounds a lot cleaner, goes easier for the high notes

[@dmitryowens]

@Chronologo Nah. He killed it on Riding On The Wind and pretty much all the other songs too. And Rob sounds best when he has that grit and raw edge in his voice.

[@MrRubbermouse]

I've listened to The Sentinel from that performance plenty of time and it's great, but recently I delved into Out in the Cold and I gotta say that's the best track from recorded Fuel for Life. You can compare it to the studio version and be astounded by how powerful yet clean Rob's voice is live.

[@jiantjingerjohn]

@@MrRubbermouse yeah, I love Out in the Cold, it along with Reckless are my favourite tracks from Turbo. Out in the Cold along with Blood Red Skies both have this brilliant epic and dark vibe that is hard to describe

[@aravinds3912]

You have got to analyse Judas Priest live in Dallas 1986 - Fuel for Life tour. Their performances were some of the best and Halford's vocals are superb. It showcases how easily he can jump around the vocal range. I'd suggest Love Bites or The Sentinel

[@dowyler24]

One of my all time favorite bands. I was lucky enough to see them live in concert in the early 80s and let me tell you they don't disappoint. As I was finding my way through music as an awkward teenager, Screaming for Vengeance was the fist album I bought of theirs and I played it till the cassette wore out. I will always love Judas Priest and am so grateful to Rob and the boys for making such great music.

[@tayloryoung8336]

same same same

[@brianwilliams3329]

First cassette I bought as well. Incredible!

[@Arenow]

Halford is such an incredible showman, and arguably the most talented voice in Heavy Metal. I've only seen him past his prime, in 2005 and 2015, but he always knew how to put on a show. The band as well, they had a very particular attitude and heavyness that makes them stand out. Thanks for covering them again!

[@MetalPilgrim]

This is why Rob Halford is a Metal God!🤘 Love your videos, Elizabeth ;)

[@caesersalad285]

I love your videos, Pilgrim

[@g-bo1332]

Rob is amazing he never seems stressed belting out everything

[@curiousman1672]

IMHO, Rob Halford is the GOAT of heavy metal singers. Still going strong; still got the control and range. There's early 80's footage of him singing Screaming for Vengeance that is epic. Very different from this relaxed performance. He's working so hard. Very impressive guy.

[@pete-ph5xc]

It's unreal how he's kept that up for sooooo long. You'd think anyone doing stuff like painkiller would have shredded bungie cords for a throat by now. I definitely think he takes it a little easier on himself now, and save the most belting and wailing for the parts where it really emphasizes rather than throughout the song.

[@laurieemme1534]

I really enjoyed this analysis and learned a new phrase - "park and bark" 😆 Thank you!

[@madnezz1961]

I once saw the Mighty Priest in front of 300k fans in 100 degree heat. Also in 1979 Priest was my first concert ever

[@CelticKatie]

Would LOVE to see a tea time episode with Rob Halford!

[@pauladeitch3739]

You can never go wrong with the mighty PRIEST!! Halford has that type of voice that is very unique and no one else could ever manage to copy or sound like.another one of metal's great front men! There guys recently came out with a new album that I have mixed feelings about.i have to listen to it more.looking forward to this review

[@Broccoli_Highkicks]

Don't know what you've been listening to, but the new record, Invincible Shield, isn't due out till March.

[@pauladeitch3739]

@@Broccoli_Highkicks pardon me...I've heard some songs from it so I thought it was out already and I still have mixed feelings on what I have heard

[@fuzzo73]

Another wonderful and entertaining dissertation from Elizabeth, and thank you for revisiting the Metal God)) as an aside, I have to say Halford's hair was on point that day lol; I just wonder from one follically challenged man to another, if he ever misses it))

[@dennisfox8673]

My all time favorite band, though truth be told, I’ve been burned out on this song for a long time now, but to watch you experience for the first time is really giving me a reignited appreciation. And yes, Rob he has this in the pocket so he can really perform with complete confidence. Also, knowing that you are using your platform to further academic research into the voice, is just solid 10/10! That made me very happy to hear that. Go you! 🙂

[@-KingOfKhaos]

I will donate to the cause any time I see you react to Judas Priest / Rob Halford 😊👍🏻

[@generoberts9151]

You really need to do one of their recent versions of “Diamonds and Rust” . Sung as a ballad. You could really break down his vocals. Off the charts

[@stevenewcomer8837]

I agree 100%! Judas Priest’s MTV Unplugged version and a live version that’s similar to that really showcases Rob’s vocals. I found the link for that live version. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3qmaH6HhamoesUsi=emc5vppTCRJ_ED9G

[@jospehbloseph7172]

No dont do this, its pretty but hes old and lost his range, goddamn why dont you people want her to hear him at the peak of his powers, theres 4 albums where he sings like no one ever had before or since and we keep trying to get her to listen to him as an old man, or on some radio rock shit. She did do dreamer deceiver thank god, do diamonds and rust from unleashed in the east… cmon man, she’s gonna decide Rob Halford’s average and stop listening to him

[@metalmeltdown4634]

Best version of Diamonds and Rust is with second Priest Singer, Tim ripper Owens.

[@generoberts9151]

@@stevenewcomer8837 Thanks Steve. That’s the-unplugged I was referencing. I found nothing wrong with his vocals here. He was singing it to the “unplugged version” they did for the show. I thought it was well done. Nothing “average” about it.

[@McShaganpronouncedShaegen]

@@jospehbloseph7172 Best version with out a doubt, and everyone is pushing ballads. Unleashed in the East starts his sweet spot. This is where Priest took a Joan Baez cover and made it metal and made it theirs, and it is glorious.

[@pauladeitch3739]

Iam betting Mr.Halford would very much be a willing participant of a tea time interview:) I certainly don't know him personally but in all the things I've seen him in ( interviews,ect) he seems really down to earth and just a genuine ,kind, human being

[@EvilPain666]

If you listen to "Love bites" or "The Sentinel" from the FUEL FOR LIFE TOUR (86) you'll be just floored ...... But I think "The Sinner" from "Unleashed in the east" live is my favorite scream/squeals the METAL g*d delivers ... ALWAYS get a kick out of them and get some injection of energy whenever I need some ...... Well done Lady Charisma ... enjoyed the episode ... Thank you ...... Cheers from Seoul ... hailz !!!!!! |m|_ //-_- _|m/ ...... ...... ......

[@joshphilip9756]

Yes, the sounds he makes at the end of 'Love Bites' on Fuel For Life and the sounds he makes in the breakdown of the live '82 version of 'Desert Plains' are not human sounds. Can't decide if it's divine or devilish, but definitely not human.

[@williamprice1542]

Any time Judas comes near to play a concert, I don't miss it 🎉. So glad they still tour !

[@anthonymaniscalco7890]

You could never do enough Judas Priest they are just so diverse in their music as compared of a metal band songs, like Epitaph, or Nostradamus, or Run Of The Mill, or Turbo Lover, or the new song that just came out panic attack are all so different. Rob truly has an amazing voice.

[@cosmicthick]

You forgot Loch Ness!

[@LBart218]

I saw him live once when he had his band called "Fight". That was some great heavy metal music there. I still have the autographed radio station bumper sticker that I won with the tickets I won to see the show. This was 1993.

[@mikelehmann6256]

I remember watching this historical Live Aid event way back when! A lot of distortions throughout this event from most of the bands playing! Living After Midnight is a staple in their set list which mostly leads into their most iconic song You’ve Got Another Thing Coming! If you happen to do this song please do the live version “Electric Eye DVD” where Rob is shirtless and full of energy (not the studio video please)! Great analysis Elizabeth and thank you! You made this Priest fan very happy! Cheers, Mike L 😎🇨🇦✌🏼🤘🏼

[@DavidDatura]

Live Aid was nearly 40 years ago now! Unbelievable 🤯 when this was new, Woodstock had only been a mere 16 years earlier! I remember this! I’m old 👨🏻‍🦳 and those young people in the audience, are in their 60s now!

[@JohnFuller-rt6bv]

Dear Elizabeth...Based on your comments below and in the video, I'm lead to wonder if a tea time interview with Rob Halford is in the works? If so, it's my duty to warn you that as good as you are as the Queen of Vocal Coaches, you are still so unprepared to meet the Metal God with the JP songs you have reacted to so far. An auspicious meeting between two legends, such as you and Rob, needs to be approached with the utmost preparation and sanctity. Please pay attention to the comments and listen to the variety of live songs in the '82 Live Vengeance and '86 Fuel For Life tours such as The Ripper, Desert Plains, Riding on the Wind, Turbo Lover, Freewheel Burnin', the Sentinel, etc. But also listen to those hidden studio gems such as Blood Red Skies, Hear Come the Tears, and Run of the Mill. JP never wanted to sell out and so they often reserved their best performances for their true Metal fans. And Halford's vocal abilities are distributed across so many songs and could never be contained in just one. There is also Halford's band Fight from the 90s and his solo career where he experimented with different styles. And, of course, there are the later years in JP where Rob still found ways to contribute in spite of not having the full range he used to have. So much to do! But a fortuitous meeting between you and the Metal God would be a solemn event that would be preserved in history and so it demands complete diligence!

[@JayDaniel905]

Blood Red Skies and Run of the Mill are big favourites of mine, thanks for giving them a mention. RotM is so haunting.

[@gr8fulded]

I was there at Live Aid Philly and I've seen Priest several times in indoor arenas in the 80's and once more recently. They always put on a great show! Feedback aside, there's something else lacking in the Live Aid performance. I think it's the size of the audience and the fact that most of them weren't Priest fans. Seeing JP at a concert where 100% of the audience is there to see them is where it's at. The connection between band an audience is a major factor with quality of performance, IMHO.

[@chuckball7547]

I just saw them a year ago, and Halford STILL sounds like he is in his 20s. Great show, HIGHLY recommended if you havent had this experience before

[@feedthepanda_92]

Always a pleasure watching your videos! Would looove to see your reaction to Night Crawler, quite the variety of vocal styling to analyse and admire!

[@brownwrench]

His entry for the set at the US Festival was epic! Electric Eye.

[@DeanSmith3935]

Seen Priest 20+ times, Rob can sing in so many styles and ranges its crazy! Would love to see you interview him.

[@philstone3859]

I’ve seen this man ride a Harley Davidson out onstage and proceeded to bullwhip it and kick it over just for giggles. And then he proceeds to scream his lungs out! Great live band!

[@chrissykinney1126]

YES!! That used to be 'his' signature opening move, circleing the stage on that Harley! Ah ... the good ol days. I was blessed to have seen Priest live a few times myself. Good times!

[@andyschnell58]

Thanks, as always, Elizabeth, for another entertaining reaction and analysis. Wishing you and your family, a healthy and joyous 2024.

[@darrylmitchell7619]

I was there at Live Aid in Philly that day. An amazing and memorable experience, for sure! Elizabeth, if you want to analyze a truly stellar rock vocalist, you really need to add Steve Perry from the band Journey to your portfolio. Specifically, you need to hear Steve performing “Mother, Father” in the video from a 1981 concert in Houston. It showcases his unfathomable vocal talent more than any other song or performance. Please, please, please fill this gaping hole in your portfolio!!!!

[@tdig6546]

what a great song. I love so many of their early songs. Good Morning Girl is another really good one.

[@AndrewCCM]

She's done Journey before...

[@darrylmitchell7619]

@@AndrewCCM Where/when? Was it on the Patreon channel? I’m not seeing anything by her on Journey on the KZbin channel.

[@gregguzdziol]

Want to hear really impressive male vocal range? Check out Steve Perry's vocal on Journey's "Mother, Father" and "Who's crying now" (from Live 1981: Escape Tour - 2022 HD Remaster version) or "Lay it down" studio version (remastered).

[@99Narnia]

I googled Halford's octave range and people can't decide between 4 and 7! I saw him live at the Priest Feast and there is no doubt he has one helluva voice. Victim of Changes is my fave. Sad Wings of Destiny is an album I can always listen to.

[@Axe_Slinger]

As far as I know he had a FULL 4 Octave Range which is pretty insane when you consider that's 48 of the 88 notes on a Piano! I sang, and played either Bass or Guitar, for several "Club Bands" in the 80s and early 90s and there were 3 Vocalists I cringed at trying to replicate, despite being a "High Tenor", and they were Milienko Matijevic (Steelheart), Rik Emmett (Triumph), and of course Rob Halford....thankfully Slaughter wasn't on the radar for any of my Bands!

[@WineFi]

Victim of Changes Unleashed in the East ❤

[@davidsthubbins176]

Sad Wings! ♥️ I'm praying that Elizabeth will do a vocal analysis of Dreamer Deceiver (studio version). It really showcases Rob's mind-blowing vocal range.

[@nosale777]

Its about 4.5 i have the same range...here come the tears shows hos lowest range and dreamer deceiver is the highest. He was my my biggest influenced until he started doing that "Fight" crap...it took a lot of his voice away for years

[@jospehbloseph7172]

She did victim of changes, that live one outdoors in like 83. I agree she needs to do something old though come on let’s rally get her to do something strong some thing from stained class, hell-bent for leather, or sin after sin

[@sirkat344]

Halford's voice. Always blasts thru- even feedback issues. Great song. Fun reaction video.

[@williampetty5270]

She should do their version of The Green Manalishi (With the Two-Pronged Crown). The ending alone would leave you blown away.

[@ifkekanrunning4768]

Yeah, and then compare it with Ripper’s version, which is the best ever.

[@raulcardenas8115]

Turbo Lover, Beyond the Realms Of Death, Diamonds and Rust,The Sentinel, Electric Eye. So many songs to listen and analyze

[@Jack-yj9bf]

Glad you've come back to them. Definitely check out "beyond the realms of death" great high notes in that track

[@ThePapaja1996]

Robs best singing performance

[@metalgjohn4462]

The raw analog sound of old school Metal makes an old man young again 😊 thanks

[@metalmark1214]

Great to go back to Judas Priest, back to a time when Rob Halford had hair. Rob Halford one of greatest rock/metal vocalists. This performance had a lot of feedback. I like the Live Vengeance 82 or US Festival 83 version more. Many great JP songs to explore - Diamonds and Rust, Beyond the Realms of Death, Desert Plains, The Green Manalishi, Freewheel Burning to name just some.

[@martinkasper197]

Now he is Metal Santa...🤣🤣

[@AmericanNationalist852]

The spund quality on this concert is awful, not sure why she's going back to it. Fuel for Life, Dallas Tx 1985 is peak Halford

[@dmitryowens]

The US Festival was one of their worst - Rob's voice sounded strained like he was sick or had partially blown it out. Live Vengeance is killer.

[@toaster4693]

Halford is my favorite metal singer and Priest is my favorite band of all time. Looking forward to this one.

[@BruceCopperfield]

Blood Red Skies sounds awesome live and a good showcase of older Rob

[@JohnFuller-rt6bv]

Agreed. But the blood-curdling scream "I'M TELLING YOUUUU...." in the studio version of BRS has to also be experienced!

[@mayLibertyprevail1a]

Growls, squeals, screams, whatever--Halford's voice could handle it all. I'll never forget the time back in the 80s when I was listening to him do a radio interview, and I think he was explaining how it takes more talent than people realize to sing heavy metal. Next thing I knew he was crooning a Sinatra song with the most incredible vocal skill...I've never questioned his talent since. Please check out "Freewheel Burning" or "The Sentinel" if you want to hear some of Rob's vocal gymnastics.

[@MidnightIsolde]

Cool. Would love to find that radio interview

[@bikerdan62]

Rob is still touring, and sounds fantastic. If you can find "Diamonds and Rust" live, its a slow song, but the range is incredible. He is named the "Metal GOd" for a reason. He has waved the flag for heavy metal for over 40 years.

[@paulriddle7818]

She saw him headlining at Bloodstock in 2021.

[@Friskee62]

Love, Priest. Great ta see Rob just thunder through all that feedback. I am sure after that gig Rob gave the sound engineer an ear full...

[@MulberryBuccaneer]

Hey Elizabeth, why not record yourself singing your favorite Judas Priest songs? That would be awesome to see and hear. Have fun with it. Dress up in black leather and sing along with a good karaoke version off of KZbin. See what you can come up with done in one take. I believe you will have a blast doing it. Maybe you can find a local band that can play it and will let you sit in and sing with them for fun. You are so accomplished as a singer, I can't see anyone saying no to you! 🙂

[@BarekHalfhand]

Live performance of "electric eye" at the US festival is a must view...

[@mojorusty]

Man who suggested this version? You want to hear an incredible live performance from Rob, you should check out Desert Plains live vengeance ‘82.

[@JohnMcGowan-zf5uq]

Yup. That show in Memphis, that's a live performance to check out. Halford in his prime, but geez, he still may be in his prime lol. Desert Plains breakdown section his vocals are ridiculously high, yelling to crowd "are you high?" Wow.

[@joshphilip9756]

Yes, the sounds he makes in the breakdown of that live version are not human sounds. Can't decide if it's divine or devilish, but definitely not human.

[@Antarath]

See, that's the perfect song to react to. I can't stand when people recommend poor live versions of, say, Painkiller.

[@-KingOfKhaos]

I second that recommendation. In fact nearly every song in the Vengeance 82 tour was incredible.

[@RussellAlley-tc4iq]

I love your open mind you are willing to explore your unknown and gain a new perspective LOVE THE CHARISMATIC VOICE!!

[@zeem3366]

I loved your reaction to Judas Priest again, this is awesome. I really wish you'd take a look at the song Victim of Changes Live at the Seminole when he was doing it in his middle to late 60's, that would blow your mind, i assure you

[@rikardgustafsson5345]

can only say i grew up with the band and i will love them forever

[@OgamiItto70]

One of the things about Rob Halford is that _he could do this all the time._ A number of heavy rock vocalists could get the range and the pitches and the distortion in the studio but it would all soon fall apart on stage. The distortion would wear their voices out and they would lose control. Read interviews with other vocalists and musicians from the metal boom of the Eighties and they are all in awe of The Metal God Halford. Only a few others like Queensryche's Geoff Tate and Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson were actually able to reliably sing the same parts in concert as on the record. _Living After Midnight_ was the first song I learned to play on guitar way back then. Of course I got it substantially wrong. To this day I still love playing it (although by now I've improved somewhat). Speaking of Melodyne, you might want to check out Journey with Steve Perry singing. He doesn't need it. His voice goes straight to the pitch and stays there, no Autotune needed. Which is a good thing because it hadn't been invented yet. It's pretty amazing.

[@pete-ph5xc]

Man, I thought all of us started with breaking the law (tbf, I'm bass not guitar). Such a simple yet iconic little riff in the same vein as smoke on the water. The sort of riff you can duh duh duh from your mouth and everyone will know it.

[@CanadianRightsReviews]

The Priest faithful say welcome back. You should listen to his acceptance "speech" to the rock n roll HOF. At one point he goes from his normal talking voice to his Priest voice (still at a talking level) you can see how easy it is to just turn it on and off.

[@richardchocolas8800]

Metal vocalist like Rob Halford, Dio, Geoff Tate, and so many others have been disregarded by so called voice specialist for decades. It's phenomenal to finally find someone who truly appreciates and loves them

[@DanielFreireRuiz]

Just add Michael Kiske and you have the best vocalists ever.

[@CarlyFloq]

True!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@pete-ph5xc]

Yep, it was all written off as "just mindless screaming" at the time by it's detractors, and it felt like that opinion gained a toehold even amongst people who were neutral. Add in the satanic panic, and even less people wanted to stick their neck out with compliments or even study.

[@jonmaz8080]

Just wanted to drop this. You are awesome! Keep inspiring!

[@VixxyMcN]

Hell yea and they are epic live!!

[@karolgorkiewicz]

Thank you Elizabeth for another Judas Priest analysis! Still waiting for Touch of Evil - and that is, in my opinion, peak vocal performance by Rob Halford. You'll be amazed, trust me ;)

[@mitchellmunden682]

I recommend you listen to the studio version of, Run of the Mill. The only version of this song that I know of is lyrics only. I was impressed be his vocals in this song and it's one of my favorites from the earlier years of Judas Priest. So far as live albums go, Unleashed in the East is superb to all.

[@lisass1969]

I saw JP at the beginning of 2023 and they are still amazing. Next year, maybe do a reaction to a song from one of Rob Halford's Christmas albums. 50 years in music, Halford and the band still going strong. A highlight, for me, was JP induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and at the end, the finale was Dolly Parton, with other inductees, Rob Halford singing "Jolene, please don't take my man." So incredible. He ended up on her latest album.

[@jonhorrocks]

The Distorted KZbin channel has episode one of Metal Evolution, talking about the various musical influences that birthed metal. About 16 minutes in you’ve got Rob Halford explaining how he used to work in a theatre and would watch the operas from the wings and absorb all the stagecraft and magic of it. He says Pavarotti is his absolute god of singing. Worth your while watching the whole programme:)

[@dwaynerudkavitch5307]

No one could touch this guy when he was younger. Watch 86 live he quit drinking sounds even better.

[@marshall_banana]

and you know what... just 2 months ago more or less the queen of heavy metal, doro pesch, released a cover of "total eclipse of the heart" together with rob halford... *hint-hint*

[@alessiocarlini3115]

"Out in the cold" I love live version from tour "Fuel for Life" of this song of Judas Priest.

[@Arquibus]

I long considered Halford to be the greatest metal singer there was, but over the last few years I've upgraded my appraisal of him to being the greatest vocalist of all time. In fact, I discovered this channel looking for a professional's take on "Dreamer Deceiver/Deceiver" and I've been coming back ever since. For something maybe more operatic, try "Freewheel Burning". It was the first Judas Priest song I ever heard and it's the first one I think about when I think about Rob's singing.

[@simonstyles8537]

Going to watch JP in March in a small UK setting. Cannot wait! How Rob still sings with energy at 72 is phenomenal. Legends!

[@madman1366]

You NEED to do a reaction to their new songs from the upcoming album. Hear how insane Halford still sounds in his 70’s. 👍

[@markklumpp5571]

I saw them live last Sept ‘22. The show was phenomenal, and Rob’s voice was still on point!! Legend!

[@josephputz2964]

The Ripper, Diamonds and Rust, Deceiver and Sinner were all some of my favorite songs from Judas Priest who I saw open for UFO around 1980. Believe it or not Diamonds and Rust was their version of Joan Baez's classic!

[@HoosierDaddy_]

Thank God! Been waiting for more Priest! Have to have Priest and Duo an a regular rotation, lol.

[@Kate22178]

There is a live version of Judas 'The Sentinel' that is amazing

[@pete-ph5xc]

Most live versions of the sentinel are amazing, lol

[@sydwynd]

Judas Priest at the top of their game! Remember sitting there in front of the TV all day watching LiveAid. And, when you're competing with a wall of Marshalls all on 10, then yes, you might get some feedback.

[@jacquesdespadas]

I was just thinking a Judas Priest song was in order. I was thinking “Breaking the Law”, but this definitely works. 🙌 I haven’t spotted Alice Cooper in the channel’s video list: “I’m Eighteen” would be a good choice, or “School’s Out”. Joan Jett and the Black Hearts deserve a listen (their “Dirty Deeds” cover, “I Love Rock n Roll”, or her first band, the Runaways (“Cherry Bomb”). Others: Billy Idol (“White Wedding, “Rebel Yell”, “Flesh for Fantasy” all good choices), Twisted Sister (“We’re Not Gonna Take It”), Cheap Trick (“Gonna Raise Hell”-so very different from their usual sound), Quiet Riot (“Bang Your Head”, Cum on Feel the Noize”). So much goodness. You can’t help but have a rockin’ 2024!

[@metalmamasue3680]

I love Alice Cooper's Poison, I know, who doesn't 😂

[@michaelevans1578]

My son and I just saw Judas Priest in 2023 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. At 70, Halford is still the Metal God. They performed songs from the entire 50 years of their history. It was awesome!

[@McShaganpronouncedShaegen]

Priest was my band in high school and Unleashed in the East was my senior year soundtrack. That album hooked 100.000 volts to their past songs and made them new. I cannot recommend "Diamonds and Rust" from that album enough. I have heard all the versions and it and always will be my favorite. In fact I think every song from that album was better that the studio versions except maybe Victim of Changes.

[@metalmark1214]

A great Judas Priest album👍

[@AmericanNationalist852]

Priest is my band for life

[@snakeinthegrass7443]

That album is essentially a studio album with all the reworking they did after the fact.

[@McShaganpronouncedShaegen]

@@snakeinthegrass7443 True but it doesn't change the fact that it is an awesome album to put on and just play through again and again.

[@troybaker1773]

I second the Diamonds and Rust recommendation. Especially from the unleashed in the East.

[@Leks3777]

Love you Elizabeth! Looking forward for all you have in store for us this year! 🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@josephgrijalva9395]

we saw JP at a small venue. they had small amps. we laughed at the size of the amps. it was truly the loudest concert i have ever seen. and when Rob hit the high notes and then vibrated his voice, i feared for my ears. i actually covered my ears; knowing that the Who had sent people to the hospital with ear damage.

[@pete-ph5xc]

Saw him at the hard rock in Vegas. Not a big place. He triggered the limiters on the PA several times. For the next 3 days, I couldn't hear a distinct sound. In a CASINO. LOL. it probably took about 3 weeks before it stopped sounding like I was underwater constantly.

[@metalmamasue3680]

I saw Metallica on City Island in Harrisburg, PA in the late 80's outside, The Cult on their Sonic Temple tour opened for them. It was so loud, my ears rang for days 😂. I have legit mild hearing loss, probably from decades of metal shows. I regret nothing. 😎🤘 It was the last show on City Island too. After years of shows, that one was so loud half the city complained about it. 🤭 Party poopers.

[@chrislatham4235]

If you want a truly epic live performance from JP The Sentinel off there Fuel for Life Tour recorded in Dallas TX is a much watch. And any song from that show are incredible.

[@MidnightIsolde]

Thats my thought too. I have no idea why hardly any vocal anslysis reactors have listened to that. It's live, shows his range, and it's after he stop drink/drugs so his voice benefits greatly.

[@bigcat5348]

Judas Priest is by far my favourite band of all time. They have such gripping melodies and harmonics. I would love if you would put some or all of the following songs of theirs on your to-do list: "Breaking the Law" (their biggest hit worldwide; short but sweet, draws on punk rock i think), "You've Got Another Thing Coming" (iirc their biggest hit in America, fun pop-style metal), "The Sentinel" (fan-favourite speed metal song about a post-apocalyptic lone warrior, has some very cool storytelling vocals), "Turbo Lover" (lead single from the album Turbo 30; synth metal with really driving rhythm and subdued, romantic vocals), any song from the album Stained Class but particularly "Exciter" because Halford has a really lovely ringing clearness in his vocals throughout that whole album, and I have to recommend any if not all of their great power ballads: "Fever", "Prisoner of Your Eyes", "Touch of Evil", etc.

[@friendofentropy]

Screaming and Stained Class are my favorite albums, followed closely by Defenders and Turbo, but you can't go wrong with the tune "Blood Red Skies" from Ram It Down either.

[@ataylor340]

Saw them live about 10 times. Always an amazing time.

[@dmitryowens]

You need to react to some of Priest's less mainstream songs such as Exciter and Beyond The Realms Of Death - Rob's voice is amazing on those tracks as well as many other of their heavier songs such as Riding On The Wind and the title track for Screaming For Vengeance. The concert versions of the latter two from the Live Vengeance video are totally awesome.

[@MetalPersonJ]

This is the first mainstream Priest song she's done! Give her a break.

[@dmitryowens]

@@MetalPersonJ True. For some reason I thought she'd done Breaking The Law and/or Another Thing Coming before.

[@erynporter9951]

I remember watching this, it was revolutionary to watch it LIVE!!!

[@wraithsong24-7]

@The Charismatic Voice You really MUST see Triumph. To not have already analyzed them is just insane. They did a flawless performance at Live Aid or US Festival. Fight the Good Fight or Lay It On The Line.

[@RonLynne]

Their performance at the US festival is unbelievable. (They weren’t at Live Aid, you’re probably thinking of the US festival ‘83). Rik Emmit’s voice is unreal!

[@geoffnickle9860]

Triumph, one of Canada's best ever

[@wraithsong24-7]

@@RonLynne oh yes! That’s right. I mixed it up

[@nealrepetti2396]

The one thing that is really really important when you have a live show especially out doors is a great sound man . Essential!!!!