KK'S Priest Tapped Into Deeper Judas Priest Archives For Tour Opener

KK'S PRIEST delivered a potent 12-song set at The Magnolia in El Cajon, California, to launch their North American tour as the special guest for W.A.S.P. The headline news of the night was the inclusion of "Heading Out To The Highway" and "You've Got Another Thing Comin'" in the rotation, marking the first time these specific Judas Priest tracks have been performed by the current lineup.

Featuring K.K. Downing and vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens, the band balanced the set with familiar staples like "Breaking The Law" and "Turbo Lover" alongside material from their own discography. The touring unit, which includes A.J. Mills, Tony Newton, and Sean Elg, is currently traversing the US and Canada through October 31.

KK'S PRIEST set their sights on rarer Judas Priest gems for their California debut.

While Owens has previously expressed interest in playing more tracks from his era of the original band, the logistics of touring often dictate the selection. Despite these additions, the band continues to lean into the legacy of the metal icons while establishing their own identity. Following their 2023 debut in the UK, the project has solidified its place as a formidable live unit capable of handling the heavy lifting of the Priest catalogue.