Redeemer of Souls

"Redeemer of Souls" is the seventeenth studio album by British heavy metal band Judas Priest, released on July 8, 2014. This album marked the band's return after a six-year gap following their 2008 work "Nostradamus." It was the first studio album featuring guitarist Richie Faulkner, who replaced founding member K.K. Downing in 2011.

The album received generally positive reviews, with praise directed toward its traditional heavy metal sound that harkened back to the band's roots while also embracing new elements. It includes tracks that showcase the band’s signature blend of energetic riffs, powerful vocals, and lyrical themes exploring heroism and myth.

"Redeemer of Souls" features a variety of songs reminiscent of their classic albums, aiming to capture the spirit of their earlier work while introducing fresh influences. This approach was described as intentional by the band, who wanted to create an album that paid homage to their legacy while bridging it with a modern touch.

The album was supported by an extensive tour, with performances that reinforced their role as pivotal figures in the heavy metal genre. It charted well commercially, reaching number 6 on the Billboard 200 in the United States, marking it as Judas Priest’s highest-charting album in the country at the time of its release. Overall, "Redeemer of Souls" is noted for its reaffirmation of Judas Priest's influential status in the world of heavy metal.