Yesterday (Nov. 5), Judas Priest had been lastly inducted into the Rock and Roll Corridor of Fame after profitable the Musical Excellence award. Whereas the band’s inclusion was definitely thrilling, followers had been simply as thrilled to see the present line-up reunite and play alongside ex-guitarist Ok.Ok. Downing after greater than a decade aside.
In fact, Downing wasn’t the one onetime member to be inducted, as the honour additionally went to late percussionist Dave Holland (who performed with Priest from 1979 – 1989) and drummer Les Binks (who performed with Priest from 1977 – 1979 and in addition carried out final evening). That mentioned, Downing’s lengthier tenure (1970 – 1992 and 1996 – 2011) meant that he understandably stole the highlight.
In reality, dozens of enthusiastic reactions have already made it to varied social media platforms. As an illustration, a Fb person declared: “All hail the Priest! Excited to see the reunion with Ok.Ok. Downing yesterday.” Likewise, somebody on Instagram wrote, “Good too see KK and Ritcie aspect by aspect , thrilling efficiency 🔥❤️,” whereas one Twitter fan replied to a publish shared by Downing: “Ken, you should be completely again within the band you based!”
You possibly can see extra reactions under. Additionally, tell us what you considered their extremely anticipated reunion!
Oh, and you’ll want to take a look at the group’s acceptance speech and knockout efficiency on the 2022 Rock and Roll Corridor of Fame ceremony.
