The second single from Judas Priest’s upcoming studio album “Invincible Shield,” which is set to be released in March of next year, is called “Trial By Fire.” To promote the album, they have already confirmed a number of 2024 tour dates around Europe and North America. Rob Halford (vocals), Ian Hill (bass), Richie Faulkner (guitar), Scott Travis (drums), Glen Titpton (guitar—studio and occasionally live), and Andy Sneap (guitar—tourist) make up their current lineup.
Play the brand-new song “Trial By Fire” by Judas Priest:
Lyrics
“Shot down in cold blood
Didn’t know my name
No-one understood
So I took the blame
Where I left my mark
When the system fell
You were in my grasp
Hid behind your veil
Bound and abused
Branded a liar
I have endured
Trial by fire
Hang me out to dry
I broke every rule
Fell right in your trap
Played me for a fool
Catch you safe and sound
Tried to make you mine
Took this holy vow
Then you crossed the line
Bound and abused
Branded a liar
Falsely accused
Trial by fire
Committed no crime
In my innocence
I have endured trial by fire
Life is so cruel and unbearable
Can’t let you get in my way
What i need now is a miracle
To get through the end of each day
Burden of guilt
Branded a liar
whipped and abused
Trial by fire
Committed no crime
In my innocence
I have endured trial by fire”
Their most recent studio album, “Firepower,” was published in 2018. Their upcoming album, “Invincible Shield,” will be their 19th. Andy Sneap, who took over as their touring guitarist following Tipton’s untimely retirement from Parkinson’s disease, produced it once more. The group opened for AC/DC at the Power Trip festival in Indio, California, in October of last year. Guns N’ Roses, Tool, Iron Maiden, and Metallica were also present at that festival. Before AC/DC, Ozzy Osbourne was supposed to play, but due to health issues, he was unable to do so. As a result, Judas Priest was asked to take his place.
