Former Judas Priest frontman Tim "Ripper" Owens - now with KK's Priest launched by K.K. Downing - recently guested on The Jasta Show hosted by Hatebreed vocalist Jamey Jasta. Owens discussed joining the band, revealed what he thinks of the different iterations of Judas Priest over the years, band politics, and more.

Owens on tensions between Downing and guitarist Glenn Tipton:

"I saw it during Demolition. We weren't even together hardly; it was never Glenn and Ken together, ever. I would go to Ken's house on the weekends and we would hang out and have a pint, play some snooker, and it was brewing then. And, obviously, money helps out, so you get Rob (Halford) back and you get your millions back, and you're not playing smaller venues anymore."

Owens was with Judas Priest from 1996 – 2003. He recorded two studio albums with the band: Jugulator (1997) and Demolition (2001). He also recorded the live albums '98 Metal Meltdown (1998) and Live In London (2003).

 

KK's Priest, the band comprised of renowned former Judas Priest guitarist, K.K. Downing and former vocalist Tim “Ripper” Owens, have released their album, Sermons Of The Sinner, via Explorer1 Music Group/EX1 Records. In celebration, the band have released a video for the song, "Return Of The Sentinel". Watch below, and order the new album here. The album is also available via all global digital streaming partners.

KK’s Priest also features Tony Newton (Voodoo Six) on bass, A.J. Mills (Hostile) on guitar and Sean Elg (DeathRiders/Cage) on drums. Original drummer, Les Binks, unfortunately sustained a wrist injury, but will make special guest live appearances when the band tours.

Tracklist:

"Incarnation"
"Hellfire Thunderbolt"
"Sermons Of The Sinner"
"Sacerdote Y Diablo"
"Raise Your Fists"
"Brothers Of The Road"
"Metal Through And Through"
"Wild And Free"
"Hail For The Priest"
"Return Of The Sentinel"

"Return Of The Sentinel" video:

“Raise Your Fists” video:

"Brothers Of The Road":

"Sermons Of The Sinner" video:

"Hellfire Thunderbolt" video: