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Firepower is the 2018 eighteenth studio album by English heavy metal band Judas Priest, marking a return to their classic guitar-driven sound.
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When was Judas Priest's Firepower released?
Firepower was released on March 9, 2018, on Columbia Records. It was the band's 18th studio album and debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200, the highest US chart position of Judas Priest's career.
Who produced Firepower?
The album was co-produced by Andy Sneap and Tom Allom. Allom had previously produced several classic Judas Priest albums in the 1980s, including 'British Steel' and 'Screaming for Vengeance,' while Sneap is known for his work with modern metal acts.
Who plays guitar on Firepower?
The album features Richie Faulkner, who replaced founding guitarist K.K. Downing in 2011, alongside longtime guitarist Glenn Tipton. Tipton was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease around the time of recording and was unable to tour the album full-time.
What are the standout songs on Firepower?
The singles 'Lightning Strike' and 'Firepower,' along with tracks like 'Spectre' and 'No Surrender,' were singled out by critics and fans as highlights. The album was widely praised as a return to Judas Priest's classic guitar-driven sound.
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