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Rob Halford

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Robert John Arthur Halford(born 25 August 1951) is an Englishheavy metalsinger. He is best known as the lead vocalist ofJudas Priest,which was formed in 1969[1]and has received accolades such as the 2010Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance.He has been noted for his powerful and wide ranging operatic vocal style and trademark leather-and-studs image, both of which have become iconic in heavy metal.[2]He has also been involved with several side projects, includingFight,Two,andHalford.

Rob Halford
Halford performing in 2022
Halford performing in 2022
Background information
Birth nameRobert John Arthur Halford
Also known asMetal God
Born(1951-08-25)25 August 1951(age 73)
Sutton Coldfield,Warwickshire, England
OriginWalsall,West Midlands, England
GenresHeavy metal
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Years active1969–present
Member of
Formerly of

Halford is often regarded as one of the greatest metal frontmen and singers of all time.[3][4][5][6]AllMusicsaid of Halford, "There have been few vocalists in the history of heavy metal whose singing style has been as influential and instantly recognizable... able to effortlessly alternate between a throatygrowland an ear-splittingfalsetto."[7]He was ranked at No. 33 on the list of greatest voices in rock byPlanet Rocklisteners in 2009.[8]He has also been nicknamed "Metal God"by fans.[9][10]He was inducted into theRock and Roll Hall of Fameas a member of Judas Priest in 2022, via the Award for Musical Excellence.[11]

Career

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Early years

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Robert John Arthur Halford was born on 25 August 1951[7]inSutton Coldfield.He grew up in nearbyWalsall,where he was raised on theBeechdalehousing estate,[12]which was also home toNoddy Holder.[13]

Judas Priest

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Main article:Judas Priest
Halford in 1984
Halford performing with Judas Priest, 2005

Halford was introduced to Judas Priest bassist and co-founderIan Hillby his sister Sue, who was dating Hill at the time.[14]Halford, a manager of a men's clothing store,[15]joined the band as singer, bringing with him drummerJohn Hinchfrom his previous band Hiroshima. Halford and Hinch played their first show with Judas Priest in May 1973 at the Townhouse inWellington,Shropshire. The show was recorded and part of it released in 2019 on the compilationDowner-Rock Asylumon the Audio Archives label.

In 1974, he made his recording debut on the band's first albumRocka Rolla.He continued to front Judas Priest throughout the 1970s and 1980s. In 1990, Halford emerged with all-new tattoos, including a bent Judas Priest cross on his right arm and ring around his other, as well as a few on his shoulders. He also began shaving his head.

On the last date of the tour forPainkillerin August 1991 at a show inToronto,Halford rode onstage on a largeHarley-Davidsonmotorcycle, dressed in motorcycle leathers, as part of the show. The stage riser malfunctioned and he collided with a half-raised drum riser and fell off it, breaking his nose in the process.[1]He was left unconscious for a short time while the band was performing the first song. After regaining consciousness, Halford returned and finished the show.[16]Halford had been wanting to do a solo project and had the blessing of his band members to do so. A studio executive told him he would have to technically 'resign' from Judas Priest to do so and he wrote a statement citing his interest in a solo project. The letter was leaked and taken out of context in that he was quitting the band. Due to personal challenges with conflict, he was unable to clarify what happened and it was over ten years before he reconnected with the band and rejoined.[17]

Fight

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Shortly after Halford's departure, he formed the bandFightwith Judas Priest drummerScott Travis,bassist Jack "Jay Jay" Brown and guitarists Brian Tilse andRuss Parrish.The first albumWar of Wordswas released in 1993, followed by the half live, half remixes EPMutationsin 1994. A tour took place in support of the album in 1994. The second albumA Small Deadly Spacewas released in 1995, with a tour taking place in support of that album as well. WhileWar of Wordswas a straightforward metal record,A Small Deadly Spacehad a grungier sound, making it less appealing to fans who had developed a taste forWar of Words.As the band were preparing to begin work on the third album, they split up, thus ending their business with their labelEpic Records.[18]A brief reunion with half of the original members took place on 20 December 1997 for a one-off performance before disbanding once again.[19]In a 2015 interview, Halford contemplated Fight's reformation.[20]

2wo

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In 1997, Halford collaborated with guitaristJohn Loweryto form anindustrial-influenced band called2wo.They released their only albumVoyeursin 1998, which was produced byDave Ogilvieand released onTrent ReznorsNothing Recordslabel.[21]

Halford

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In 1999, Halford returned to his metal roots and formed a solo band. The albumResurrectionwas released in 2000 to critical acclaim.[22]The band embarked on a tour withIron MaidenandQueensrÿcheto support the album. A live album titledLive Insurrrectionwas released in 2001. It was followed up by the second albumCruciblein 2002.[23]In 2010, Halford released a live DVD titledLive in Anaheim[24][25]and the fourth studio albumHalford IV: Made of Metal.[26]

Reunion with Judas Priest

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Halford performing in 2014

Halford's reunion with Judas Priest came about from years of speculation about when he was no longer in the line-up, at least since the release of theResurrectionalbum, which some critics[who?]claimed sounded more like Judas Priest than the band's previous albumJugulator(1997). Halford initially ruled it out,[27]but then reconsidered, stating in 2002 that "Gut instinct tells me that at some point it will happen".[28]

In July 2003, Halford returned to Judas Priest and embarked on a tour in 2004 in celebration of his return. The band releasedAngel of Retributionin 2005. A world tour accompanied the release and marked the band's 30th anniversary. In 2008,Nostradamuswas released.

In 2011, Judas Priest embarked upon what was billed as their final world tour as a group, titled the "Epitaph" tour.[29]Subsequent to the tour's announcement, Halford stated that he would continue to move forward with his solo band.[30]

Despite the "final tour" announcement in 2011, Halford and Judas Priest (minusK. K. Downing,who left the group prior to the Epitaph tour)[31]recorded another album,Redeemer of Souls,which was released in 2014, the album supported by a concert tour.[32][33]

In 2017, Judas Priest began to work on another studio album with Halford. The albumFirepowerwas released 9 March 2018.[34]

Live appearances

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Halford often rides a motorcycle onstage.

Halford performed as the vocalist forBlack Sabbathfor three shows. He replacedRonnie James Diofor two nights in November 1992, when Dio elected not to open a show forOzzy Osbourne.Halford also filled in for Osbourne in Black Sabbath on 26 August 2004 (one day after Halford's 53rd birthday) at anOzzfestshow inCamden, New Jersey,since Osbourne could not perform due tobronchitis.[35]

Halford joinedSum 41on stage in 2001 for a televised concert for MTV's 20th anniversary with drummerTommy Leeto perform "You've Got Another Thing Comin'"as the final song of amedley.[36]

Halford joinedMetallicaon stage three times where they performed the song "Rapid Fire"; in 1994 on the last date of theShit Hits the Sheds Tour,in 2011 atThe Fillmorefor the band's 30th anniversary celebration and in 2013 at the fifth annualRevolverGolden Gods awards in Los Angeles.[37]

Halford joinedPanteraon stage twice. The first performance was in 1992 where he sang on the songs "Metal Gods" and "Grinder",[38]and again in 1997 where he sang on "Grinder".

Halford joinedqueercorebandPansy Divisionon stage in July 1997 to perform the song "Breaking the Law".[39]

Halford joinedBabymetalon stage on 18 July 2016 at theAlternative Press Music AwardsinClevelandwhere they performed a medley of "Painkiller"and" Breaking the Law ".[40]

Other activities

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Halford made an appearance in the 2002 filmSpunwhere he played aretail clerkat a sex shop.[41]

In 2006, Halford split with Sanctuary Records and founded Metal God Entertainment to produce and licence any future material. All Fight and Halford material were released in remastered format, which also includes DVDs from both bands.[42]

Halford providedvoice-overfor the characters General Lionwhyte and the leader of the Fire Barons on the 2009 video gameBrütal Legend.The Baron's appearance and personality are based on Halford.[43][44]

Halford developed the clothing line Metal God Apparel with plans to develop retail sales through 2010.[45]

Halford had a brief cameo in a 2010 commercial forVirgin Mobile,where he appeared as a priest.[46]

In 2019, Halford was working on an autobiography. The autobiography, titledConfess,was originally announced to be published in October 2020,[47]but received its official date for 29 September 2020 via Hachette Books.[48][49]In August 2020, Halford confirmed that he had completed an audiobook version of the publication, to be made available at the same time as the physical release.[50]

Halford has appeared as himself, representing the character Kevin's conscience, in the 2022 American teen comedy-dramaMetal Lords.[51]

Personal life

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Hobbies

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Halford divides his time between homes in the United States and his home town ofWalsall.[52]

Halford owns a 1970sAston Martin DBS,aChevrolet Corvette,and aMercury Cougar.He did not get a driving licence until the age of 38.[53]In 2010, he said that his main car was a 2006Cadillac DTS.[54]

In May 2021, Halford was made aKentucky Colonelby GovernorAndy Beshear.[55]

Sexuality

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Halford is gay. He publicly revealed his homosexuality onMTVin 1998.[1][56]He broke down in tears saying, "It's a wonderful moment when you walk out of the closet. Now I've done that and I've freed myself. It's a great feeling for me to finally let go and make this statement—especially toThe Advocate,because this magazine has brought me so much comfort over the years. Obviously this is just a wonderful day for me. "[57]Halford later explained that he did not have a plan or an agenda when coming in to do his interview with MTV. He mainly spoke about and promoted theVoyeursalbum he made with guitaristJohn 5,when he slipped out his sexuality after being asked a question from the studio's producer. He cited it being "kind of a big leap forward".[58]

At the time Halford revealed his sexuality, he was concerned that he would lose his fanbase as a result. He explained that he cannot return to certain places of the world in fear of stoning. He described the 1970s and 1980s as "incredibly difficult", but not counting it as important music-wise. Halford jokingly claimed that he cannot be replaced by a straight man, bringing up lateQueenvocalistFreddie Mercury,saying that "if Freddie hadn't have been gay, Queen would've been a totally different band. But that's a really important part of my life that I have to get down on paper at some point."[59]

Halford describes himself as "the stately homo of heavy metal", and said that his announcement was "the greatest thing I could have done for myself". He also explained that he did not announce it sooner due to the fear that it was going to be troublesome for him.[60]

Halford speaks negatively about the discrimination homosexuals still face in some parts of the world. He recalled that his announcement came as a surprise, and questioned if he would have told the members of Judas Priest while he was in the band. Halford said that after he completed his interview, he began to fear negative reactions, but was quickly inundated with messages of support from colleagues and fans.[61]

In 2018, Halford stated that society has not changed as much as he hoped since his announcement: "You'd think there would have been some kind of change and people would have moved on after such a long time. Now that I'm moving through myOAPheavy metal years (laughs), I thought a lot of it would be gone by now. And it's a shame. We don't really get to spend a lot of time on this planet together, so there's no point in wasting it being divided. "[62]

The subject matter of his lyrics had not changed since his coming out, and he avoided addressing it in Judas Priest's lyrics. However, the song "Raw Deal" from the 1977 albumSin After Sinspeaks aboutFire Islandin New York, which was famous in the 1970s and 1980s as a community for gay men. He felt that the lyrics were "just too much", but was approved by the other members of the band. "But you listen to that song, it really is almost like a coming-out experience for me. And it never really registered. It's only been in recent years that people have picked up on that song," he said.[63]

In September 2020, Halford revealed how in 1992 he had a "George Michael moment"when he was arrested forpublic indecencyin a men's bathroom commonly used for casual sex inVenice Beach, California.An officer who was a fan of Judas Priest helped keep the arrest from wide publicity.[64]

He is currently married to his husband Thomas.[65]

Halford has previously spoken about the level of acceptance of his sexuality within the metal community, calling it accepting and inclusive.[66]

Health

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In theBehind the Musicdocumentary series, Halford said that hiding his sexuality during Judas Priest's career caused him a lot of depression and isolation which led to his alcohol and drug abuse.

During the making of the band's 1986 albumTurbo,Halford struggled with increasing substance abuse and violent feuds with his romantic partner. The singer entered rehab in January 1986 following a painkiller overdose[67]and even managed to stay sober after his partner died by suicide. He says that he has been clean and sober since then.[68]He made an energetic recovery and his live performances during the subsequentFuel for Life Tourwere described as some of his strongest ever.

He was born and raised in a Christian household, and said that his upbringing "has become more important since I became clean and sober on 6 January 1986. That was 25 years ago and I think that's probably more important to me now, on a daily basis."[68]

When asked in 2016 what part sobriety has played in the band's longevity, he responded, "Without it? Oh, I'd be dead. Literally, I would be dead."[69]

Despite being clean and sober since 1986, he confessed that he did have the desire to "have a drink" and "have a smoke and do a line. I wish I could do all that, but I can't. I've done all that. I've done all that and it nearly killed me. I wish I could do that because when I'm with my friends and they're having a good time and there's this little devil on your shoulder, 'Just have a quick shot. Do a shot ofJack.'"He pointed out to those who are recovering from their abuse about dealing with the" little devil on your shoulder or the monkey on your back ", and that being clean and sober was" the greatest gift I was given. It was a gift. I can't do this by myself. There's another source helping. That's just a thrill to share with the music at this point. "[70]

Halford underwent back surgery in 2013[71]andumbilical herniasurgery in 2014.[72][73][74]

Halford battled prostate cancer during theCOVID-19 lockdownsafter experiencing symptoms in 2017. He underwentprostatectomyin July 2020. After more cancer was found, he went through radiation treatments in April and May that year and was cleared in June before travelling to England to visit family. He also had anappendectomyafter a tumour was discovered in his appendix.[75][76]

Singing style and influences

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Halford performing atSauna Open Airin 2011 during Judas Priest'sEpitaph World Tour

Halford possesses a powerful voice with a wide vocal range which is marked by his high-pitched screams and strongvibrato.[citation needed]Along withRonnie James DioandBruce Dickinson,Halford is one of the pioneers of the operatic vocal style later to be adopted bypower metalvocalists and regularly appears near the top in lists of the greatest metal vocalists/front-men of all time.[77][78]In 2023,Rolling Stoneranked Halford at number 129 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.[79]

Halford describes himself as "a hugeQueenfan "since they began and saw their very early shows.[80]He has calledFreddie Mercury,the late lead singer of the band, his "ultimate hero" and expressed regret that he never got to know him.[1]

As a vocalist, Halford was influenced byLittle Richard,Elvis Presley,Janis JoplinandRobert Plant.[81]He was also influenced byJimi Hendrix,the Beatles,Cream,David Bowie,King Crimson,the Rolling Stones,John Mayall,andAlice Cooper.[82]

Discography

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Judas Priest

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Fight

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2wo

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Halford

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Miscellaneous
  • The Complete Albums Collection(2017)[83]

Rob Halford with Family and Friends

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Guest appearances

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