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Ep478: The Heavy Metal Moonshot of Tim "Ripper" Owens

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Metal vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens shares his remarkable journey from tribute band singer to Judas Priest frontman, discussing rare vinyl, relationships with metal legends, and his upcoming Australian tour while revealing the humble attitude that helped him succeed in the world of heavy metal.

Topics Include:

  • Interview start, connections to Australia
  • Valentine's Day show announcement for Melbourne 2025 tour
  • Discussion of Australian touring band lineup
  • Added new songs to setlist including KK's Priest material
  • Memories of friendship and touring with Ronnie James Dio
  • Early musical influences from father's rock record collection
  • First exposure to Judas Priest through Screaming for Vengeance
  • Early band experiences with Brainicide and Winter's Bane
  • Formation of British Steel tribute band in 1990s
  • How video of tribute performance reached Judas Priest
  • Quick audition process with Judas Priest - got job after one line
  • Recording “Jugulator” album with Judas Priest in 1997
  • Dealing with fan expectations replacing Rob Halford
  • Relationship with Rob Halford over the years
  • Discussion of rare Jugulator and Demolition vinyl releases
  • Experience working with Yngwie Malmsteen, including "Beat It" cover
  • Formation and recording of Charred Walls of the Damned
  • Meeting Navy SEALs at charity events - feeling starstruck
  • Working with various metal vocalists throughout career
  • Dream collaboration wish: Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler
  • Names Heaven and Hell as ultimate desert island album
  • Current recording setup at home for various projects
  • Details about upcoming 2025 Australian tour dates
  • Discussion of potential merchandise for Australian shows
  • Closing remarks about KK's Priest possible Australia tour

lookie here for tickets for Tim "Ripper" Owens' 2025 Australian tour

Pictures by Jeremy Belinfante

Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide

Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

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Content provided by Nate Goyer, Record Collector, Music Fan, and Vinyl Maniac. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Nate Goyer, Record Collector, Music Fan, and Vinyl Maniac or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ro.player.fm/legal.

Metal vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens shares his remarkable journey from tribute band singer to Judas Priest frontman, discussing rare vinyl, relationships with metal legends, and his upcoming Australian tour while revealing the humble attitude that helped him succeed in the world of heavy metal.

Topics Include:

  • Interview start, connections to Australia
  • Valentine's Day show announcement for Melbourne 2025 tour
  • Discussion of Australian touring band lineup
  • Added new songs to setlist including KK's Priest material
  • Memories of friendship and touring with Ronnie James Dio
  • Early musical influences from father's rock record collection
  • First exposure to Judas Priest through Screaming for Vengeance
  • Early band experiences with Brainicide and Winter's Bane
  • Formation of British Steel tribute band in 1990s
  • How video of tribute performance reached Judas Priest
  • Quick audition process with Judas Priest - got job after one line
  • Recording “Jugulator” album with Judas Priest in 1997
  • Dealing with fan expectations replacing Rob Halford
  • Relationship with Rob Halford over the years
  • Discussion of rare Jugulator and Demolition vinyl releases
  • Experience working with Yngwie Malmsteen, including "Beat It" cover
  • Formation and recording of Charred Walls of the Damned
  • Meeting Navy SEALs at charity events - feeling starstruck
  • Working with various metal vocalists throughout career
  • Dream collaboration wish: Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler
  • Names Heaven and Hell as ultimate desert island album
  • Current recording setup at home for various projects
  • Details about upcoming 2025 Australian tour dates
  • Discussion of potential merchandise for Australian shows
  • Closing remarks about KK's Priest possible Australia tour

lookie here for tickets for Tim "Ripper" Owens' 2025 Australian tour

Pictures by Jeremy Belinfante

Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide

Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8

  continue reading

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