It's Official: JUDAS PRIEST Re-Sign With SONY MUSIC

April 22, 2004

JUDAS PRIEST have confirmed that they have re-signed with Sony Music for the release of their upcoming studio album. The group's official statement on the matter is as follows:

"We are pleased to announce that Sony Music U.K. has re-signed the giants of Heavy Metal JUDAS PRIEST to a worldwide deal.

"Returning to the home of their classic albums, the definitive JUDAS PRIEST line-up of vocalist Rob Halford, lead guitarist Glenn Tipton, lead guitarist K.K. Downing, bassist Ian Hill and drummer Scott Travis are back.

"The long-awaited reunion of JUDAS PRIEST will thrill fans around the globe, and once again provide them with the opportunity to see and hear the band that defined Heavy Metal as we know it today.

"The band will be embarking on a World tour in June 2004 starting in Europe then on to the Ozzfest in the USA with further shows planned in South America, Japan, UK and all corners of the planet!

"This year's reunion tour and album will also celebrate the bands 30th anniversary."

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