Judas Priest Will NEVER Be The Same Again

KK is just a phone call away guys

Am I also understanding that Glenn Tipton is no longer with the band?

It's tough aging. I guess Rob's time is ticking. Will they replace him and keep going with no real members a la Foreigner? AKA Paul and Gene's dream of people going to see them but they're not even there?

Incredible career. Enjoy the time with family.

The most silent and unsung rock legend ever. True legend. You will be missed but deserve a great and blessed retirement. Thank you! Wrt the thumbnail, Priest will go on in the good hands of Rob and co. If Rob retires then there's still Scott, Richie and Andy to possibly usher in a "new generation" Judas Priest! Maybe see the return of Tim?Many will still support this.

Awesome Ian, a true legend, you’ve put in a monster shift dude, enjoy your retirement good sir.

He’s earned a happy retirement with the Fam.

I'm a life long metal head and Priest holds more slots in my collection than any other. Rob's hiatus and KK leaving on bad terms are the only two instances that messed with me. Glenn, and now Ian, have medical issues that warrant a blameless stepping out. I'm the same age as Scott Travis. Fortunately, he's a big stud and I don't see him going out anytime soon. And if Ian popped a bicep tendon up by the shoulder, don't skip the surgery. I blew a bicep tendon and after a year had the surgery while I still could and I'm glad.

I love the first two albums great memories

Sudden full time family is hazardous.

Happy Retirement Ian! You've earned it you old friend. How about we meet down at the Pub for a Pint or two to watch Birmingham clobber Manchester while we eat some fish & chips?

Never missed a show. How many of us can say we never missed a day of work?

The band should retire. They’ve had an amazing run but now nobodys left

I can’t believe some Heep fans are losing their mind thinking Dave will be leaving Heep. That is not the case. These days a lot of musicians are involved in multiple projects.

for me they are not the same since Turbo lover ….i'm a fan of the old era….but they made good songs after also ….but never keep the interest….too much music/too much bands/ others sometimes more interesting ( matter of taste)

56 years of dedication is good enough. I saw Judas Priest at their peak of their game. I’ll enjoy those memories and still listen to their Halford catalog.

Happy retirement! Ian more than put in his time. It’s hard to let it go, I’m sure, but he will always be a rocker. I hope he passes his love of bass down to his family now that they’ll be spending more time together.

is he native?

Who's judas priest?

Seen them many times ! Going way back to Screaming For Vengeance . It’s not gonna b the same . Rob , you are the last man standing !

Come on, brother… You've earned it. We'll have your music to listen to Forever. You need to take care of yourself. Enjoy your fam.