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Post by Monsters of Rock on Mar 28, 2021 14:33:16 GMT 10
Judas Priest: Turbo
When engaging in any Judas Priest discussion, every metalhead agrees on classics like Sad Wings of Destiny, Stained Class, British Steel, Screaming for Vengeance, Defenders of the Faith, Painkiller, etc. But when the conversation steers toward the band's output in the back half of the '80s, that's where things tend to get a bit dicey.
Just the mere mention of Turbo is often met with scrunched faces and cocked heads as ardent headbangers are reluctant to accept the guitar synth-driven 1986 album. It was a time where new technology was being embraced by every corner of the music market and even metal dabbled. Hell, Iron Maiden even put out Somewhere in Time in the same year, adapting to the latest trend as well and there was no escaping it. So why is Turbo always the album in the crosshairs?
Everyone likes to point out the cheesiness of the leading track, "Turbo Lover," but more than 30 years have passed. Is there any justification for staying this angry at the record? We don't think so! In fact, we're here to champion this album, to take the unpopular opinion and defend our faith in Judas Priest and their daring experimentation.
Side one
Turbo Lover
Locked In
Private Property
Parental Guidance
Rock You All Around the World
Side two
Out in the Cold
Wild Nights, Hot & Crazy Days
Hot for Love
Reckless
Loudwire Review website
When engaging in any Judas Priest discussion, every metalhead agrees on classics like Sad Wings of Destiny, Stained Class, British Steel, Screaming for Vengeance, Defenders of the Faith, Painkiller, etc. But when the conversation steers toward the band's output in the back half of the '80s, that's where things tend to get a bit dicey.
Just the mere mention of Turbo is often met with scrunched faces and cocked heads as ardent headbangers are reluctant to accept the guitar synth-driven 1986 album. It was a time where new technology was being embraced by every corner of the music market and even metal dabbled. Hell, Iron Maiden even put out Somewhere in Time in the same year, adapting to the latest trend as well and there was no escaping it. So why is Turbo always the album in the crosshairs?
Everyone likes to point out the cheesiness of the leading track, "Turbo Lover," but more than 30 years have passed. Is there any justification for staying this angry at the record? We don't think so! In fact, we're here to champion this album, to take the unpopular opinion and defend our faith in Judas Priest and their daring experimentation.
Side one
Turbo Lover
Locked In
Private Property
Parental Guidance
Rock You All Around the World
Side two
Out in the Cold
Wild Nights, Hot & Crazy Days
Hot for Love
Reckless
Loudwire Review website
