KK'S PRIEST Hits Los Angeles on North American Tour

KK'S PRIEST recently took the stage at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, California, as part of their 2026 North American tour. Performing as the special guest for W.A.S.P.'s 1984 To Headless tour, the band delivered a high-energy performance on Friday, September 11.

The group features former Judas Priest members K.K. Downing on guitar and Tim "Ripper" Owens on vocals, supported by A.J. Mills, Tony Newton, and Sean Elg. Their 12-song setlist was a blend of original material and classic covers. The band performed tracks from their two studio albums, Sermons Of The Sinner (2021) and The Sinner Rides Again (2023), alongside legendary Judas Priest hits such as Breaking The Law and Turbo Lover. Notably, the show included Heading Out To The Highway and You've Got Another Thing Comin'", songs the group had not previously performed.

In discussions regarding their live shows, vocalist Tim Owens has noted the challenge of balancing their setlist. While some fans have requested more songs from Owens' era with Judas Priest, he explained that the technical requirements of their stage production make it difficult to learn and integrate new songs while actively touring.

KK'S PRIEST was formed by Downing after he was unable to rejoin Judas Priest for their 50th-anniversary celebrations. Downing, who left his former band in 2011, created this new project to continue his passion for heavy metal. Owens, who recorded two albums with Judas Priest between 1996 and 2003, joined Downing to complete the powerhouse lineup.

The North American tour with W.A.S.P. is scheduled to continue across the United States and Canada, concluding on October 31.

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