Great return to Italy for the Judas Priest, legendary heavy metal band and world music institution, with only date in the Northeast of the “Faithkeepers Tour” on September 3, 2026, at the Park San Valentino a Pordenone.
Born in Birmingham, UK, in the late 60s, the Judas Priest They contributed significantly to defining the sound and imagery of the genre, establishing themselves with a powerful style, cutting riffs, and the unmistakable voice of frontman Rob Halford. International success came between the late 1970s and 1980s with milestone albums such as British Steel (1980), Screaming for Vengeance (1982), and Defenders of the Faith (1984), albums that contained legendary songs such as "Breaking the Law," "Living After Midnight," and "You've Got Another Thing Comin'." Over the course of their career, the band has released numerous successful albums, including Painkiller (1990), considered one of the masterpieces of heavy metal, and more recent works such as Firepower (2018) and Invincible Shield (2024), which were enthusiastically received by both fans and critics.
With over 50 million records sold worldwide, the Judas Priest They are among the most important groups in the history of hard rock and have influenced entire generations of musicians. Their career, studded with world tours and memorable concerts, was celebrated in 2022 with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a recognition that definitively establishes their fundamental role in the history of rock music. Today, the band continues to bring a powerful and spectacular show to stages around the world, confirming their status as heavy metal legends.
The concert is organized by Azalea.it in collaboration with Comune di Pordenone the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region, PromoTurismo FVG, Pordenone Blues & Co. Festival and Virgin Radio.
Another major event under the banner VERSO PORDENONE 2027, enriching the cultural and musical program that will lead the city to become the Italian Capital of Culture in 2027.
