Amazing how they both kept pushing the boundaries and writing more complex guitar structures and solos as they got older, listen to Rock a rolla and then 20 years later they released painkiller really shows how proud of their craftsmanship KK and glen are.
@@lpc90 lol, Rocka Rolla. Also, lyrical development. Comparing Rocka Rolla lyrics to The Sentinel lyrically is like comparing a first grader's poem to Yeats. Good observation!
@@antinumerology As far as Metal goes, in my opinion definitely up there among with likes "Phantom Of The Opera" by Iron Maiden, "Wheels Of Confusion" by Black Sabbath, "One" by Metallica", "Lack Of Comprehension" by Death, "Arise" by Sepultura and "War Ensemble" by Slayer.
@@dad7335 no way iron maiden is better. Their modern day output is so up their ass in pussyville of fake prog it makes them look like a genesis wannabe. Motorhead kept it true through and through, not a single "bad" album.
My personal favorite song from Defenders Of The Faith......36 years after it was released, it still kicks ass! Not to mention...it's pretty difficult to play correctly too!
It's some of the best guitar tones I've heard in a song. Perfect use of reverb and pitch harmonics to create an intense atmosphere. That initial rift perfectly captures what it would be like to witness a colossal creature miles away roving between mountains in mist, undefeated.
I finally got to see Judas Priest for the first time this year. Rob Halford is 70 years old. Seeing them play this song live was one of the coolest concert moments of my life.
I understand that but why not give new music a chance? These bands have made their money and have had their place in society and history. Why not focus on new music breaking new grounds like Drake, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Morgan Wallen, Sam Smith, Zack Byran & Lady Gaga. This is what is hip now and what is celebrated in society. Why not give them a chance?
@@stallionstudios Not to disrespect those artists, but I would rather never hear music again than listen to their stuff. It's simply a matter of taste. I want to stress that as much as I dislike their music, my comment doesn't come from a place of hate. I'm glad that their music, however much I dislike it, makes people around the world happy. I mean that's an absolute win right there. That being said, I'll stick to my Sabaton, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden e.t.c.. (Though ska and punk definitely make their way on the list too.) I don't give a single ounce of a damn about what's "hip" or breaking new ground when it all sounds like the same ear-grating rubbish to me, I'll listen to stuff I like. If those artists fail, that's on those who consider this music hip.
Along deserted avenues Steam begins to rise The figure's primed and ready Prepared for quick surprise He's watching for a sign His life is on the line Sworn to avenge Condemned to hell Tempt not the blade All fear the sentinel Dogs whine in the alleys Smoke is on the wind From deep inside its empty shell A cathedral bell begins Ringing out its toll A storm begins to grow Sworn to avenge Condemned to hell Tempt not the blade All fear the sentinel Amidst the upturned burned-out cars The challengers await And in their fists clutch iron bars With which to seal his fate Across his chest in scabbards rest The rows of throwing knives Whose razor points in challenged tests Have finished many lives Now facing one another The stand-off eats at time Then all at once a silence falls As the bell ceases its chime Upon this sign the challengers With shrieks and cries rush forth The knives fly out like bullets Upon their deadly course Screams of pain and agony Rent the silent air Amidst the dying bodies Blood runs everywhere The figure stands expressionless Impassive and alone Unmoved by this victory And the seeds of death he's sown Sworn to avenge Condemned to hell Tempt not the blade All fear the sentinel Sworn to avenge Condemned to hell Tempt not the blade All fear the sentinel Sworn to avenge Condemned to hell Tempt not the blade All fear the sentinel Sworn to avenge Condemned to hell Tempt not the blade All fear the sentinel
This track is always brings me wings, while i ma running. I feel a power, i feel that i become more stronger, and i can running many hours because of this masterpiece.
Those people definitely have no clue.....I don't think there would be speed/thrash/power/hair Metal without the Priest developing their twin lead attack
This is a must listen to for new Priest Fans. If they want to know what they are about this is one of the songs they must listen to. AWESOME song. Love it.
@@henrydauseb2844 when I started with priest I went with screaming for vengeance, then I backtracked to point of entry, then British steel, then I drove real deep into the older stuff with sin after sin, sad wings of destiny. But if you want what I believe is the peak of Judas Priest, it's screaming for vengeance and defenders of the faith.
From this life-shaping record, for me at least, this song is absolutely in your face .....and this song stacks right up towards the top of all their shredders ...all time....in my opinion. Saw this tour,,.and they've played this multiple times throughout ....it never gets tired.
Judas Priest has always been underrated. Never under the same breath as Iron Maiden, Metallica, Megadeth, etc, but always more consistent. All Hail the Heavy Metal God!!!
Fuck yeah I cant believe it wasnt on Metal Works like wtf were they thinking not adding this on Metal Works I loved Metal Works but like how did they not put this song in there
@@TheABElia Completely disagree.You're highly misinformed. Judas Priest is consistently ranked among Top 3 or Top 4 heavy metal bands and it is widely considered that they're way ahead of Megadeth both in terms of consistency,influence and importance to the genre.Not to mention Rob Halford,who is considered by many to be one of,if not the greatest heavy metal singer of all time.
Priest literally created the genre of what we think of today as metal. They moved it away from butterfly collars and bell bottoms and brought in leather and studs. Maybe Kiss helped but they aren’t metal…
The lyrics from 3:11 onwards are the best part in my opinion. They're something I would straight up expect to read in a book, painting images in the head and so elegantly put together.
This was my 2nd Priest concert. Main floor, my keys rusted in my pocket. Pulled money out from my wallet and it was dripping sweat still. Went with 75 friends and we rocked the main floor. After the show I had to rinse my head in the drinking fountain before taking a much needed drink.
Such an iconic sound. Rob's voice over those dueling guitars. This should automatically be recognized as a vehicular speed exemption, cuz you know I'm going to be treating it as one anyway.
Been a metal fan for about 35 years, but until recently Priest somehow pretty much passed me by. I am now convinced they are the greatest metal band of all time. This is one of their masterpieces. Metal Gods indeed.
In my youth, I used to listen to The Sentinel before playing rugby. It always made me want to crack some skulls. Now, decades later, I just listen while calmly drinking a cup of tea. Still a great song!
I bought this album when it came out on vinyl, then on cassette for the car. This song was on every “mixed tape” i made. Bought it on CD, then itunes. Now its free online. And i still listen to it. Praise the Metal Gods!
Saw priest again friday@ the rock I was in awe rob is 72 Ian 73 and they just keep f****** rocking man newfound respect for priest always like them but now I think I love them
This is pure high quality heavy metal. One of the greatest of all time. Agressive, epic, fast, melodic, technic, feeling...
*Amen.*
To me, this is THE perfect heavy metal song
this is theme song for my life
Couldn't have put it better
This and heavy duty
Kids today will never know the power of PRIEST. 55 and I still blast priest..
They'll see the light. Once I was blind too. Now I can see and hear clearly.
As a 26-year-old man I love their works.
As a 32 yo woman, my very first metal concert was Priest back on 2008. So, there's a chance.
@@greciagonzalez1154 I hope I can go to see them in Tampere next month.
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This song should be nominated as the National Anthem of Heavy Metal!
Now bow
The way Rob screams "SWORRRRRN" (to avenge) is fucking magical
🤘😔🤘
Hahaha seriously dude
The lead guitar duel still gives me goosebumps after all these years.
Everytime
me too
The Greatest Metal Band Ever!
Have you heard the Piano arrangement some guy made for this??? So beautiful
Check out this version 😍 czcams.com/video/RHRGELe-u4I/video.html
The godly voice, the exciting guitars, the epic lyrics... My favourite Judas Priest song.
Couldn't said it any better
me too
its a kick butt song for suer!
Historians: How cool was metal on 80's?
Me: Volume 200%
With the "loudness " button pressed!
Exactly.
What ?!!! can't hear you !
exactly the same feeling!
Mine goes to 11
Who else is Binge watching These Metal Classics. ?
Tipton & Downing own this song. Hands down, one of the best Heavy Metal guitar duos ever!!!
THE
Underrated
Amazing how they both kept pushing the boundaries and writing more complex guitar structures and solos as they got older, listen to Rock a rolla and then 20 years later they released painkiller really shows how proud of their craftsmanship KK and glen are.
@@lpc90 lol, Rocka Rolla. Also, lyrical development. Comparing Rocka Rolla lyrics to The Sentinel lyrically is like comparing a first grader's poem to Yeats.
Good observation!
Tipton and Downing, Smith and Murray, Gorham and Robertson. All hail the 3 best guitar duos in history.
Let us also not forget Friedman and Mustaine.
The riffs in this song are just so intoxicating
And hard to play..
@@dvsbstrdheitz easy to play after 20 years of playing 😊
And the tone !
My favourite priest song. So underrated!!
SWORN TO AVENGE! CONDEMNED TO HELL!! TEMP NOT THE BLADE, ALL FEAR THE SENTINEL!!!!
Under-rated? It's one of their most popular songs
Have you heard the Piano arrangement some guy made for this??? So beautiful
UNDERRATED? HAHAHAHAHA
@@charliegaskins5735 Thank you so much for tipping us to the piano version, just listened to it, marvellous!
Underrated???!! ROFL!!!
This song is played in every in almost every concert
Heavy Metal at its finest! Legendary band, extraordinary song! Absolute masterpiece!
One of the finest pieces of Heavy Metal ever written...
Yeah... THE essence of Heavy Metal..!! ❤🤘
I AGREE!!!!!!!
Is this the best song ever recorded? I'm having trouble saying otherwise.
@@antinumerology As far as Metal goes, in my opinion definitely up there among with likes "Phantom Of The Opera" by Iron Maiden, "Wheels Of Confusion" by Black Sabbath, "One" by Metallica", "Lack Of Comprehension" by Death, "Arise" by Sepultura and "War Ensemble" by Slayer.
Metalheads will always keep returning to Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden.
As decreed by the gods of heavy metal.
And dont forget Led zeppelin influence for those bands.
And motorhead
Throw iron maiden out of the list and replace it with motorhead and saxon and its good.
@@kjone5086 I like mötorhead but come one iron maiden is better
@@dad7335 no way iron maiden is better. Their modern day output is so up their ass in pussyville of fake prog it makes them look like a genesis wannabe. Motorhead kept it true through and through, not a single "bad" album.
My personal favorite song from Defenders Of The Faith......36 years after it was released, it still kicks ass!
Not to mention...it's pretty difficult to play correctly too!
its their best song by far imo.
b
...sing too.
As for me this song is one of three songs describes Judas Priest: Painkiller, The Sentinel and Ram It Down. What a songs!
It's some of the best guitar tones I've heard in a song. Perfect use of reverb and pitch harmonics to create an intense atmosphere. That initial rift perfectly captures what it would be like to witness a colossal creature miles away roving between mountains in mist, undefeated.
The whole "heavy metal" summarised in just a song.
I finally got to see Judas Priest for the first time this year. Rob Halford is 70 years old. Seeing them play this song live was one of the coolest concert moments of my life.
Same here 🤘
I saw them on this tour back in the day, they played this song and most of the album, it was incredible, his vocals were way better live
Same!!
I understand that but why not give new music a chance? These bands have made their money and have had their place in society and history. Why not focus on new music breaking new grounds like Drake, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Morgan Wallen, Sam Smith, Zack Byran & Lady Gaga. This is what is hip now and what is celebrated in society. Why not give them a chance?
@@stallionstudios Not to disrespect those artists, but I would rather never hear music again than listen to their stuff. It's simply a matter of taste.
I want to stress that as much as I dislike their music, my comment doesn't come from a place of hate. I'm glad that their music, however much I dislike it, makes people around the world happy. I mean that's an absolute win right there.
That being said, I'll stick to my Sabaton, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden e.t.c.. (Though ska and punk definitely make their way on the list too.)
I don't give a single ounce of a damn about what's "hip" or breaking new ground when it all sounds like the same ear-grating rubbish to me, I'll listen to stuff I like. If those artists fail, that's on those who consider this music hip.
Hall of fame don't deserve them.
Heavy Metal, puro, años 80, Judas Priest..., gran tema, gran grupo, de lo mejor.
Defenders is my favorite JP album. If you ask me, they were at their pinnacle of songwriting during that era. Especially lyrically. A masterpiece!
It's such a solid album. Not one filler song on it.
Halford has always been an amazing story teller
what a lovely morning
Aam yisroel chai!
I can’t wait to crank it up !
Lovely and Isreal don’t go together
oy vey
Easily one of the best guitar riffs of all time
my favourite judas song
The first time you hear Priest, it's like Damn! Decades later it is still Damn! Every Time!
goddam,pure heavy metal from the masters.i m 42 and headbanging...metal for life...
Along deserted avenues
Steam begins to rise
The figure's primed and ready
Prepared for quick surprise
He's watching for a sign
His life is on the line
Sworn to avenge
Condemned to hell
Tempt not the blade
All fear the sentinel
Dogs whine in the alleys
Smoke is on the wind
From deep inside its empty shell
A cathedral bell begins
Ringing out its toll
A storm begins to grow
Sworn to avenge
Condemned to hell
Tempt not the blade
All fear the sentinel
Amidst the upturned burned-out cars
The challengers await
And in their fists clutch iron bars
With which to seal his fate
Across his chest in scabbards rest
The rows of throwing knives
Whose razor points in challenged tests
Have finished many lives
Now facing one another
The stand-off eats at time
Then all at once a silence falls
As the bell ceases its chime
Upon this sign the challengers
With shrieks and cries rush forth
The knives fly out like bullets
Upon their deadly course
Screams of pain and agony
Rent the silent air
Amidst the dying bodies
Blood runs everywhere
The figure stands expressionless
Impassive and alone
Unmoved by this victory
And the seeds of death he's sown
Sworn to avenge
Condemned to hell
Tempt not the blade
All fear the sentinel
Sworn to avenge
Condemned to hell
Tempt not the blade
All fear the sentinel
Sworn to avenge
Condemned to hell
Tempt not the blade
All fear the sentinel
Sworn to avenge
Condemned to hell
Tempt not the blade
All fear the sentinel
Thanks 👍
Thank you very much!
This guy sounds badass
@@pninnan Sounds like Doomguy
@@vicrattlehead5614 It is one hundred percent Doomguy XD
This track is always brings me wings, while i ma running. I feel a power, i feel that i become more stronger, and i can running many hours because of this masterpiece.
It’s heavy metal at it’s peak, I don’t care which decade you wanna compare it to
Metal Gods
That song changed my life in every way possible. I'm not the same since then...
I heard some fools saying Judas Priest is underrated. Are you kidding me? These guys practically invented the metal genre!
Those people definitely have no clue.....I don't think there would be speed/thrash/power/hair Metal without the Priest developing their twin lead attack
best song in metal history
That energy that even Red bull couldn't give 💥
that twin axe attack is legendary!
This is a must listen to for new Priest Fans. If they want to know what they are about this is one of the songs they must listen to. AWESOME song. Love it.
Agreed 💯 ♦️
Any more recommendations? New Priest fan here!
@@henrydauseb2844 when I started with priest I went with screaming for vengeance, then I backtracked to point of entry, then British steel, then I drove real deep into the older stuff with sin after sin, sad wings of destiny. But if you want what I believe is the peak of Judas Priest, it's screaming for vengeance and defenders of the faith.
@@henrydauseb2844 Nightcrawler, Hellrider, and Rising from Ruins are pure bangers.
@@howard2501yes they're friend
I can listen to that song 4 times a day and it never gets boring. One of the best Priest songs!
The one and only Rob , He's voice is unique .
From this life-shaping record, for me at least, this song is absolutely in your face .....and this song stacks right up towards the top of all their shredders ...all time....in my opinion. Saw this tour,,.and they've played this multiple times throughout ....it never gets tired.
4:30 - Favorite judas priest moment of all time.
One of the most epic underrated songs in metal.
Judas Priest has always been underrated. Never under the same breath as Iron Maiden, Metallica, Megadeth, etc, but always more consistent. All Hail the Heavy Metal God!!!
@@TheABElia To me they are way over..!! 👍🤘
Fuck yeah I cant believe it wasnt on Metal Works like wtf were they thinking not adding this on Metal Works I loved Metal Works but like how did they not put this song in there
@@TheABElia Completely disagree.You're highly misinformed.
Judas Priest is consistently ranked among Top 3 or Top 4 heavy metal bands and it is widely considered that they're way ahead of Megadeth both in terms of consistency,influence and importance to the genre.Not to mention Rob Halford,who is considered by many to be one of,if not the greatest heavy metal singer of all time.
Priest literally created the genre of what we think of today as metal. They moved it away from butterfly collars and bell bottoms and brought in leather and studs. Maybe Kiss helped but they aren’t metal…
The lyrics from 3:11 onwards are the best part in my opinion. They're something I would straight up expect to read in a book, painting images in the head and so elegantly put together.
ikr, its like something you expect to see in a Sanderson work or something
That's Judas Priest for you.
Rob, you magnificent beast
First Priest album I bought when I was 11. Still love it 40 years later.
Priest peaked with this album!
this is absolutely true. They never surpassed this.
Unfortunately this album stays in Screaming for vengeance shadow . . .
This was my 2nd Priest concert. Main floor, my keys rusted in my pocket. Pulled money out from my wallet and it was dripping sweat still. Went with 75 friends and we rocked the main floor. After the show I had to rinse my head in the drinking fountain before taking a much needed drink.
Have you heard the Piano arrangement some guy made for this??? So beautiful
@@charliegaskins5735 yes I have. Thank you Charlie.
A cutting edge through the hedgerows and beyond…
The Sentinel is what Painkiller wishes it was!
Such an iconic sound. Rob's voice over those dueling guitars. This should automatically be recognized as a vehicular speed exemption, cuz you know I'm going to be treating it as one anyway.
Rob's vocals could not be better on this track
Best song on the whole album
Nobody does it like JudasPreist NOBODY.
Judas Priest best song eve for me.
Halford is amazing as always. So much expression.
😢😢😢 que tiempos..., una de las mejores canciones...
Judas Priest is great.
My favorite Priest album
Judas Priest lo mejor del heavy metal
Es una masa esta banda 💪💪 lo que debe haber sido verlos en el 81/82, una locura
40 Years ago today.
Thank you JP.
My favorite Priest song. If there is such a thing. I have 30 favorites. I listen to this song the most i guess. Lol
The opening riff is illegal.
And extremely difficult to play after the initial part haha
@@chrishill7797 we're not aliens like them, after all
@@chrishill7797 I just learned this song and it seems like its for beginners, intermediate at best
I just can't get enough of this song
THEEEE SEEENNNTTTIINELLLL!!!!!!!
Came here after the sequel from kk's Priest : the return of the sentinel. Nerver forget thé classics 🤘🏽
this is the priest!
the best tune by judas priest
Absolutely
That first power chord. Man that's the shit. Love this song.
sworn to avenge condemned to hell!!
We made the same comment lol
ジューダスプリースト、スコーピオンズ、シンリジィ、UFO、マイケルシェンカーグループ、ジャーニー、AC／DC、レインボー、モーターヘッド最高。
That era of Judas, Iron Maiden and Whitesnake (the original lineup) and Rainbow and Deep Purple mk 2 were the best of my life.
Rob Halford is a God...
Imagine a Priest and Maiden tour, that would be the best thing in the world ever
I still believe priest is better than maiden.
I'm not gonna argue. Seen both live several times...priest...but that's not dissing maiden... Just a better show
it is
This will be my opening song for my first ever amateur muay thai fight. Wish me luck guys!
Bro I also chose this for my next fight. My first boxing match was Helloween's I Want Out 😃
Judas Priest
One of the best written and arranged songs ever produced
THE best Priest song ever!
Finest Heavy Metal! Heavy Metal Rules!
Been a metal fan for about 35 years, but until recently Priest somehow pretty much passed me by.
I am now convinced they are the greatest metal band of all time. This is one of their masterpieces.
Metal Gods indeed.
So cool how they both come together at the end of the solo battle and feed right into the song perfectly
No kidding, it's like a sexual battle
They should’ve played this during X-men days of future past
the voice of a soul disappeared in the deep of hell !!!
This is probably the best metal song ever
In my youth, I used to listen to The Sentinel before playing rugby. It always made me want to crack some skulls. Now, decades later, I just listen while calmly drinking a cup of tea. Still a great song!
The “Priest” guitar. A sound classification all its own! Unmistakable
It outstands me that this wasn't released as a single. Easily one of their greatest songs.
Some of the best Metal EVER!🤘🤘🤘
I bought this album when it came out on vinyl, then on cassette for the car. This song was on every “mixed tape” i made. Bought it on CD, then itunes. Now its free online. And i still listen to it. Praise the Metal Gods!
*-SECOND HAPPY FOURTY METAL GOD'S ANIVERSARY,LONG LIVE BRITISH HEAVY METAL.*
Saw priest again friday@ the rock I was in awe rob is 72 Ian 73 and they just keep f****** rocking man newfound respect for priest always like them but now I think I love them
I 💘 love you Christina Mae Bush...and our children..IT IS FINISHED..!! INTO YOUT HANDS I COMMEND ALL THE SOULS HERE
The riff at 2:11 is probably the best moment on the whole album
Judas Priest is 1 of a kind
I love me some mid 80s Priest.
I started playing guitar in 9080 ,british steel album,never looked back
No better way to start the day than with a heaping hunk of heavy metal.
riff brilliance
This is the only heavy metal song I've ever really liked.
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Seleccionas igual que yo,a mí me gusta oír de todo
Absolutely and utterly Epic.
This has got to be one of the best Judas Priest songs on the planet if not one of the best songs on the planet