Judas Priest is keeping busy with a co-headlining tour with Alice Cooper, a documentary in production, and a new album, “Invincible Shield,” released earlier this year….

**🎸 Heavy Metal Icons Judas Priest Stay on Fire: Co-Headlining Tour with Alice Cooper, New Album *Invincible Shield*, and Documentary in the Works**

 

Judas Priest, the legendary pioneers of heavy metal, are showing no signs of slowing down. In 2025, the band is riding high with a **massive co-headlining tour alongside shock-rock legend Alice Cooper**, a **critically acclaimed new album**, and an **in-depth documentary currently in production** — giving fans a full-throttle dose of metal glory.

 

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### 🧨 Co-Headlining Tour with Alice Cooper: A Match Made in Metal Heaven

 

Fans across the globe are ecstatic as Judas Priest and Alice Cooper have joined forces for one of the most anticipated tours of the year. Dubbed **“The Invincible Insanity Tour,”** the show promises a powerful blend of theatrical shock rock and classic British metal.

 

* **Tour Highlights:**

 

* 30+ stops across North America and Europe

* Priest delivering hits like *”Breaking the Law”*, *”Painkiller”*, and *”Electric Eye”*

* Alice Cooper bringing back fan-favorite stage theatrics, from guillotines to giant Frankenstein puppets

* Setlist teases include **deep cuts** and **brand-new material** from both artists

 

> *“This is going to be a show to remember — pure, raw, unapologetic rock ‘n’ roll,”* said Rob Halford in a pre-tour press conference.

 

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### 💿 *Invincible Shield*: The New Album That Reinforces Their Legacy

 

Released in early 2025, **Judas Priest’s new studio album *Invincible Shield*** is already being hailed as one of their strongest releases in decades. The album combines the aggressive energy of *Painkiller* with the melodic craftsmanship of *Firepower*, offering a sound that’s both classic and forward-thinking.

 

* **Tracklist Highlights:**

 

* “Panic Attack” – a fast-paced, riff-heavy opener

* “The Serpent’s Tongue” – dark and theatrical, with Halford’s soaring vocals

* “Invincible Shield” – the anthemic title track that’s already become a live staple

 

Critics and fans alike have praised the album for its ferocity and musical maturity. **Rolling Stone** called it *“a masterclass in heavy metal craftsmanship.”*

 

> *“We wanted to make something that could stand tall with the best of our work — something that feels like Priest, but reflects where we are today,”* said Glenn Tipton.

 

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### 🎥 Documentary in Production: The Untold Story of Judas Priest

 

Currently in production is a **feature-length documentary** chronicling the band’s five-decade legacy. The project will include **rare archival footage**, **personal interviews** with current and former band members, and behind-the-scenes access to the making of *Invincible Shield* and the 2025 tour.

 

The documentary, tentatively titled **“Defenders of the Faith: The Judas Priest Story,”** will:

 

* Explore the band’s rise from Birmingham steel town roots to global superstardom

* Highlight Rob Halford’s impact as a pioneering LGBTQ+ figure in metal

* Dive into dramatic moments: lineup changes, health battles, and landmark tours

 

Set for release in **early 2026** on a major streaming platform (rumored to be Netflix or Amazon Prime), the film is expected to be a definitive look at Judas Priest’s enduring legacy.

 

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### 🔥 Still Raising Hell After 50 Years

 

With Halford still delivering searing vocals, Richie Faulkner shredding with renewed energy, and Scott Travis anchoring the rhythm section, Judas Priest continues to show the younger generation how it’s done.

 

Their message to fans?

 

> *“We’re not done. Not even close. The Priest will always rise.”*

 

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**Upcoming Tour Dates, Album Streaming Info, and More:**

 

* 🔗 [Official Judas Priest Website](https://www.judaspriest.com) *(for tickets and merch)*

* 🔊 *Invincible Shield* now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, and vinyl/CD retailers

* 🎬 Documentary updates expected late 2025

 

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le Shield*, or a mock-up trailer script for the upcoming documentary?