Firepower
by Judas Priest
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Mar 9, 2018
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. Q Magazine
    Mar 13, 2018
    60
    The shine wears off before the final, 14th, song. But it's fun until then. [May 2018, p.111]
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  2. Exclaim
    Mar 6, 2018
    50
    Firepower is exactly what you would expect of Priest almost 50 years into their career. It's well-produced, expertly executed and understandably quotidian.

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 70 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 70
  3. Negative: 6 out of 70
  1. Endron
    Mar 9, 2018
    10
    Great record. The production has been stellar and it souds miles better than Redeemer of Souls. Every song feels unique, there are some greatGreat record. The production has been stellar and it souds miles better than Redeemer of Souls. Every song feels unique, there are some great riffs that encapsulate theme of the particular song. Epic solos, spot on drums, bass and of course vocals from Rob Halford (who mostly stays in his middle, natural range for this album).

    Don't expect explosivness of the Painkiller or high pitched and artistic feel of Sad Wings of Destiny, this album as a whole sounds completely different than anything before and yet is the essence of Judas Priest, which is not a bad thing and I love it!

    Ten out of ten from a long time fan. m/    … Full Review »
  2. CommonS3ns3
    Mar 11, 2018
    10
    One of the best albums they have produced, Rob is pushing 67 and can still hit it. But you gotta remember these guys are 70 years old and canOne of the best albums they have produced, Rob is pushing 67 and can still hit it. But you gotta remember these guys are 70 years old and can still produce great music. That is something that is not even seen these days. If you like Judas Priest you will enjoy the album. I think its quite good.… Full Review »
  3. lparaujo2003
    Mar 11, 2018
    10
    FIrepower is fantastic album. Great chorus, guitars, drums and Rob Halford MAKES ME crying. The Metal God is a great vocal. Vida eterna aFIrepower is fantastic album. Great chorus, guitars, drums and Rob Halford MAKES ME crying. The Metal God is a great vocal. Vida eterna a Judas Priest.… Full Review »
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