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Universal acclaim- based on 86 Ratings
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Positive: 74 out of 86
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Mixed: 10 out of 86
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Negative: 2 out of 86
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Dec 31, 2016Definitely not your typical priest album, but a uniquely symphonic offering; meritorious in it's own right. Listen to it seamlessly, with an open mind and you'll understand why this is a truly underrated gem. Definitely worth a listen if you can find it on sale.
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Jul 31, 2014
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Jul 12, 2014Wow .. an epic album from Metal Gods !! This album is great!! 23 wonderful songs make this album a masterpiece...All songs are dramatic..Only Judas are able to make that album
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Nov 28, 2011
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DanielR.Jul 20, 2009Judas Priest took a risk with there latest studio album, some of the song were a bit too much of a departure, but the album still rocks.
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smackynopantsMay 9, 2009Great album, not the best but worth your money! I loved Nostradamus, Prophecy, Exiled and the song Death the most. It's heavy but slow so if that's not your thing then you probally won't like this album. Painkiller, angel of retribution and this one are now my top 3 priest albums!
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RodrigoGMar 16, 2009Great album, great story, great music. Full power, the best Metal album of the year.
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DaveSDec 16, 2008Very good album, some of the stuff was a bit to pop music for me, but over all i am happy i purchased it.
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MarkoPDec 16, 2008This album is best album that is ever done!
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SandeepDec 6, 2008I didn't like the album when i first heard it but now i love it. Tracks like prophecy, nostradamus, pestilence and plague, revelations and many more are simply superb. Rob's voice is outstanding and all those solos are simply great and those keyboards do add melody. It's a great album. Priest! Priest! Priest!
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DaneZDec 2, 2008Great album, its something new and different. Its a lot like Gods of War, it takes 2 or 3 listenings to really get into it.
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HughJ.Oct 23, 2008Nickadermis predicted the big one in Los Angeles and he predicted a plague of locusts. This album is to his predictions as cheese is to a sandwich.
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AndyD.Sep 19, 2008
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m3talSep 12, 2008Well, Im a big Maiden, Megadeth and Helloween fan. The only song I really listen to by Priest was Breaking the Law. Well I walked into a CD store, lookin for some new CD's. Then I came a cross this one, then BAM! Like, the prophecy, alone, death. future of mankind, nostradamus..just really amazed me. I guess you can add priest to my list of favorites now lol.
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HenrikS.Sep 11, 2008Best Priest album ever, very epic. A great story, told with awesome lyrics mixed with some amasing instrumental performances.
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FrankH.Sep 6, 2008
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EduardoL.Aug 29, 2008From Halford's powerful vocals, Tipton's and Downing's mesmerizing dual guitar riffs and solos, to the thunderous rythym section, this CD kicks ass. It does take a couple of listens, but it is definitely a great concept album.
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JakeH.Aug 27, 2008It wasn't my favorite album.
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GarryB.Aug 19, 2008If you listen to just 1 song listen to death (the entire song). If then you are not mesmerized into listening to the entire cd you should rethink your appreciation for what is true metal art.
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GeorgeD.Aug 6, 2008I've always felt that Judas Priest were a heavy metal band combining elements of hard rock, classical music and opera. This album confirms my belief. It is an absolute masterpiece. The vocals are hauntingly brilliant, the drumming (which I have never really noticed before) is superb, and the guitars are their best work to date. Their best album by a long shot.
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CliveN.Aug 4, 2008Totally different, but awseome. Gets better the more it is played.
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KreedJul 28, 2008
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NathanHJul 28, 2008
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GreggS.Jul 24, 2008This is an AWESOME album. Most of you people are idiots and can't see how good something is because you are used to the same old same old. Brilliant Album.. Sounds a little like Manowar Style.. Go Priest.
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BrentNJul 23, 2008An epic masterpiece!
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HalordV.Jul 18, 2008Masterpiece!
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e-jitAndersonJul 18, 2008
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AtoradioJul 16, 2008Great concept album!! As other metal bands are today swimming in circles (Iron Maiden, Saxon, etc.) Judas Priest continues to evolve and adapt to new tendencies taking us to new listening productions.
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ThomBakerJul 15, 2008Awesome. Almost sounds operatic at times, but, hey, it's Halford at the reigns and it sounds beautiful. It still tastes like Priest, the guitars are great, just like Glen and KK. I feel that this project will grow in appreciation with time, and even cross over to people with other music tastes. I can't wait for their next project, or the CONCERT in August (in Phoenix)
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JimM.Jul 11, 2008This is a great album. Some listeners will expect raging guitar and thundering drums but Priest changes it up on this one. Yes there is still a bit of that but there is so much more to this diverse band. It is melodic and moody which reminds me of "Sad Wings of Destiny." Great stuff.
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ChukTJul 11, 2008
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RogerW.Jul 10, 2008
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MarceloAJul 9, 2008Made me enjoy the difference of a band that is always the same. This album did not change its metal trend, it has enriched it.
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MissiT.Jul 9, 2008
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MusicLoverJul 6, 2008A masterpiece!!!
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DaveV.Jul 5, 2008This CD is horrible,...Growing up a die hard Priest fan,this CD is just Bad!
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HalordV.Jul 5, 2008Masterpiece!
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AndrewA.Jul 3, 2008It's a masterpiece.
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JoelSJul 2, 2008
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MikeOJun 30, 2008Better than most critics will admit, this CD does take some time to get used to. But keep listening! After several listening though, its really growing on me. "Persecution" is an absolute classic. A worthy CD from a great band.
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AdamB.Jun 26, 2008
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[Anonymous]Jun 26, 2008Love the album. At first it was different but after a few listens I love it! Can't get the songs out of my head!
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GlennC.Jun 26, 2008Unique ,original Concept album. The more you listen the more you like and understand what was to be acheived. Would love to see it live. I am going july 30 and hope to hear alot of new stuff.
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BlakeT.Jun 26, 2008
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EricE.Jun 26, 2008Great stuff from one of metal music legends! Ambitious and bold statement from musicians who are not afraid to do things their way. Lot´s of to appreciate for old fans of Priest but much fresh and surprising stuff too. Highly recommended!
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OliverDJun 22, 2008Excellent and different.
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TerrL.Jun 22, 2008In a time when most classic bands repackage the same old hits in different forms,its great to see a band put some effort in creating something different and new! Just sit back and let The Priest carry you away! All the harsh criticisms are not needed! It's only rock and roll not brain surgery.Crank it up and enjoy!
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RobertB.Jun 22, 2008
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JimP.Jun 22, 2008
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AndrewH.Jun 21, 2008Excellent metal concept charting the life of Nostradamus ranging from some hard hitting metal to mellow ballads with symphonic feel. As with most great metal albums it gets better every listen!
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MichaelL.Jun 20, 2008In a word: boring. After three great albums, this stinker should go down as their attempt at trying something different that didn't quite work. Ignore it, pretend it didn't happen and write something that deserves the moniker "Judas Priest"
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Awards & Rankings
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The songs themselves are hit or miss, with the emphasis falling on the latter, due mostly to an over-reliance on three-chord, midtempo filler, but as is the case with nearly every Priest offering, when they're on they're dead on.
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Nostradamus isn't likely to surprise you--this is softcore for the hardcore.
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Some of the music is brilliant, some is numbingly indulgent.