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Old 04-20-11, 08:43 AM
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KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/bla...sitemID=157039

I am guessing that it must be health related since this was so abrupt and they are getting ready for the final world tour. KK will be missed \m/
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

Yeah, I can't imagine any reason why he'd leave the band so close to their final tour if it weren't health related. If it were anything else and Glenn & Rob couldn't work out their differences with K.K. that would be unforgivable under these circumstances.

I'm sure we'll find out more soon.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

Bummer

I'm glad I caught Priest on the 30th Anniversary British Steel tour, and I'm sure they'll be fine live without KK, but he is essential to the band.

It'd be like watching Maiden without part of Steve Harris and most of Dave Murray.

If it is indeed for health reasons, I hope he has a speedy recovery.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

Maybe it's to spend more time writing Harry Potter novels?
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

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Maybe it's to spend more time writing Harry Potter novels?
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

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APRIL 21st 2011
K.K. Downing press release

Dear friends,

It is with much regret that I will not be with you this summer. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your concerns about my health. Please rest assured that I am O.K.

There has been an ongoing breakdown in working relationship between myself, elements of the band, and the band's management for some time.

Therefore I have decided to step down rather than to tour with negative sentiments as I feel that this would be a deception to you, our cherished fans.

However I would urge you to please support the Priest as I have no doubt that it will be a show not to be missed.

All my love and respect,
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

this sucks... I'm glad he's not sick but its really crappy to leave just before a farewell tour.

I was looking forward to getting a VIP package for this tour and now KK will be missing.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

at his age it's probably kids graduating college, getting married or he wants to spend the summer playing golf instead of guitar
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

Originally Posted by Groucho
Maybe it's to spend more time writing Harry Potter novels?
Damn you for making me laugh while still having what I swear is a cracked rib. OUCH!
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

i don't blame him. he's already a multi-millionare ( i'm assuming ) so why not tap out and enjoy the rest of your life. Unless it's like the others have said- health related.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

Originally Posted by JOE29
Unless it's like the others have said- health related.
already answered:

There has been an ongoing breakdown in working relationship between myself, elements of the band, and the band's management for some time.

Therefore I have decided to step down rather than to tour with negative sentiments as I feel that this would be a deception to you, our cherished fans.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

I think it's a little shallow and self-serving to abandon the band this close to the finish line. Or maybe this is another one of those "farewell" tours that really isn't. If that's the case, I completely support him.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

I'm a fan, so I don't want to sound insensitive, but Priest hasn't done anything real significant since Painkiller, imo. The reunion tour is/was nice and all, and I even thought Angel of Retribution was alright, but this doesn't really sting like it would have say 20 or 30 years ago.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

Great Guitar player hope his still well.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

Anyone catch them American idol this week?
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

American Idol clip:

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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

maybe he didnt want to go on American Idol.
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Re: KK Downing "retires" from Judas Priest

Originally Posted by Deadman31
maybe he didnt want to go on American Idol.
If true, my respect for him just went up even more

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