It's one of the most legendary and controversial stories in all of metal: The Metal God, Rob Halford, has left Judas Priest. To help break down this impossible situation, host Duff is joined by a special guest, Eli from the popular YouTube channel Dark Hymns From the Cold North.

Together, they dive deep into Jugulator, the 1997 album that introduced tribute band singer Tim "Ripper" Owens to the world. They're exploring the massive sonic shift to a darker, 90s groove metal sound, the incredible "fan becomes frontman" story that inspired the movie Rock Star, and the powerhouse performance that divided the metal community.

Find our special guest Eli on YouTube! ➡️ Dark Hymns From the Cold North: http://www.youtube.com/@darkhymnsfromthecoldnorth

In this Duff Dive, Duff and Eli explore:

• The departure of Rob Halford and the monumental task of finding a new singer.
• The incredible true story of Tim "Ripper" Owens joining his favorite band.
• The album's controversial shift to a heavier, darker, groove-oriented sound.
• The connection to the Mark Wahlberg movie, Rock Star.
• A breakdown of key tracks like "Blood Stained," "Burn in Hell," and the Grammy-nominated "Bullet Train."

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