On this day April 14, 1986, Judas Priest released their tenth studio album Turbo, a record that saw the band embrace a more polished, synth infused sound while still delivering heavy metal energy. The album reached number 17 on the US Billboard 200 and introduced a new sonic direction that both surprised and excited fans.
Turbo featured the use of guitar synthesizers, giving tracks like Turbo Lover and Locked In a more futuristic and accessible feel. While it divided some longtime listeners, the album helped expand the band’s audience and brought a sleek 80s vibe to their powerful riff driven style. Lyrically and musically, the album explored themes of speed, desire, and rebellion, all wrapped in a high tech metal package that reflected the era’s obsession with technology and flash.
Fun fact: Turbo was originally planned as a double album called Twin Turbos, but the idea was scaled down the leftover tracks later appeared on Ram It Down.
Trivia question: What 1986 Judas Priest album featured guitar synthesizers and included the hit Turbo Lover?
Turbo featured the use of guitar synthesizers, giving tracks like Turbo Lover and Locked In a more futuristic and accessible feel. While it divided some longtime listeners, the album helped expand the band’s audience and brought a sleek 80s vibe to their powerful riff driven style. Lyrically and musically, the album explored themes of speed, desire, and rebellion, all wrapped in a high tech metal package that reflected the era’s obsession with technology and flash.
Fun fact: Turbo was originally planned as a double album called Twin Turbos, but the idea was scaled down the leftover tracks later appeared on Ram It Down.
Trivia question: What 1986 Judas Priest album featured guitar synthesizers and included the hit Turbo Lover?
