On This Day: May 17, 1988 - Judas Priest Released Their Eleventh Album Ram it Down

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On This Day: May 17, 1988 - Judas Priest Released Their Eleventh Album Ram it Down.

On this day May 17, 1988, Judas Priest released their eleventh studio album Ram it Down. The album reached number 31 on the Billboard 200 and marked the end of an era before the band fully embraced a heavier sound with their next release. Known for its mix of traditional metal riffs and experimental elements, Ram it Down served as a transition between the band’s earlier style and the more aggressive tone that would come with Painkiller.

The album featured tracks like the title song Ram it...
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