Glenn Tipton

Glenn Raymond Tipton (born October 25, 1948 in Blackheath, England) is one of the lead guitarists for British heavy metal institution Judas Priest.

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October 25 - 1948 - Blackheath - England - Guitarists - Heavy metal - Judas Priest

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Tipton is best known for his complex, sometimes classically influenced solos and his legendary double lead guitar trades with fellow Priest guitarist K.K. Downing.

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Tipton's songwriting and technical control have long been hallmarks of the Judas Priest sound.

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In 1997 Tipton released his solo album Baptizm Of Fire, featuring a host of well-known musicians including Billy Sheehan, Cozy Powell and Don Airey, among others. Despite being largely ignored by the mainstream music press, it is considered a modern classic by many longime fans of Priest.

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Billy Sheehan - Cozy Powell - Don Airey

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