English heavy metal musician Robert John Arthur Halford was born on August 25, 1951.
He is known for his distinctive leather and studs look, which has become famous in the heavy metal genre, as well as his strong and versatile operatic vocal style. He has also worked on a number of side projects, such as Fight, Two, and Halford.
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He performs as the lead vocalist for the legendary rock band Judas Priest, which was founded in 1969 and won the 2010 Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance.
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Few vocalists in the history of heavy metal have had a sound that is as influential and readily recognized as Halford’s, according to AllMusic, who also noted that he can switch between a throaty growl and an ear-splitting falsetto with ease.
In 2009, Planet Rock listeners’ poll of the top rock vocalists placed him at No. 33.
Fans have also dubbed him “Metal God.” In 2022, he received the Award for Musical Excellence, which led to his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Judas Priest.
