K.K.’s statement about Glenn’s retirement:
The news that Glenn has finally been forced to come to terms with his unfortunate condition long term came with deep regret and sadness for me. Equally, this ending of our guitar duo era is also something that I have to come to terms with. The insatiable appetite that myself and Glenn had for creating inspired and unique music for the world to enjoy for many decades, is something that can never be erased. However, everyone who has witnessed the evolution of our beloved music must come to terms with the fact that things will inevitably change, or just simply end.
I have to state with great sadness also that I am shocked and stunned that I wasn’t approached to step into my original role as guitarist for Judas Priest. Whether I could have stepped back into the band or not, the potential for this situation arising never entered my head when I departed – although I too am officially and legally still a member of Judas Priest.
However, I know now more clearly than ever that I did the right thing by leaving the band when I did – as it seems that my time spent in the band, and my value in terms of crafting its huge legacy, was and is unappreciated by more than one member. I sincerely hope, for the fans’ sake, that the decision not to approach me was not a financial one.
I know Andy Sneap – and he is one of the greatest contributors to rock and metal that you will ever have the privilege to meet. To that end I have no doubt that his contribution to the new Judas Priest album was much more than just as a producer. All that’s left is for you the fans to go out and enjoy the band as it is, in order to complete a part of music history in which every one of you has played such an important role.
K.K.
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As a long time priest fan (since about 12) 30-something years… Priest will always be a staple in my musical tastes.
K.K. thank you for all your contributions in the odyssey… you will always be a member of Judas Priest to me… and millions of others.
Peace, truth, freedom and a long healthy and happy life to you, yours and all the Priest Family (band, fans and supporters)
C.K.
He was stunned that they did not approached him?
His value in the band was not appreciated by more than one member?
He hopes the decision for not approaching him was not a financial one?
My question….why he really walked out from the band ha?
Let’s enjoy what is left of our beloved great metal band!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘
Ugh. Well that was bittersweet at best. I had thought to myself how neat it would have been if KK came back to fill Glenns shoes, I guess I wasn’t the only one. Not sure what all transpired for KK to leave the band but he did ‘leave’. Should they have know that he would have wanted to come back to replace Glenn?? I didn’t enjoy reading this article hearing the bitterness in it. I love this band. WIsh Ken would have found a way to stay in it. Maybe he can collaborate on the next album since he’s officially still a member.