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Confess

Written by: Rob Halford
Narrated by: Rob Halford
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 The legendary frontman of Judas Priest, one of the most successful heavy metal bands of all time, celebrates five decades of heavy metal in this tell-all memoir.

Most priests hear confessions. This one is making his.

Rob Halford, front man of global iconic metal band Judas Priest, is a true "Metal God." Raised in Britain's hard-working, heavy industrial heartland, he and his music were forged in the Black Country. Confess, his full autobiography, is an unforgettable rock 'n' roll story-a journey from a Walsall council estate to musical fame via alcoholism, addiction, police cells, ill-fated sexual trysts, and bleak personal tragedy, through to rehab, coming out, redemption . . . and finding love.

Now, he is telling his gospel truth.

Told with Halford's trademark self-deprecating, deadpan Black Country humor, Confess is the story of an extraordinary five decades in the music industry. It is also the tale of unlikely encounters with everybody from Superman to Andy Warhol, Madonna, Jack Nicholson, and the Queen. More than anything else, it's a celebration of the fire and power of heavy metal.

Rob Halford has decided to Confess. Because it's good for the soul.

Named one of the Best Music Books of 2020 by Rolling Stone and Kirkus Reviews Biographies & Memoirs Entertainment & Celebrities Music Witty

What the critics say

"For nearly half a century, Halford has been the voice of Judas Priest, screaming for vengeance against nonbelievers."
—Rolling Stone
"Rob Halford though is one of the few metal musicians who actually has a story worth hearing....Confess, true to its title, doesn't hold back....Confess manages to be both dark and at times endearing. Halford's openness, despite some dark themes, allows for his humor to shine through....It may have taken a while for Halford to tell his story, but it was certainly worth the wait."
—New Noise
"Raw and searingly moving, Confess will delight metal heads and music fans alike."—GQ
"Confess can't be reduced to a collection of salacious gay encounters, cocaine binges or romanticized rock'n'roll horror stories. It's a cautionary tale that offers redemption through courage and the changing of times. It's a treasure-trove of heavy metal nuggets and anecdotes that any rock-blog dork would lose their mind over. But most importantly, it's a beautiful exploration of the human condition and one man's capacity for love and self-love."—Forbes
"[Halford] didn't pull any punches and he didn't leave anything out. I thought that was very courageous...very heartfelt and very real."—Buzz Osborne, Melvins
"Rob Halford led Judas Priest, and heavy metal itself, out of the Midlands and into the bigtime."
—The Guardian
"Deliciously readable...Confess is a warts-and-all rock'n'roll confessional."—Esquire
"Confess is no hyperbole: Halford bares his soul."—Revolver Magazine
"[Halford's] language is vivid and personal...and his tale is compelling. As he tells the story of Judas Priest...he weaves in any number of funny, heartbreaking, and interesting tidbits about the obstacles he encountered and the many famous people he has met along the way."—Rolling Stone
"Confess is a must-read for Judas Priest fans as it is written from a place of honesty and passion while done with integrity....a page-turner."—Sonic Perspectives
"Essential reading for any fan of hard rock."
—Jewish Journal
"Whether guiding the reader through the highs and lows of the Judas Priest machine, or through harrowing struggles with his sexuality and cocaine addiction, Halford's ability to let his humble working-class British upbringing and a wisecrack poke through the events depicted in his autobiography, Confess, gives an uplifting aura to even the darkest parts of his life story....It's that sense of introspection that drives what ends up being the most compelling, and inspiring parts of Halford's story....It's the introspective -- and brutal honesty -- of Halford's off-stage struggle that truly lifts his autobiography from a library checkout to a must-purchase."—Blabbermouth
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Always been a huge fan of Rob and Priest! Good bless heavy metal. Peace out!

Loved it!

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Almost like a Shakespearean tragedy, Rob Halford's memoir is a reflection of a rockstar trapped in the closet and a victim of his own success. Instead of the usual boring tales of sex with countless groupies and drunken run ins with police in an Italian exotic sports car, Halford's story is one of decades of personal frustration, abuse, and the black hole that can come from success. I've always been a huge fan of Priest and some of Halford's solo work, having gone through my own share of tradgeies and used his music as a support to get me through. That said, learning how how he poured his pain, tears and guts into crafting that music, makes it all the more special to me. Though, and I'm not remotely homophobic, I may stop belting out classics like Jawbreaker while driving in my car, having learned it's true meaning. Or maybe I will, I can't help myself.

I highly recommend this book, read by HRH Metal God himself, if you are looking for an honest and refreshing take on behind the scenes lives of rock and roll. He has touched so many lives with his music, and is the unofficial rock spokesman for gay rights, even if he never wants to be too political. Enjoy, I couldn't put it down until I was finished, and neither will you!

Finally a refreshing bio from a Rock God!

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Being a huge Halford and preist fan i was really looking forward to this.
Rob is a fantastic narrator, and in his down time should consider doing it between gigs for other books.
The book is extremely well written, it's quirky, heart breaking, funny, sad, and very positive every emotion you can have you will feel in this book.
Good job and well done.
I pray you never stop screaming your titts off.

The best autobiography yet.

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Kept me glued from start to finish, another reviewer mentioned Halford sounds like the narrator from Thomas the Tank Engine and it stuck in my head throughout. He’s an excellent story teller.

Bloody brilliant

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really interesting read on the rise of the Metal God. highly recommend for any fans of Judas Priest.

The Metal God!!

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This audible book was so freaking good! I wanted more when it was finished! Loved loved 😍 ❤️ ♥️

Rob Heavy Metal Halford

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I learned so much more about the Metal God! I grew up listening to Judas Priest and still listen to them today. Rock on Rob!

Wonderful Audiobook

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It was so great to hear Rob's story. He is captivating. Enjoyed it so much I've bought his other book and can't wait to dive in. He is definitely the Metal God! :)

Great Book!

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I especially love the fact that Rob Halford himself narrated the book. top notch and almost 12 hours long.

loved it

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I started the book first. i quickly realized that i wanted to hear the stories from The Metal Gods lips. i am glad i did !

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