Kitten Rescue
Rob Halford, the acclaimed Judas Priest vocalist, has gone above and beyond in his support for the organization Kitten Rescue. He previously endorsed the group, and in a more recent charitable act, Halford donated his much-talked-about cat t-shirts, all personally signed, to aid the group’s ongoing work. Kitten Rescue auctioned off these special items on their website.
Halford mentioned that his benevolent acts are stirred by the memory of a special cat that held a special place in his heart. Recalling in a 2020 interview, he stated, “I used to have a beautiful kitty cat called Ben, who lived a long life and then suddenly passed, like they all do. It’s like losing a family member.” He also expressed regret about his frequent absences due to his touring schedule and sees his Instagram cat t-shirt feature every Saturday as a fun way to compensate.
Halford has a few cats of his own at home.
Rob Halford
Birthday
August 25, 1951 (73)
Links (Tags)
Rob Halford is a celebrated English singer and songwriter, chiefly recognized for his influence and work as the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Judas Priest.
Emerging on the music scene with the band’s debut album “Rocka Rolla” in 1974, Halford established his signature style of operatic vocal range and an eclectic mix of high-pitched, guttural and falsetto notes. His performances on tracks such as “Breaking the Law,” “Painkiller,” and “Living After Midnight,” among others, have helped to shape the landscape of heavy metal music. Notable works of Halford also extend to his solo career, with albums like “Resurrection” and “Crucible,” which have been well-received by both critics and fans.
Collaborations and cross-pollinations in Halford’s career are numerous and influential, ranging from legends in the world of music to cultural luminaries. Music icons like Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi, Queen’s Brian May, and Metallica’s James Hetfield have shared the stage with him, acknowledging his influence in the industry. A memorable moment was when Halford filled in for Ozzy Osbourne during Black Sabbath’s performance at an Ozzfest concert in 2004. His collaboration with artists like Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden, Ronnie James Dio, and Alice Cooper, further cemented his reputation as a significant figure in heavy metal. Beyond the music world, he’s had interactions with individuals like Sam Dunn, a noted documentarian and anthropologist, featuring in Dunn’s acclaimed documentary “Metal: A Headbanger’s Journey.”
Throughout his music journey, Halford has been recognized for his significant contributions to heavy metal. In 2006, he received the “Golden God Award” from Metal Hammer Magazine, a clear testament to his substantial impact on the genre. Additionally, he was inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame as a member of Judas Priest in 2006. The band was also nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2020.
