Heavy metal icons Judas Priest delivered a powerful and highly anticipated performance at Hellfest 2025 in Clisson, France, on June 21. Fans worldwide can now experience the full show thanks to a professional recording shared by ARTE Concert. This performance was a standout moment on the band’s current “Shield Of Pain” tour, which prominently celebrates the 35th anniversary of their classic 1990 album, Painkiller.
The “Shield Of Pain” tour has promised a “rare” and “unique set,” and Judas Priest certainly delivered at Hellfest. The band’s setlist prominently featured tracks from Painkiller, giving a special nod to the album’s significant milestone. Among the energized crowd, Judas Priest played seven songs from the celebrated record, including the title track, “Painkiller.” Other fan favorites from Painkiller that made the cut were “All Guns Blazing,” “Hell Patrol,” “A Touch Of Evil,” “Night Crawler,” “One Shot At Glory,” and “Between The Hammer And The Anvil.” This extensive inclusion of material from Painkiller offered a deeper dive into the album’s legacy for the devoted metal audience.
The “Shield Of Pain” tour’s goal to “defend the metal faith in a truly memorable experience” was undoubtedly realized in France, showcasing the band’s enduring power and the timeless appeal of their music.
Judas Priest Hellfest 2025 Setlist:
- “All Guns Blazing“
- “Hell Patrol“
- “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’“
- “Breaking The Law“
- “A Touch Of Evil“
- “Night Crawler“
- “One Shot At Glory“
- “Gates Of Hell“
- “Between The Hammer And The Anvil“
- “The Serpent And The King“
- “Giants In The Sky“
- “Painkiller“
Encore:
- “Hell Bent For Leather“
- “Living After Midnight“
Remaining Judas Priest 2025 Tour Dates:
Europe:
- Jul. 17, 2025: Sion, Switzerland @ Sion Sous Les Étoiles
- Jul. 19, 2025: Esch-sur-alzette, Luxembourg @ Rockhal
- Jul. 20, 2025: Oberhausen, Germany @ Rudolf Weber-ARENA
- Jul. 23, 2025: Scarborough, United Kingdom @ Scarborough Open Air Theatre
- Jul. 25, 2025: London, United Kingdom @ The O2
North America:
- Sep. 16, 2025: Biloxi, MS @ Mississippi Coast Coliseum
- Sep. 18, 2025: Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
- Sep. 20, 2025: Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
- Sep. 21, 2025: Franklin, TN @ FirstBank Amphitheatre
- Sep. 23, 2025: Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
- Sep. 24, 2025: Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
- Sep. 26, 2025: Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center
- Sep. 27, 2025: Saratoga Springs, NY @ Broadview Stage at SPAC
- Sep. 29, 2025: Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
- Oct. 1, 2025: Burgettstown, PA @ The Pavilion at Star Lake
- Oct. 2, 2025: Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
- Oct. 4, 2025: Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
- Oct. 5, 2025: Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
- Oct. 8, 2025: Wichita, KS @ Intrust Bank Arena
- Oct. 10, 2025: Colorado Springs, CO @ Broadmoor World Arena
- Oct. 12, 2025: West Valley City, UT @ Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
- Oct. 14, 2025: Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre
- Oct. 15, 2025: Wheatland, CA @ Toyota Amphitheater
- Oct. 18, 2025: Chula Vista, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
- Oct. 19, 2025: Inglewood, CA @ Kia Forum
- Oct. 22, 2025: Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
- Oct. 23, 2025: Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
- Oct. 25, 2025: Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater
- Oct. 26, 2025: Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
