The author reflects on their journey from a casual music listener to a newfound appreciation for Judas Priest. After a nostalgic exploration of their musical history—beginning with Steppenwolf’s classics, transitioning through FM Rock, and encountering new wave—the author finally attends a Judas Priest concert at age 60. Despite initial hesitations, the show, co-headlined with Alice Cooper, proves to be an exhilarating experience marked by Priest’s relentless energy and metal roots. The author leaves excited to explore more of the band’s discography.
What does the author’s shift in musical preferences say about the evolving nature of personal taste, and how might others experience similar transformative journeys with art later in life?
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