Former JUDAS PRIEST Drummer LES BINKS Dead At 73

Former Judas Priest drummer Les Binks has died at 73 years previous.

Binks drummed for Judas Priest between 1977 and 1979, and performed on three releases – 1978’s Stained Class, 1979’s Hell Bent For Leather-based, and the 1979 dwell album Unleashed In The East. Binks would additionally spend two years drumming for KK’s Priest, the mission of former Judas Priest guitarist Okay.Okay. Downing, from 2019 to 2021.

Binks at the least obtained to see Judas Priest inducted into the Rock and Roll Corridor of Fame in 2022, as he was part of the lineup inducted. We lengthen our condolences to Binks‘ family and friends right now.

“We’re deeply saddened in regards to the passing of Les and ship our like to his household, buddies and followers,” wrote Judas Priest on their social media. “The acclaimed drumming he supplied was first-class – demonstrating his distinctive methods, aptitude, model and precision. Thanks Les – your acclaim will dwell on…..”