Judas Priest’s Unbreakable Bonds: Rob Halford,
Richie Faulkner, and Crew Unite in ‘Bound by Riffs’,
a Heartfelt Documentary Showcasing the Band’s
Camaraderie, Loyalty, and Unshakeable
Brotherhood Forged in Heavy Metal
In a world where bands are often defined by their
hits or feuds, Judas Priest stands as a towering
exception — a band defined by loyalty, resilience,
and an unwavering bond forged in the fires of heavy
metal. That story comes roaring to life in Bound by
Riffs, an emotionally charged, behind-the-scenes
documentary premiering this fall, capturing the
unshakable brotherhood between frontman Rob
Halford, guitarist Richie Faulkner, and the crew that
has kept the engine of Priest running for over five
decades.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Alison Ellwood
(Laurel Canyon, History of the Eagles), Bound by
Riffs goes far beyond the stage and studio. It’s not
just a rockumentary — it’s a celebration of survival,
second chances, and the unique, iron-clad chemistry
that has allowed Judas Priest to weather changing
trends, personal trials, and even near-death
experiences without losing their soul.
A Brotherhood Born in Metal
The film opens with Halford seated alone in an empty rehearsal hall, his voice measured yet filled with reverence: “We weren’t just making music. We were building something eternal. And eternal things don’t break easy.” That tone of introspection permeates the entire documentary, as Halford, now in his 70s, reflects on the challenges that tested Priest’s core — and the family that emerged stronger for it.
Much of the emotional heart of Bound by Riffs centers around Richie Faulkner, the younger guitar phenom who stepped into Judas Priest in 2011 after the departure of longtime member K.K. Downing. Initially seen by some fans as a wildcard addition, Faulkner
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