Tim “Ripper” Owens
lead vocals
b. 1967 in Akron
Timothy S. "Ripper" Owens (born September 13, 1967) is an American heavy metal singer who currently performs with KK's Priest, Spirits of Fire, the Three Tremors and "The Tim Ripper Monster Energy Big Band". He first gained attention as the lead singer of Judas Priest and then Iced Earth. He took the nickname "Ripper" from the Judas Priest song "The Ripper" during his time in the tribute band British Steel. Like his predecessor in Judas Priest, Owens has been noted for his powerful and wide ranging operatic vocal style. In 2020, Owens was announced as the frontman for the band KK's Priest, which also features former Judas Priest member KK Downing.
Early life
Owens was born in Akron, Ohio, on September 13, 1967. He graduated from Kenmore High School in 1985.
Every band they have passed through, with what they played and when — and whether they were there at the start.
Where they came from, where they are, and who they are to other people.
- Born
- 1967-09-13 · Akron
- Schooled at
- Berklee College of Music, Kenmore High School
- Also works as
- singer, guitarist
- Plays
- voice
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- Interviews on YouTube →newest first
- Recent news & comments →Google News
- Blabbermouth →metal press
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