Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Heavy Duty” by Judas Priest.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Defenders of the Faith (1984)
Defenders of the Faith followed directly in the vein of Screaming for Vengeance, delivering another set of hard, punchy metal songs aimed squarely at their growing arena audience. It has aged well and features consistently strong songwriting throughout.
All of Defenders of the FaithJudas Priest
Judas Priest are a heavy metal band from Birmingham, England, formed in 1969. They helped define the sound and look of heavy metal through the late 1970s and 1980s, building a catalog of hard-riffing records with Rob Halford's wide-ranging vocals at the center. Over more than five decades they have gone through lineup changes and stylistic shifts but remained one of the most influential acts in the genre.
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Good to know
What key is "Heavy Duty" in?
"Heavy Duty" by Judas Priest is in A major.
What is the tempo of "Heavy Duty"?
"Heavy Duty" plays at around 79 BPM in 2/4 time.
What chords are in "Heavy Duty"?
The core progression is G, A, C, D, E, and E7, built around the A major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Heavy Duty"?
The recording features distorted electric guitars, drums, bass guitar, and vocals.
Can I get "Heavy Duty" drums sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Heavy Duty" by Judas Priest, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Heavy Duty" drums sheet music easy to play?
"Heavy Duty" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 79 BPM in A major with 6 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.
Is there an easy, beginner version of "Heavy Duty" drums sheet music?
Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Heavy Duty" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.
What album is "Heavy Duty" on?
"Heavy Duty" appears on Defenders of the Faith (1984).
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