Person · Male
Tim “Ripper” Owens
- From
- Akron, United States
- Since
- 1967–present
- Releases
- 6
- heavy metal
- metal
About
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 was given the nickname "Ripper" from his Judas Priest audition. Like his predecessor in Judas Priest, Owens has been noted for his powerful and wide ranging operatic vocal style.
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In 2020, Owens was announced as the frontman for the band KK's Priest, which also features former Judas Priest member KK Downing.
Member of
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Judas Priest lead vocals
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Iced Earth lead vocals
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Dio Disciples lead vocals
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KK’s Priest lead vocals
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Masters of Voices lead vocals
Discography
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Supporting musician
Also known as
Timothy Steven Owens
Identifiers
- MusicBrainz
- 5d61bd85-d2d1-4945-8982-6f85cb206dbc
- ISNI
- 0000000360694510
Data from MusicBrainz, saved 8 Nov 2026. Photo from Wikimedia Commons, covers from the Cover Art Archive and Apple Music.