# Judas Priest Bassist Ian Hill Retires

> Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retires after 57 years due to arthritis, replaced by Davey Rimmer.
- Title: Judas Priest Bassist Ian Hill Retires · Consequence | Shortify
- Summary: Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retires after 57 years due to arthritis, replaced by Davey Rimmer.
- Keywords: judas priest, ian hill, davey rimmer, uriah heep, richie faulkner, elegant weapons, scott travis, andy sneap, glenn tipton, parkinson's, music, culture
- Source: Consequence — https://consequence.net/2026/10/judas-priest-retirement-bassist-ian-hill
- Published: 2026-10-09T13:05:40+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: judas priest, ian hill, davey rimmer, uriah heep, richie faulkner, elegant weapons, scott travis, andy sneap, glenn tipton, parkinson's, music, culture
## Ian Hill Retirement Announcement
Judas Priest announced bassist Ian Hill's retirement due to physical setbacks.
## Ian Hill's 57-Year Career
Ian Hill joined Judas Priest in 1970 and played on all studio albums.
## Davey Rimmer Replacement
Davey Rimmer from Uriah Heep and Elegant Weapons replaces Hill.
## Ian's Retirement Message
Ian Hill stated he retired due to advanced arthritis and neglected family life for 57 years.

> Hello everyone, for a long time now, when asked "how long can you continue", I've always answered "until my performances suffer"... I hate to say it, but that time has come.
## Replacement Details
Davey Rimmer performed at London show after Hill snapped tendon in left shoulder.
## Key takeaway

Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retires after 57 years due to arthritis, replaced by Davey Rimmer.