# Rockers Salute Judas Priest Bassist Ian Hill After Retirement

> Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retires after 50 years; musicians praise legacy.
- Title: Rockers Salute Judas Priest Bassist Ian Hill After Retirement
- Summary: Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retires after 50 years; musicians praise legacy. Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retired from the band after 50 years due to…
- Keywords: ian hill, judas priest, retirement, davey rimmer, arthritis, metal music, rock music, music, Rockers, Salute, Judas, Priest
- Source: Loudwire — https://loudwire.com/rockers-salute-judas-priest-ian-hill-retirement
- Published: 2026-10-09T16:02:43+00:00
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- Topics: ian hill, judas priest, retirement, davey rimmer, arthritis, metal music, rock music, music
## Ian Hill Retires From Judas Priest
Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill announced retirement after 50 years due to arthritis.
## Hill Missed First Show Since 1970
Hill missed his first Judas Priest show in 2026 after struggling with arthritis.
## Musicians Praise Hill's Career
Musicians like Frank Bello and Mike Inez thanked Hill for his contributions to metal music.

> Happy retirement Ian!! You’ve been showing us all the way to do it and we’ve loved & respected every minute of it.
## Davey Rimmer Joins as New Bassist
Uriah Heep's Davey Rimmer will join Judas Priest for 2027 tours starting immediately.
## Hill's Retirement Announcement Details
Hill retired due to 'evil arthritis' affecting knees, shoulders, and one band.
## Judas Priest 2027 Tour Dates
Judas Priest has European festival dates in June and July 2027 for their 2027 tour.
## Key takeaway

Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retired from the band after 50 years due to arthritis, with peers celebrating his career and Davey Rimmer joining as new bassist.