Scott Travis remains an active and integral member** of Judas Priest, having joined the band in **1989** and recorded every album with them since then, including their latest, *Invincible Shield* (2024) ([en.wikipedia.org][1]).<\/p>\n
* In interviews, he\u2019s expressed enthusiasm about the band\u2019s future: Travis and guitarist Richie Faulkner have confirmed that they **hope to begin work on a new album in 2026** ([huifu.biz][2]).
\n* Far from departing, Travis has been musically active outside of Priest as well \u2014 for example, he\u2019s joined tribute bands like PRIEST\/DC and AC\/DC cover acts, but these have been side projects, not signs of leaving Judas Priest ([blabbermouth.net][3]).<\/p>\n
—<\/p>\n
### \ud83d\udd0d Why the Rumor Might Be Floating Around<\/p>\n
* **No official announcement** has been made by Travis, Judas Priest, or any reputable outlet.
\n* The most recent legitimate Judas Priest news includes:<\/p>\n
* The passing of former drummer **Les Binks** in April 2025 ([people.com][4]).
\n* Travis and Faulkner confirming both the *Shield Of Pain* tour and plans for a **2026 album** ([huifu.biz][2]).<\/p>\n
—<\/p>\n
### \ud83e\uddfe Current Outlook for Judas Priest<\/p>\n
* The band is still touring (including their 2025 *Shield Of Pain* European tour and upcoming South America dates) .
\n* Work is expected to start on a new studio album in **2026**, with Travis fully committed to the process ([huifu.biz][2]).<\/p>\n
—<\/p>\n
### \ud83c\udfaf The Final Take<\/p>\n
* **Scott Travis is not leaving Judas Priest** \u2014 there’s absolutely **no cause for concern** among fans.
\n* He remains a driving force behind the band\u2019s live performances, creative energy, and the exciting promise of **new music on the horizon**.
\n* The rumor appears to be either a **clickbait title** or a misinterpretation of unrelated band changes (such as Les Binks\u2019 passing or lineup shifts many years ago).<\/p>\n
—<\/p>\n
If any credible announcement were to surface \u2014 an official statement from Judas Priest\u2019s website, a band press release, or an interview published by a respected music outlet or major news publisher \u2014 it\u2019d be covered widely and confirmed by now. Until then, Judas Priest fans can rest easy: **Scott Travis isn\u2019t going anywhere**.<\/p>\n
Would you like me to send you updates on Judas Priest\u2019s 2026 album progress or tour plans once they begin?<\/p>\n
[1]: https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Scott_Travis?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Scott Travis”
\n[2]: https:\/\/huifu.biz\/article\/scott-travis-judas-priest-hopes-to-work-on-next-album-in-2026?utm_source=chatgpt.com “SCOTT TRAVIS: JUDAS PRIEST Hopes To Work On Next Album In 2026 (2025)”
\n[3]: https:\/\/blabbermouth.net\/news\/watch-scott-travis-performs-judas-priest-and-ac-dc-classics-with-priest-dc-in-auburn-california?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Watch: SCOTT TRAVIS Performs JUDAS PRIEST And AC\/DC Classics With PRIEST\/DC In Auburn, California – BLABBERMOUTH.NET”
\n[4]: https:\/\/people.com\/les-binks-of-judas-priest-dead-age-73-11715562?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Les Binks, Judas Priest’s Drummer in the Late 1970s, Dies at 73: ‘Your Acclaim Will Live On'”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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