I believe the Gull statement regarding endorsements is accurate. Click on discography tab, here at JP.com, scroll to the bottom of the page. [Show/Hide Quoted Message](Quoting Message by ronhartsell from Thursday, February 19, 2009 8:02:10 AM)
ronhartsell wrote:
Here ia a list of all of the compilations of the bands music:
1. The Best of Judas Priest
LP released in 1977
CD release in 1987
CD release in 2001 with 8 segments of interviews
2. Hero Hero
Dbl. LP released between 1980-81
(released by Gull Records in order to capitalize on the bands popularity)
3. Genocide
2 CD's released in 2000
(same as Hero Hero with different artwork)
4. Metal Works '73-'93
2 CD's released in 1993
2 CD's released in 2001*
* same as '93's release except live Vicim of Changes instead of studio
5. The Best of Judas Priest: Living After Midnight
CD released in 1997*
* CD not endorsed by the band
6. Metalogy
Box set including 4 CD's and a DVD of '82 Live in Memphis
7. The Essential Judas Priest
2 CD's released in 2006
3 CD's released in 2008*
* contains an additional 7 songs
Also note that the releases by Gull Records are not endorsed by the band, nor do they recieve royalties from sales, but I would like confirmation on this.