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Black Sabbath Unveil 'The Sabbath Sound' Teaser for New Album '13′

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:23:39 +0000

Black Sabbath have posted yet another in-depth look into the band's upcoming album '13.' Showcasing studio footage, which has never been made available to the public, each member of Sabbath, studio drummer Brad Wilk (Rage Against the Machine) and producer Rick Rubin have all weighed in regarding their goals for '13,' along with what audiences can expect in comparison to Sabbath's classic works.

Black Sabbath Unleash New Track 'God Is Dead?'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:59:59 +0000

It’s finally here! Oh, glorious day, you’ve bestowed upon us the newest Black Sabbath song, ‘God Is Dead?’ and we give thanks while raising our horns to the sky. As Black Sabbath’s first offering from their upcoming album, ’13,’ ‘God is Dead?’ will only serve to amplify the already massive buzz surrounding the release of [...]

Ozzy Osbourne Reveals Drug and Alcohol Relapse, Apologizes to Family, Friends + Fans

Spencer Kaufman — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 02:48:28 +0000

In a surprising Facebook message posted tonight (April 15), heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne has admitted to "drinking and taking drugs" over the past 18 months. The revelation comes after rumors earlier today that he has split with his wife Sharon.

Black Sabbath Unveil Album Artwork for '13′ and Tease New Song

Chad Childers — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:57:06 +0000

Black Sabbath's '13' album has primarily been something for metalheads to converse about over the last few months, but now we're getting our first glimpses of the band's highly anticipated release, as the group has just revealed the album artwork and offered up a song snippet, as well.

Black Sabbath Unveil Release Date of Upcoming Album '13′ + New Studio Footage

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:33:31 +0000

Black Sabbath‘s upcoming album ’13′ has finally been given a solid release date! The highly anticipated record will be unleashed on June 11. Sabbath have also launched a pre-order campaign for ’13,’ offering everything from a simple CD to a ‘Super Deluxe Box Set.’ ’13′ was originally meant to feature the classic lineup of Black [...]

Black Sabbath Finish Recording Album, Plot Tour + Offer Tony Iommi Health Update

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 21:59:14 +0000

It's official! Black Sabbath have completed recording their upcoming album, '13.' Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler announced the exciting news to Eddie Trunk in a video interview (seen below) at the NAMM convention, in addition to offering an update on guitarist Tony Iommi's current battle with cancer.

Black Sabbath to Release New Album '13' in June

Chad Childers — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 01:22:46 +0000

Black Sabbath waited until it officially became Jan. 13 in their native England before revealing that their highly anticipated new studio album will be titled ’13.’ The heavy metal legends spent the past year working on the effort, which is being produced by Rick Rubin. The band also has announced that the album, which they [...]

Campaign Launches to Rename Birmingham Airport After Ozzy Osbourne

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 16:44:45 +0000

Thanks to Black Sabbath, the city of Birmingham, England, can arguably be called the birthplace of heavy metal. Now, Black Sabbath’s first manager, Jim Simpson, is leading the charge to rename Birmingham Airport after the band’s iconic singer, Ozzy Osbourne. England’s rich rock ‘n’ roll history has already been celebrated in Liverpool, home of the Beatles, through [...]

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi Thankful and 'Looking Forward to Next Year'

Chad Childers — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 14:34:48 +0000

The end of the year offers the perfect time to reflect on where you're at in life, and you'd have to think that Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has a brighter outlook on things now than he did earlier in 2012. The guitarist confirms as much in a newly posted year-end update.

Ozzy Osbourne on Black Sabbath's New Album: 'What It Boils Down to Now Is the Music'

Chad Childers — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:45:58 +0000

The members of Black Sabbath may not be the rock miscreants they were in their 20s, but Ozzy Osbourne is fine with that, as it's brought the group back to what initially mattered to them in the first place -- the music. Osbourne spoke with the New Zealand Herald about the differences between the Sabbath of old and what's happening now and how age has brought some perspective.

Black Sabbath Continue Recording New Album, Reveal Vinyl Box Set Details

Chad Childers — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:45:36 +0000

We’re getting closer and closer to a new Black Sabbath album, and the latest update involves bassist Geezer Butler. The band posted a photo (seen below) of an empty stool and a bass guitar where Butler apparently would be setting up shop for the day. If that wasn’t enough, they spelled it out by saying, “Geezer [...]

Zakk Wylde Praises Randy Rhoads, Talks Black Sabbath + Recalls Funny Ozzy Osbourne Moment

Chad Bowar — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 20:19:51 +0000

Black Label Society recently wrapped up a Canadian tour, and Rock Cellar caught up with frontman Zakk Wylde for a wide-ranging conversation about those shows and numerous other subjects.

Black Sabbath + Slipknot to Headline Two-Day Ozzfest Japan

Chad Childers — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 13:17:59 +0000

The news keeps coming out of the Black Sabbath camp. Not long after it was revealed that the band was planning an April 2013 release and Australian tour, the group was officially confirmed for Japan's inaugural Ozzfest. They'll headline night two on May 12 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba City, Japan, while Slipknot have now been confirmed to finish out night one on May 11.

Black Sabbath Making Progress on New Album in Malibu Studio

Chad Bowar — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 19:51:37 +0000

It has been a while since we've heard anything about the progress of Black Sabbath's upcoming album, but Metal Injection has uncovered some details about the recordings, including a song title.

Black Sabbath Unleash Pro-Shot 2012 Performance of 'Paranoid' Live in England

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 16:00:32 +0000

The fact that the original members of Black Sabbath weren’t able to undertake a full-on world tour in 2012 was devastating to Sabbath fans. Guitarist Tony Iommi‘s cancer diagnosis stuck a knife into the heart of Sabbath fans, and reduced Sabbath to playing only three live shows this year, with their one U.S. date happening on Aug. 3 at Lollapalooza. Add to that drummer Bill Ward ‘s contract dispute, which resulted in his departure from the band, and the reunion that was announced on Nov. 11, 2011, didn’t pan out as originally planned.

Red Hot Chili Peppers, Black Sabbath, Black Keys Confirmed for Lollapalooza 2012

Jeff Giles — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:04:58 +0000

A couple of days ago, we told you rumor had it that the 2012 Lollapalooza lineup would feature Red Hot Chili Peppers and Black Sabbath — and now we can confirm that the rumors were right on the money. This year’s list of acts has been unveiled, and it’s a doozy.

Black Sabbath European Shows Rebooked as 'Ozzy + Friends' Wiith Zakk Wylde and Slash

Spencer Kaufman — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:49:17 +0000

With Tony Iommi battling lymphoma and Bill Ward in a contract dispute with the band, Black Sabbath will now only play one gig on their previously scheduled European tour. Other than the U.K.’s Download Festival on June 10, the rest of the shows will be billed as ‘Ozzy & Friends,’ in which singer Ozzy Osbourne [...]

Iron Man Performed On Iron Guitar In Tesla Coils

Fantone — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:08:53 +0000

The opening riff of Iron Man is arguably the best of all time. Now imagine hearing it on an iron guitar being performed by a dude in a metal suit while electricity shoots along to the song from Telsa Coils. Well, imagine no more my friends, and check out the insanity for yourself. I really [...]

Black Sabbath Reunion May Be Dead Due To 'Contract Issues'

Tree Riddle — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:19:14 +0000

Black Sabbath are ready to give fans the reunion they’ve dreamed of for years but a simple contract dispute may force one of the original members to drop out. When Sabbath didn’t put the brakes on their new album when guitarist Tony Iommi was diagnosed with Lymphoma, we were sure that this thing was finally [...]

Black Sabbath Guitarist Tony Iommi Diagnosed With Lymphoma

Tree Riddle — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:05:33 +0000

Just as Black Sabbath had re-formed to record their first album in 33 years, guitarist Tony Iommi is diagnosed with Lymphoma.