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See the Creation of Black Sabbath's '13′ Album Cover

Jeff Giles — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:41:39 +0000

The cover of Black Sabbath‘s new ’13′ album heralds the band’s return to action with a distinctive image of the titular numbers burning against the night sky — and now, thanks to the design firm behind the picture, you can see how it all came together. The gig was handled by the U.K. firm Zip [...]

Black Sabbath Debut New Song, 'Methademic,' Live in Melbourne

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:11:11 +0000

Black Sabbath have unveiled another new track live during the overseas road trek to promote their upcoming album '13.' At a concert in Melbourne, Australia on Monday (April 29), the group performed 'Methademic,' which is slated for release as one of three bonus tracks on the deluxe edition of '13.'

Black Sabbath Announce 2013 Summer Tour of North America

Dave Lifton — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:35:12 +0000

We didn't think four dates would be enough, and today (April 25), Black Sabbath confirmed what we had been thinking all along. The band has announced a five-week tour of North America in support of its upcoming album, '13.' The full list of shows can be found below.

New Study Suggests – 'Plants' Hearing "Rock" Music – Live Longer [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:32:32 +0000

Planning on starting a garden this Spring in East Texas? Forget the water, and forget talking to the plants, heck, might as well forget sunlight as well.

You won't believe what will make your garden grow, and it shouldn't cost you one single penny, because there is a specialty item you can likely find in your vinyl record collection that will do the trick.

Black Sabbath Debuts '13′ at L.A. Press Event

Dave Lifton — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:19:27 +0000

Last night (April 10) in Los Angeles, Black Sabbath threw a party for a hand-picked group of media members and VIPs to get the first listen to their upcoming album, '13.' Although Ultimate Classic Rock received an invitation, we were unable to attend. However, our sister site Loudwire and fan site black-sabbath.com were there. A recap of their impressions follows.

Geezer Butler on Black Sabbath's '13′: 'We Have Done the Almost Impossible'

Jeff Giles — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:01:11 +0000

We still haven't heard more than a single riff from Black Sabbath's upcoming '13' album, but nothing's keeping the band members from telling the press we should expect great things from the new songs.

Bill Ward Holds Out Hope for a Black Sabbath Reunion

Chad Childers — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 02:23:48 +0000

The split between Black Sabbath and longtime drummer Bill Ward over a contract dispute has been well documented, but the musician still has positive feelings toward the group and says in a new interview that he's hoping that there will eventually be a return to the band.

Black Sabbath Make Triumphant U.S. Return at Lollapalooza

Ultimate Classic Rock Staff — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 04:03:50 +0000

It’s the moment many U.S. fans have been anxiously awaiting since Black Sabbath announced their reunion plans with Ozzy Osbourne on vocals, and the group’s Lollapalooza performance was definitely a triumph. The original lineup (minus Bill Ward who is still holding out over a contract dispute) took the stage at Chicago’s Grant Park for their [...]

Black Sabbath, Rush Songs Cited on List of '10 Badass Fictional Characters in Popular Music'

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:48:08 +0000

Is there a fictional character more badass than ‘Iron Man?’ Um, no, there isn’t, according to a new list celebrating musical badasses in lyric form. Iron Man, the main protagonist of one of Black Sabbath‘s most recognizable songs (and riffs) landed at the plum position of No. 1 on Guyspeed’s ‘10 Badass Fictional Characters in [...]

Black Sabbath Still Set To Rock Download Fest Despite Tony Iommi's Cancer Diagnosis

Joe Robinson — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:51:00 +0000

Black Sabbath will indeed go ahead and with their scheduled headlining set at this summer’s Download Festival in England, despite the recent announcement that Tony Iommi is battling lymphoma. The guitarist revealed just two weeks ago that he had been diagnosed with early stages of the cancer and is in the process of working with doctors to determine the best course of treatment.

Black Sabbath Guitarist Tony Iommi Issues Statement on Lymphoma Diagnosis

Matthew Wilkening — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:41:41 +0000

Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath has issued a thankful and optimistic statement regarding his recent lymphoma diagnosis via his official website. Earlier this week the guitar legend revealed the news through a band-issued press release, prompting an outpouring of support and concern from fans and peers alike.

Black Sabbath, Guns N' Roses Stars Turn Up for Dimebag Darrell Tribute Concert

Billy Dukes — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 22:20:09 +0000

This year’s tribute to the late Dimebag Darrell Abbott was a who’s who of heavy metal Gods. Sebastian Bach, Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler, former Guns N’ Roses member Duff McKagan, and Tom Morello were just a few of the artists that showed up to honor the former Pantera guitarist, as well as the late Ronnie James Dio.

Black Sabbath Reuniting with Ozzy Osbourne for Album and Tour [VIDEO]

Chris Cobb — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:12:25 +0000

As expected, Black Sabbath announced Friday that they are reuniting to record their first studio album in 33 years with Ozzy Osbourne. Following the album’s release in the fall of 2012, the band will also launch an extensive tour, including North American tour dates, and a headlining spot at England’s Download Festival in June. The [...]

Black Sabbath to Make Possible Reunion Announcement on 11-11-11, Tony Iommi in Studio with Eddie Webb [AUDIO]

Chris Cobb — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 20:17:34 +0000

It looks like the news you’ve all been waiting for may well be announced next week. Ozzy, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward will hold a press conference on November 11 at 11:11 a.m. PT at Los Angeles’ famed Whisky A Go-Go club to “make a special announcement.” The event will take place 41 [...]

A Black Sabbath Reunion in the Works?

Jen Austin — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:39:46 +0000

Tommy Iommi of Black Sabbath has issued a statement now after the Birmingham Mail article that claimed he had plans for a new studio album and tour from the band's original lineup. Should fans get their hopes up?

The Beginning Of Oz [VIDEO]

Chris Cobb — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:10:33 +0000

Next month, Ozzy will reissue his solo albums Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman and now, you can get a taste of some of the bonus material featured on the 30th anniversary deluxe boxed set of the re-releases. Along with the remastered vinyl and CD versions of the albums, a live disc, a [...]