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Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Black Sabbath + Others Fight Poverty with Concert Tickets

Jeff Giles — Thu, 02 May 2013 16:11:24 +0000

Poverty afflicts so many people that it can feel like it’s impossible to make a difference — but like any huge problem, the most effective solutions involve the efforts of many, and that’s where programs like the Global Citizen Tickets Initiative come in. Spearheaded by Pearl Jam manager Kelly Curtis and Hugh Evans, the chief [...]

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 Throws In Extra 3 Track On "13" Deluxe Edition

Aaron on Air — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:29:00 +0000

If you purchase the deluxe edition of Black Sabbath’s new album, 13, you’re in for a treat. The band has revealed that they plan to include three additional cuts for the special release: “Methademic,” “Peace of Mind” and “Pariah.” The standard and deluxe editions of 13 are set to be released on June 11. If [...]

Hear Black Sabbath's New Single 'God Is Dead?'

Matthew Wilkening — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 20:45:15 +0000

Black Sabbath have finally unveiled ‘God is Dead?,’ the first song from their long-awaited reunion. It’s our first taste of ‘13,’ which is the first full Sabbath album to feature Ozzy Osbourne on vocals since 1978′s ‘Never Say Die!’ (As we all know, original drummer Bill Ward opted out of the reunion, with Brad Wilk [...]

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.

2013 European Tour Is Confirmed By Black Sabbath's PR Peeps

Aaron on Air — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 19:13:53 +0000

Black Sabbath’s world tour in support of their upcoming album ’13′ is beginning to take shape. The band, which just completed a long-awaited reunion project with original singer Ozzy Osbourne, will play New Zealand, Australia and Japan later this month. Now, a series of 15 European shows have been confirmed, beginning November 20. Confirmed European [...]

Black Sabbath Reveals Cover Art, First Guitar Riff From '13′

Dave Lifton — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 22:26:38 +0000

Last month, Black Sabbath announced that their long-awaited album '13' would be released on June 11. Today (April 4) they revealed the cover art, as well as a 27-second clip of the music within (embedded below).

Black Sabbath Announce Release Date for '13′

Dave Lifton — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:14:28 +0000

After much speculation, Black Sabbath have finally announced the release date for '13,' their new album. Today (March 13, fittingly), the band said that the record will come out in a variety of formats on June 11 in the U.S. and June 10 for the rest of the world.

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi Pays Tribute to Alvin Lee

Jeff Giles — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:24:01 +0000

The unexpected death of Ten Years After's Alvin Lee left many of his peers offering tributes, condolences, and memories -- including Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi, who recently spoke about the way Lee helped Sabbath get a leg up during its early years.

Black Sabbath Live Footage From 1975 Unveiled

Ken Kelley — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 07:20:45 +0000

Currently in the studio recording their highly-anticipated reunion album, heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath have released a 25-minute video clip of the group’s 1975 performance on ‘Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert’ that reminds fans of just how great classic Sabbath really were. Posted to Sabbath’s official YouTube channel, the clip featured above offers the group’s original lineup [...]

Queen's Brian May, Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi Working on 'Riffs' Album

Billy Dukes — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:51:54 +0000

Few bands would turn down having Tony Iommi backing them up, and soon more bands will get the chance. The Black Sabbath guitarist has a treasure trove of riffs laying around, unused, in his studio. Queen's Brian May has inspired Iommi to put them to good use.

Sabbath Offers 'The Vinyl Collection: 1970-1978′ Box Set.

Aaron on Air — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:35:10 +0000

Black Sabbath‘s 2012 reunion tour may not have turned out exactly as planned, but the year is closing out with a welcome treat for diehard fans: a box set collecting new vinyl pressings of the nine albums the band released between 1970-78. The sensibly titled ‘The Vinyl Collection: 1970-1978′ is scheduled to arrive in stores [...]

Black Sabbath Reunion? Drummer Bill Ward Holding Out For One

Aaron on Air — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:00:08 +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. Ward, speaking with Eagles of Death Metal’s Jesse [...]

Black Sabbath Fans Rally Behind Bill Ward as Group Reportedly Finds Replacement Drummer

Aaron on Air — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:11:32 +0000

Black Sabbath sounds determined to keep recording its next album without drummer Bill Ward — in fact, they may have already lined up his replacement. But disappointed fans who had been looking forward to a full reunion of the band’s original lineup aren’t taking the news lying down.

Bill Ward Threatens to Leave Black Sabbath Reunion

Aaron on Air — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:11:13 +0000

Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward has dropped a potential bombshell on the band’s recently announced original line-up reunion, stating that he will sit out of both the group’s recording sessions and tour plans unless he is offered a “signable” contract that financially reflects his contributions to the band’s history.

Black Sabbath Together in 2012! [VIDEO]

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:40:46 +0000

It's been a rumor for a while, but it ain't no more! Black Sabbath has officially announced that they will reunite in 2012, kicking off a world tour by headlining the Download Festival in England on June 10. Pus a fall release of the band’s first album together in 33 years.

Tony Iommi Shoots Down Rumor of Black Sabbath Reunion

Jeff Easterling — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:55:26 +0000

It seems to have all started with a report in Britain’s “Birmingham Mail” tabloid that said the original Black Sabbath lineup is reuniting for a new album and tour. They even quoted guitarist Tony Iommi. Unfortunately, it’s not true. At least not YET. After the story made waves online, Tony clarified the situation on his [...]

Mash-Up: Whole Lotta Ozzy Love

Jeff Easterling — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 20:14:50 +0000

I am a huge fan of Mash-Ups but the latest to blow my mind is from Wax Audio, putting Led Zeppelin's "Whole Lotta Love", and Black Sabbath's "War Pigs" together. Here's the video mash-up from Youtube...

New Music From "Black Country Communion" [Video]

Jeff Easterling — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:09:18 +0000

"2" is the New Album being released this week by Black Country Communion... the rock supergroup made up of Led Zeppelin drummer Jason Bonham, Black Sabbath bassist Glenn Hughes, blues guitarist Joe Bonamossa, and Dream Theater keyboardist Derek Sherinian.

Here is the video for "Man in the Middle"...