Black Sabbath is a British heavy metal band formed in Birmingham, England, in 1968. They are considered as one of the pioneers of heavy metal music, and have influenced numerous other artists and genres with their dark and heavy sound.
Formed in 1968 by Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward
Released their debut album, 'Black Sabbath', in 1970
Released multiple albums throughout the 1970s, including 'Paranoid', 'Master of Reality', and 'Sabbath Bloody Sabbath'
Underwent lineup changes during the 1980s and 1990s, eventually reuniting with the original lineup in 1997
Announced their final tour in 2015, officially retiring from touring in 2017
Another British rock band that achieved huge success in the 1970s, often compared to Black Sabbath due to their influence on heavy rock and metal.
Another British band known for their hard rock and heavy metal sound, and often mentioned alongside Black Sabbath when discussing the origins of heavy metal.
A British heavy metal band that formed in 1969, known for their dual lead guitar sound and high energy live performances.
The debut album by Black Sabbath, released in 1970 and considered by many to be one of the first heavy metal albums.
The second album by Black Sabbath, released in 1970 and featuring classic tracks such as 'War Pigs' and the title track.
The third album by Black Sabbath, released in 1971 and known for its heavy and dark sound.
The fifth album by Black Sabbath, released in 1973 and featuring a more experimental sound.
The nineteenth and final studio album by Black Sabbath, released in 2013 and featuring the original lineup of Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, and Geezer Butler.
Black Sabbath is known for being one of the pioneers of heavy metal music, with their dark and heavy sound influencing numerous other artists and genres.
The original members of Black Sabbath were Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward.
Black Sabbath officially retired from touring in 2017, after completing their final tour in 2016-2017.
Black Sabbath's biggest hit was likely 'Paranoid', the title track from their second album, released in 1970.
Black Sabbath's dark and heavy sound, along with their use of downtuned guitars and emphasis on the bass and drums, helped to establish the hallmarks of heavy metal music that many other bands would go on to emulate and build upon.