Vinny Appice Declined Audition for First Ozzy Osbourne Lineup
And then a year later he joined Black Sabbath.
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Tony Iommi Recalls Black Sabbath’s ‘Dying Cat’ Studio Session
They brought violin and cello to record track for ‘Vol. 4’ then realized there was more to it.
Why Black Sabbath’s Dio Era Forced Tony Iommi to ‘Work Harder': Exclusive Interview
Guitarist delves deeply into a four-album collaboration that challenged and excited the band.
Ronnie James Dio’s Long-Awaited Autobiography Officially Has a Release Date
One of metal's most historic careers, recollected.
Tony Iommi Relives Black Sabbath’s Dio Era: Best Pranks, Oddest Song + Rebuilding a Band
Read our exclusive interview with metal's legendary godfather.
35 Years Ago: Black Sabbath Release the Tony Iommi-Featuring ‘Seventh Star’
It was supposed to be a Tony Iommi solo album.
Black Sabbath’s ‘Heaven and Hell’ + ‘Mob Rules’ Get Massive Remastered Reissue
Some previously unreleased bonus tracks join the party.
Tony Iommi Recalls Black Sabbath’s Spooky ‘Fifth Member’
Guitarist says the band was accompanied by “over-self” and cites “loneliness” as one reason for breakup.
New Black Sabbath Footwear + Apparel Capsule Arrives
Lakai are putting out the capsule that was inspired by skateboarder Riley Hawk.
Black Sabbath’s ‘Vol. 4′ to Be Reissued With 20 Unreleased Recordings
Revisit the classic album with a wealth of bonus material.
47 Years Ago: Black Sabbath Overcome Writer’s Block and Release ‘Sabbath Bloody Sabbath’
Is it their best? The debate rages on...
Why Geezer Butler Will Never Release His Jazz Songs
Black Sabbath bassist admits he’s not sure how to play one of his own compositions.