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The biggest question about Black Sabbaths long-awaited reunion was answered first, as soon as Ozzy Osbourne ran onto the O2 Academy Birmingham stage last night with a cheery "Come on, you fuckers!" while looking as gleeful as a kid on Christmas morning. The tattooed figure behind the drums was not given a formal introduction by a band respectful of original member Bill Wards absence but, as Osbournes regular drummer, Tommy Clufetos was instantly recognizable to many in the crowd.
With that out of the way, Sabbaths comeback became about who was present, rather than who wasnt. Much of the audiences focus was on guitarist Tony Iommi, still receiving treatment for lymphoma, with the first emotional chant of "Tony! Tony! Tony!" going up immediately after opening song, "Into the Void." Later, Osbourne introduced him as the "Iron Man" before the song of the same name, and a clearly-moved Iommi remained an immutable presence throughout: black-clad, smiling and infusing the most famous riffs in heavy metal history with a vitality to thrill both the veteran Sabbath fans in the 3,000-strong audience, and those born decades after they were first committed to vinyl.
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hifiguy
(33,688 posts)Hell of a setlist. Must have been a barnburner of a show.
KatyMan
(4,209 posts)Los Angeles, CA February 2, 2012
Dear Sabbath Fans, Fellow Musicians and Interested Parties,
At this time, I would love nothing more than to be able to proceed with the Black Sabbath album and tour. However, I am unable to continue unless a signable contract is drawn up; a contract that reflects some dignity and respect toward me as an original member of the band. Last year, I worked diligently in good faith with Tony, Ozzy and Geezer. And on 11/11/11, again in good faith, I participated in the L.A. press conference. Several days ago, after nearly a year of trying to negotiate, another unsignable contract was handed to me.
More to-ing and fro-ing on his site.
Tripper11
(4,338 posts)JCMach1
(27,572 posts)my appreciation for him as a guitarist has only risen over the years!