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Black Sabbath postpones shows due to Ozzy’s sinusitis

Black Sabbath postpones shows due to Ozzy’s sinusitis

by Alix Vallecillo | Feb 1, 2016 | News, Updates

Black Sabbath started their final tour a last week and while things seemed to be going smooth, the band just hit their first bump on the road as they had to postpone two Canadian dates due to Ozzy Osbourne’s health. The legends were set to perform in Edmonton...
Geezer Butler apologizes for misleading Black Sabbath fans

Geezer Butler apologizes for misleading Black Sabbath fans

by Bram Teitelman | Jan 28, 2016 | News, Updates

In a recent interview, Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler stated that original drummer Bill Ward was given the opportunity to play Black Sabbath’s last show, but he decided that he didn’t want to do that. However, Ward quickly made a Facebook post stating...
Criminally Slept-On: Black Sabbath (The Ozzy Era)

Criminally Slept-On: Black Sabbath (The Ozzy Era)

by Metal Insider | Jan 28, 2016 | Columns, Criminally Slept-On

In Criminally Slept-On, Schuler Benson takes a look at some of the most underrated tracks from his favorite prolific bands’ back catalogs. I believe Black Sabbath are the quintessential heavy metal band. They ushered in a sound that went on to inform not only their...
Bill Ward was given a chance to play Black Sabbath’s final show.

Bill Ward was given a chance to play Black Sabbath’s final show.

by Bram Teitelman | Jan 25, 2016 | Metal on Metal, News, Updates

Last week, Black Sabbath kicked off their final tour, and as many know, they did so without founding drummer Bill Ward. And whether he’s not playing because of financial concerns (he says) or poor health (Sabbath says), the fact remains that a lot of people...

Geezer says health, not money, is why BIll Ward isn’t with Black Sabbath

by Bram Teitelman | Jan 20, 2016 | News, Updates

Today, Black Sabbath kick off their last tour ever. And as many know, it’ll be without original drummer Bill Ward. This time last year, Ward and Ozzy Osbourne were in a very public war of words about the band’s decision to move on without him. The...
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Green Carnation unveil title track from upcoming album ‘A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia’
Green Carnation unveil title track from upcoming album ‘A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia’

Norwegian prog-metal veterans Green Carnation have released “The Shores of Melancholia.” The single is the title track from their upcoming album A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia, scheduled to arrive on September 5, 2025, via Season of Mist. Marking the...

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Scorpions share “Blackout (Coming Home Live)” video
Scorpions share “Blackout (Coming Home Live)” video

Scorpions have released a live video for "Blackout (Coming Home Live)." The clip is taken from the icon's upcoming live album, Coming Home Live, scheduled to arrive on November 14. The album captures their massive 60th anniversary concert on July 5, 2025, at Hanover...

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17 new album announcements you should know – 8/4/2025
17 new album announcements you should know – 8/4/2025

From fresh studio efforts to special collections, here are seventeen newly announced albums to keep on your radar. 01) Internal Bleeding - Settle All Scores Long Island death metal outfit Internal Bleeding will release their seventh album, Settle All Scores, on...

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New & Noteworthy: Metallica release day – 04/14-2023

New & Noteworthy: Metallica release day – 04/14-2023

    New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. Metallica’s new album has finally arrived! We’ve been rocking out to this record since last night’s Global Premiere. Were...

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New & Noteworthy: Meteora releases – 04/07/2023

New & Noteworthy: Meteora releases – 04/07/2023

  New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. April releases are here. Which one’s your favorite? Don’t forget to check out the playlist below. Enjoy!   Angel Vivaldi,...

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New & Noteworthy: Chapter III – Releases 03/31/2023

New & Noteworthy: Chapter III – Releases 03/31/2023

  New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. March is leaving us with one more batch of great releases to check out! Which one’s your favorite? Don’t forget to check out the...

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