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Black Sabbath's New Album '13' Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:18:13 +0000

Sure, Black Sabbath are metal legends, but after 35 years since Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler recorded an album together, there was no telling how the band's new disc '13' would perform on the charts. But now the numbers are out and the album is a huge success, landing at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart with an impressive 155,000 copies sold in the United States during its first week out.

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Living Together Again as Black Sabbath Singer Remains Sober

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:55:31 +0000

Black Sabbath's '13' is topping charts worldwide and receiving positive reviews from critics, but Ozzy Osbourne has yet another reason to cherish the moment, as the singer just moved back in with wife Sharon Osbourne following time apart as Ozzy recovered from a drug and alcohol relapse.

Ozzy Osbourne: 'I Must Have Been in a Cocaine Haze, Because I Can't Remember the '90s at All'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:25:47 +0000

Black Sabbath are currently enjoying some of their career's greatest success. Along with gaining critical acclaim, the band's newest album, '13,' has debuted at No. 1 in the U.K. -- the first time Sabbath have achieved that distinction since 'Paranoid' was unleashed in 1970. Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne may remember that achievement, but during a recent interview, Ozzy shared that he legitimately does not remember the 1990s.

Black Sabbath Celebrate '13′ With New York City Town Hall Event – Recap + Exclusive Photos

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:30:16 +0000

After a 35-year wait, Black Sabbath have finally released a new full-length album featuring original members Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler. The album, '13,' is charting at No. 1 in 50 countries according to comedian Jim Norton, who hosted Sabbath's '13' album kickoff celebration last night (June 11). The live event included the premiere of a short Black Sabbath documentary, music video showings, fan questions for Osbourne, Butler, Iommi and Sabbath studio drummer Brad Wilk of Rage Against the Machine + much more.

Black Sabbath Say '13′ May Not Be Their Last Album

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 19:32:29 +0000

The long wait for the new Black Sabbath disc ‘13’ is almost over, with the release date just a few days away on June 11. There is a prevailing notion that this will mark the last time Black Sabbath release a new album, but according to a new interview with Ozzy Osbourne and Geezer Butler, another Black Sabbath disc is not entirely out of the realm of possibility.

Black Sabbath Unveil 'The Sabbath Sound' Teaser for New Album '13′

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:23:39 +0000

Black Sabbath have posted yet another in-depth look into the band's upcoming album '13.' Showcasing studio footage, which has never been made available to the public, each member of Sabbath, studio drummer Brad Wilk (Rage Against the Machine) and producer Rick Rubin have all weighed in regarding their goals for '13,' along with what audiences can expect in comparison to Sabbath's classic works.

Black Sabbath Add 'Naivete in Black' to Best Buy Edition of New Album '13'

Chad Childers — Wed, 01 May 2013 18:07:25 +0000

Black Sabbath recorded way more than the eight songs that will appear on the standard edition of their '13' album and one of the ways that they are making sure that fans will get a chance to hear them is through the "bonus track" option. One of those extra songs -- 'Naivete in Black' -- will turn up exclusively on the Best Buy deluxe edition version of the album.

Ozzy Osbourne Talks '13,' Newfound Sobriety, Avoiding Sunlight + More

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:15:58 +0000

We all know Ozzy Osbourne as the 'Prince of Darkness,' but can it be that the Black Sabbath singer is actually be a vampire. In a recent interview, not only did Ozzy spill some interesting details about Sabbath's next album, '13,' but the singer also shared a story on how "fried" he was after spending just 20 minutes in the sun.

Black Sabbath Debut New Song 'Methademic' Live in Australia

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:59:27 +0000

Black Sabbath have just introduced the world to yet another new track, this one from the deluxe edition of the highly anticipated album '13.' On Monday, April 29, in Melbourne, Australia, the band played the new song 'Methademic' in front of a stadium crowd.

Black Sabbath Helps Plants Grow

KC — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 23:42:53 +0000

A recent study shows that plants that listen to metal music are more likely to grow bigger and stronger. While plants subjected to crappy music will die. According to the dailymail in the United Kingdom TV gardener Chris Beardshaw tells told Radio 4′s Gardeners’ Question Time that a constant diet of Black Sabbath worked wonders [...]

NEW Black Sabbath – Hear "God is Dead"

KC — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:48:04 +0000

Do you have 9 minutes to kill? If not than make time RIGHT NOW! Black Sabbath has released the first track off of their upcoming album “13.” Hear the new Black Sabbath song titled “God is Dead.”

Ozzy Osbourne Reveals Drug and Alcohol Relapse, Apologizes to Family, Friends + Fans

Spencer Kaufman — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 02:48:28 +0000

In a surprising Facebook message posted tonight (April 15), heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne has admitted to "drinking and taking drugs" over the past 18 months. The revelation comes after rumors earlier today that he has split with his wife Sharon.

Ozzy Osbourne on Black Sabbath's New Album '13′: 'It's Better Than My Wildest Dreams'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:56:35 +0000

Black Sabbath's upcoming album, '13,' is perhaps the most anticipated metal disc since Bruce Dickinson and Adrian Smith returned to Iron Maiden in 1999, entering the studio to create 'Brave New World.' Expectations for the new Sabbath release are understandably massive, and, in a new interview, singer Ozzy Osbourne calls the album "mind-blowing" and "better than my wildest dreams."

Black Sabbath: First North American Tour Date of 2013 Confirmed

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:52:43 +0000

Black Sabbath have confirmed their first North American tour date of 2013. The band is expected to tour stateside from July through September, with an Aug. 14 show in Toronto being the first confirmation that Black Sabbath will indeed grace North American soil once again. The legendary act invigorated the metal world on Nov. 11, 2011 [...]

Black Sabbath Reveal First Look at Studio Sessions for New Album '13′

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:25:44 +0000

For some, the wait for Black Sabbath's new album, '13,' has been an anxious and nail-biting experience, but thanks to Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler, a fascinating new video from inside the band's studio offers a short fix to help ease the suffering. Joined in the studio by Rage Against the Machine drummer Brad Wilk and star producer Rick Rubin, the three original Black Sabbath members discuss '13,' with a notable resurgence of passion from the legendary metallers.

Black Sabbath Finish Recording Album, Plot Tour + Offer Tony Iommi Health Update

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 21:59:14 +0000

It's official! Black Sabbath have completed recording their upcoming album, '13.' Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler announced the exciting news to Eddie Trunk in a video interview (seen below) at the NAMM convention, in addition to offering an update on guitarist Tony Iommi's current battle with cancer.

Campaign Launches to Rename Birmingham Airport After Ozzy Osbourne

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 16:44:45 +0000

Thanks to Black Sabbath, the city of Birmingham, England, can arguably be called the birthplace of heavy metal. Now, Black Sabbath’s first manager, Jim Simpson, is leading the charge to rename Birmingham Airport after the band’s iconic singer, Ozzy Osbourne. England’s rich rock ‘n’ roll history has already been celebrated in Liverpool, home of the Beatles, through [...]

Ozzy Osbourne on Black Sabbath's New Album: 'What It Boils Down to Now Is the Music'

Chad Childers — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:00:58 +0000

The members of Black Sabbath may not be the rock miscreants they were in their 20s, but Ozzy Osbourne is fine with that, as it's brought the group back to what initially mattered to them in the first place -- the music. Osbourne spoke with the New Zealand Herald about the differences between the Sabbath of old and what's happening now and how age has brought some perspective.

Avenged Sevenfold's M. Shadows Says Upcoming Album Has 'Sabbath / Zeppelin' Feel

Chad Bowar — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 19:12:44 +0000

After revealing recently that Avenged Sevenfold were about six songs into a writing their upcoming album. M. Shadows has now given a big hint as to what direction the band will be taking on the disc. He also has laid out a timetable for the album's release.

Zakk Wylde On Friday's "SCKC Show". Check Out His New Book! [VIDEO]

KC — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 04:58:07 +0000

With the "Official Beard Off" currently underway here on the Blaze. We cannot forget about the man behind one of the most "Bitchin Beards in Rock." Mr Zakk Wylde.
Zakk Wylde will be a special guest on the "SCKC Show!" This Friday (6/8/12 @2pm MTN). Zakk is currently touring Europe alongside his "Jedi Master" Ozzy. Zakk is not only a legendary musician but also an author. He has recently released a new book for the aspiring musician. Think of it as a "how to book" to being on the road.