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Ozzy Osbourne Offers Update on Black Sabbath Bandmate Tony Iommi's Health

Chad Childers — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:22:55 +0000

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath are getting ready for their return to the road in New Zealand and Australia this spring, followed by an expected North American trek in the summer. The band is making their first extended tour run since guitarist Tony Iommi was diagnosed with lymphoma and underwent chemotherapy last year, and Osbourne says his Sabbath bandmate is doing quite well.

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.

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi 'Overwhelmed' by Support After Lymphoma Diagnosis

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:26:51 +0000

The metal community was rocked earlier this week by the revelation that Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi was suffering from lymphoma. His diagnosis came right in the middle of Black Sabbath’s comeback trail, which includes a new album and touring. A flood of support from fans and fellow musicians followed the announcement of his illness. Now, the legendary axeman has issued his first personal statement on the matter.

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Angel — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:31:01 +0000

The Rock Report is sponsored by Joel at Devil Dog Bail Bonds, “The Dog That Never Sleeps”, 542-8456. Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma. The 63-year-old Black Sabbath founder and guitarist is working with his doctors to establish the best treatment, and his spokeswoman says he “remains upbeat and determined [...]

Tony Iommi Backtracks on Sabbath Reunion Rumors, Kills My Buzz

Barrett — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:24:03 +0000

Gee. Thanks, Tony.

After word spread yesterday that the original line-up from one of the greatest bands in the history of history would be reuniting for a new album and tour, Tony Iommi doesn't so much deny it as he does chastise the reporter who broke the story.

Black Sabbath was my very first concert. I'll never forget that night at The Gorg