The heavy metal pioneers of Black Sabbath have announced their final live performance, which will take place at Ozzfest Japan on November 22. From all indications, the outfit’s original lineup will be present, with the exception of drummer Bill Ward, who has been at odds with his bandmates for the past three years. As many […]
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WATCH: Foo Fighters Cover Black Sabbath, Melt Faces
October 14th, 2014 
Matthew Leimkuehler Foo Fighters began their week-long residency on the Late Show with David Letterman last night and to viewers’ delighted surprise the band covered the heavy metal behemoth of a track — “War Pigs.” Originally composed and released by Black Sabbath in 1970, “War Pigs” is a politically-charged, giant and downright classic metal song…and Foo Fighters […]
Black Sabbath Invite Andrew W.K. To Open Entire North American Tour
June 27th, 2013 Grant Trimboli The headline says it all, folks! Get ready for Black Sabbath and Andrew W.K. to cause quite a rukus on their forthcoming North American Tour. Everyone’s favorite party master will be performing a special DJ set every night on the run. Tickets for the tour can be purchased right here. Andrew W.K. had this to […]
Black Sabbath Reach No. 1 On UK Charts After 42 Years, Continue To Be Old
June 17th, 2013 Dan Bogosian In 2009, Bob Dylan released Together Through Life, his thirty third studio album. It was the first album of his to hit number one on the UK charts in 39 years. Back in March, David Bowie mounted a good effort and reached number one in the UK (and number two in the US) with The […]
Black Sabbath Album Set For June Release
January 14th, 2013 Dan Bogosian Over the weekend, classic rock and early heavy metal legends Black Sabbath announced that their next album would come out in June. The album, titled 13, is produced by Rick Rubin, famed for his work ranging from the Beastie Boys to Metallica. Also announced this weekend was Black Sabbath’s studio drummer; Rage Against The Machine‘s Brad […]
Black Sabbath Drummer Vents Frustration, Considers Quitting Reunion
February 3rd, 2012 James Shotwell The return of Black Sabbath may have hit a speed bump before it even begins. Being adult as ever, Sabbath drummer Bill Ward recently posted an open letter to fans on his official website voicing concerns over the planned 2012 reunion album and tour. The message reads: “At this time, I would love nothing more […]
Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath) Diagnosed With Lymphoma
January 9th, 2012 Grant Trimboli We have some terrible news for you all today and there is no easy way to say it. Black Sabbath’s own Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma and the band have commented on the events below. Read what they had to say and offer a kind word or two by […]
It’s Official: Black Sabbath Plan 2012 Tour & New Album
November 11th, 2011 James Shotwell We told you last week that Black Sabbath were planning a press conference today and we can now confirm that not only has the original lineup reunited, they’re planning a whole lot in 2012. We heard it first from Rolling Stone, who is covering the event (our invitation must have gotten lost in the mail). […]
Black Sabbath Plan “Special Announcement” For Next Friday, Rumor Mill Goes Crazy
November 4th, 2011 James Shotwell Noisecreep just broke that Black Sabbath will be making a “big announcement” next Friday, November 11. According to an invitation the blog received to the event, all original members – Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward – will be in attendance and Black Flag frontman Henry Rollins will host. No further details […]
Cancer Bats announce Black Sabbath tribute tour
October 30th, 2011 Grace Duffy Canadian hardcore band Cancer Bats like to morph into a Black Sabbath-covering alter ego named Bat Sabbath on occasion, and this December they’ll be visiting a number of venues in Canada. Check out the list of shows by clicking past the jump and let us know if you’re planning on attending!
UTG INTERVIEW: Zakk Wylde Speaks on Black Label Society, Tim Lambesis and Playing with Ozzy Osbourne
June 20th, 2013 Derek Scancarelli “Are you a warrior of Christ?” asks a fan during a Q&A session at NYC’s jazz club, The Iridium. “Of course, I’m Catholic,” replies Zakk Wylde almost immediately. “Can you explain why?” the man follows up. “Well, you know, because being with Ozzy, between all the satanic rituals and the orgies we have, it just […]
“Definitely No” Black Sabbath reunion
UTG just received a statement from Geezer Butler regarding rumors that the original lineup of Black Sabbath were planning to reunite this year. Butler wrote, “I would like to make it clear, because of mounting speculation and rumours, that there will be definitely no reunion of all four original members of Black Sabbath, whether to record an album or to tour.” Sorry Sabbath fans, looks like it was all a hoax.