The “burden” that almost ended Tony Iommi’s career before it began
Before his career had even begun, something happened to risk it all as Tony Iommi had to move beyond a huge burden and ...
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“In my head, I could hear it as a monster.” Tony Iommi on the moment he instantly composed “Iron Man,” calling it one of two Black Sabbath songs he relates to
The guitarist, who will regroup with Black Sabbath's original lineup, told Guitar Player the song is an example of his desire ...
The legendary guitarist who almost joined Jethro Tull: ‘He was the man’
There is a reason why Ian Anderson rates heavy metal so highly, and one of the supreme rock icons of the day almost joined Jethro Tull.
The heroes and villains of the Black Sabbath journey
NEW YORK (AP) — “Saturday Night Live” was built with a cast of young no-names performing countercultural comedy. The show has ...
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Tony Iommi's Dream SUV vs. Eddie Van Halen's Italian Demon: Which High-End Ride Would You Pick?
When it comes to heavy metal and rock legends, Tony Iommi and Eddie Van Halen have always been at the top of their game. But ...
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4 Fun Facts About Black Sabbath’s ‘Master of Reality’ in Honor of Recording Anniversary This Week
We explore four fun facts about Black Sabbath's 1971 album 'Master of Reality' in honor of its recording anniversary.
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Slayer's Kerry King To Bring His Heavy Metal Solo Project to House of Blues
“Playing guitar was one ... who “changed everything,” as he puts it. Randy Rhoads and Tony Iommi became influences. “That’s when we solidified what we were going to sound like forever, ...
Dimebag Darrell wrote 42 lesson columns for Guitar World. Here’s the best advice he shared
We’ve collected the best of Dimebag’s “Riffer Madness” columns for the ultimate masterclass in the late Pantera guitarist’s trailblazing style ...
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Black Sabbath Albums Ranked From Worst to Best
Metal itself may not have existed would if not for a mishap at a metal factory where guitarist Tony Iommi ... tuned his guitar as the slack on the strings made it easier to play with the ...
Make tracks to guitar heaven Gibson Garage London and its special anniversary festival
Gibson Garage London, the ultimate guitar and rock god destination in London's West End, will celebrate its one-year ...
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Spin the Black Circle: Black Sabbath and the birth of heavy metal
Me and my high school friends, when we got tired of bemoaning Chicago’s crappy sports teams and our lack of success with girls, would often pass the time by debating ...