Iconic rock music star Ozzy Osbourne refused to let one musician join Black Sabbath, as he worried how fans would react if their trademark sound changed.

The debate about who or what instigated the birth of heavy metal will almost certainly continue until we are all reduced to ash or worm food, but for those of us who cherish this music and embrace ...

Traditional witchcraft practices have ties to heavy metal's birth, according to Rupert Russell, the filmmaker behind 'The ...

1980's The River was Bruce Springsteen 's first record to top the charts - an especially remarkable feat for a double album.

Rock fans are having a lightbulb moment as they uncover the true origins of Black Sabbath's iconic name. The band, fronted by the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, is gearing up for their final gig at ...

These classic rock album covers were more or less hated by some fans and critics upon their release, and I can definitely see ...

Here is the most and least played song live off each of Black ... once Sabbath has their final show on July 5. But for now, let's look back at how often (and how little) the band leaned into ...

LEGENDARY punk rock guitarist Brian James who founded The Damned has sadly died aged 70. The iconic musician, who played with ...

Were Black Sabbath the first heavy metal band? Depends who you ask. There were bands who took the groove of blues rock and made it heavier before Black Sabbath came around, such as Iron Butterfly ...

Rock enthusiasts have been left chilled to the bone after discovering the real meaning behind Black Sabbath's band name. The band, led by the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, is preparing for their final ...

Redditch Tattoo Studio officially reopened last week following a year of refurbishment in a bid to open up the space and make it "more inviting" for clients and walk-ins. The studio, which has been ...

Slayer confirmed they will take to the stage for two headline gigs in July as well as joining the line-up of Black Sabbath's final ... in 2011 before joining the band permanently after ...