Back To The Beginning: Ozzy Osbourne Reunites With Bandmates For Final Show
Black Sabbath's farewell concert, Back to the Beginning, was met with utmost support and appreciation from the fans.
The iconic rock band Black Sabbath performed their final live show on Saturday, July 5, at Birmingham's Villa Park. Fans were delighted to witness the 76-year-old frontman Ozzy Osbourne reunite with his original bandmates one last time. The stadium erupted in huge cheers as Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Bill Ward, and Ozzy Osbourne took the stage before bidding farewell to live performances.
Black Sabbath's farewell concert, Back to the Beginning, was met with utmost support and appreciation from the fans. During an interview with Billboard, the bandmates opened up about their last live appearance. When asked if the concert was truly the final stage appearance by the original quartet, bassist Geezer Butler replied candidly, 'With this band, I have given up trying to predict a 'last ever' performance. Every time I have stated 'never again,' something comes up, like this Villa Park gig."
Osbourne made three public stage appearances since 2018, and according to his wife, Sharon, he always regretted not getting the chance to say a proper thank you to the fans. 'He kept saying, 'It's my one regret,' and 'I want a chance to really say thank you.' And this is what we thought would be the best way to do it. It's a celebration of Ozzy and Sabbath and the music," Sharon shared during the interview.
Black Sabbath was formed in 1968 in Birmingham by guitarist Tony Iommi, drummer Bill Ward, bassist Geezer Butler, and lead vocalist Ozzy Osbourne. The band attained global popularity for their occult themes with horror-inspired lyrics. On their final live performance, Sabbath was joined by multiple artists, including Guns N' Roses, Slayer, Tool, Gojira, Pantera, Alice In Chains, Lamb of God, Anthrax, and others. Actor Jason Momoa also served as emcee at the concert.
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