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Early Black Sabbath Recordings Under Name Earth to be Issued as ‘The Legendary Lost Tapes’

Before there was Black Sabbath there was Earth. The precursor band to the legendary heavy metal band fronted by Ozzy Osbourne will get its time to shine on July 25 when a collection of demos recorded in 1969 will be issued as Earth: The Legendary Lost …

Black Sabbath’s Early Demos Will Be Released as ‘The Legendary Lost Tapes’

The upcoming collection contains tracks the metal greats recorded in 1969, when they were performing under the name Earth A collection of early Black Sabbath demos, which the band recorded under the name Earth, will finally get an official release next …

Birmingham weather forecast for Black Sabbath gig gig on Saturday

Thousands are making their way to Villa Park Stadium for the Back to the Beginning all day concert The current heatwave is probably making a lot of Black Sabbath fans wonder how they're going to cope with the sweltering sunshine in Villa Park Stadium …

Black Sabbath's Birmingham farewell and 'super weekend' set to net region £20m

Culture bosses say July's 'super weekend' of events including Black Sabbath's Birmingham farewell will boost the region's economy by millions. The West Midlands visitor economy is expected to swell by up to £20 million according to …

Metallica’s Denver Finale Delivers Mile High Metal Masterclass: Photos

Veni, vidi, vici. They come, they saw, they conquered. That’s exactly what Metallica did during its long-awaited Denver visit, putting an exclamation point on its No Repeat Weekend with an all-killer-no-filler finale Sunday, June 29, at Empower Field — a …

“Eddie told me, ‘Roth is driving me nuts'": When Eddie Van Halen asked to join Kiss — and they turned him down!

He was one of the greatest guitar players the world has ever seen, but when Eddie Van Halen offered his services to Kiss in the early ’80s he was told: “Thanks, but no thanks!” Speaking to MusicRadar, Kiss bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons explains why EVH …

“We’re all proud Birmingham people and we love this city”: Black Sabbath have been awarded the freedom of Brum

All four members of the ‘classic’ line-up of Black Sabbath have been awarded the freedom of the City Of Birmingham. The Lord Mayor of the City presented scrolls and medals to Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and Geezer Butler in a private ceremony on …

Black Sabbath’s ‘Legendary Lost Tapes’ to be released for the first time

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Metallica’s weekend in Denver broke not one, but two records as the band wrapped up their M72 World Tour

DENVER — Metallica closed their M72 World Tour with a fantastic showing in Denver this past week — and we’re not just talking about their two sold-out shows. The heavy metal band brought over 152,000 fans across two sold-out nights to the stadium on Friday …

The 5 Best Prog Metal Covers of Black Sabbath Songs

Here are the five best prog metal covers of Black Sabbath songs! As the inventors of heavy metal – according to most genre fans and journalists, at least – Black Sabbath directly or indirectly influenced every subsection of the style. As such, and because …

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath have been awarded the Freedom of Birmingham - here’s what it means

Black Sabbath band members Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and Terence ‘Geezer’ Butler have been awarded the Freedom of Birmingham. The heavy metal music stars were presented with the honour at a ceremony in the Council House on Saturday (June 28). …

Metallica Fans Set Two New Records During the Band’s Two-Show Run in Denver

Metallica wrapped up the North American leg of their M72 World Tour at Empower Field in Denver, Colorado. They took the mile-high stage on Friday (June 27) and returned on Sunday. More than 152,000 fans filled the seats during the pair of sold-out shows. …

Metallica shatters Denver's Empower Field attendance record with 152,000 fans

Metallica ended their "M72 World Tour" by breaking an attendance record in Denver. Metallica drew over 152,000 fans across two sold-out nights at Empower Field at Mile High. The performances set a new two-show attendance record for the Denver …

Watch: Wes Borland Cosplays as Metallica’s James Hetfield at their Final Show

I love it when bands can take the piss out of each other and it not be a huge ordeal. Over the weekend, nu metal dudes Limp Bizkit wrapped up their final run of live dates with Metallica at Empower Field in Denver, Colorado. And, as most of you know by now …

Pantera Launches First Digital Asset Treasury Fund

'It's absolutely the end': Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi's Back To The Beginning vow

Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has assured Music Week that next month's Back To The Beginning extravaganza will "absolutely" be the heavy metal legends' last stand.  Taking place at Birmingham’s Villa Park stadium on July 5, the sold- …

Denver Metallica Shows Set Empower Field Attendance Record

Sorry, Taylor Swift — you've been surpassed by the overlords of metal. While the mega pop star held the record for attendance over two concerts at Empower Field after her Eras Tour in 2023, at the time beating out Ed Sheeran's record, that all …

Where to find Black Sabbath Bench and Bridge in Birmingham and get a selfie via live camera

This famous Brummie landmark features the faces of Tony Iommi, Ozzy Osbourne, Bill Ward and Geezer Butler One of Birmingham's landmarks is the Black Sabbath Bridge - an homage to Brum's godfathers of heavy metal. It features a bench boasting faces …

Metallica Reaches A Global Milestone For The First Time

Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” rises to a new peak of No. 177 on the Billboard Global 200, while living ... More inside the top 10 on multiple U.S.-based charts. UNSPECIFIED - FEBRUARY 11: AARDSHOCK FESTIVAL Photo of METALLICA and James HETFIELD, James …

SABR Coalition Welcomes Biodiesel Provisions in Senate Tax Bill

Sustainable Advanced Biofuel Refiners successful in getting short-term transitional relief for biodiesel producers in Senate budget-reconciliation bill. JEFFERSON CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sustainable …

A Cosmological Theory That Refutes Itself — And Might Redefine the Universe: The DUT General Relativity Technology

A new cosmological simulator logs its scientific predictions and refutations in real time, storing hashes in blockchain with full offline autonomy. CURITIBA, PARANá, BRAZIL, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- By Joel Almeida – Founder of …

More Too Life Instrumental in Coordinating Care for Rescued Victims During Historic U.S. Marshals Operation

More Too Life a recognized counter-exploitation org, played critical role providing support to law enforcement and comprehensive care for operation DRAGON EYE SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More Too Life, a …

Jim Bell Marks 10 Years as EVP at TTR Sotheby’s, Surpasses $1.2B in Real Estate and Mortgage Transactions

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim Bell Celebrates 10 Years as EVP at TTR Sotheby’s, Surpasses $1.2B in Combined Real Estate and Mortgage Transactions, and Earns National Media Recognition. With over …

Amber Hargrove Featured in Trudy Jacobson's Series 'Great American Warriors'

GOLDEN, CO, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From combat boots to barefoot survival, Amber Hargrove’s journey is anything but ordinary. The U.S. Army veteran, Discovery Channel survivalist, and passionate mom is now turning heads for a …

Hawaii Leads Nation: Ends Extreme Sentencing & Adult Prison for Kids, Embraces Trauma-Informed Justice

New Laws Prohibit Extreme Sentencing, Bar Incarceration of Youth in Adult Prisons, and Set a Minimum Age of 12 for Prosecution HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark victory for children’s rights and …

SideBar Welcomes Government Accountability Project CEO Louis Clark

The Government Accountability Project uses legal action, fact-based media reporting, and legislation to protect government and corporate whistleblowers. MONTEREY/SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SideBar …

IXP Corporation Recognizes 16-Year Veteran Dispatcher for Poised and Professional Emergency Response

Decisive actions taken by an IXP/ChatComm 911 veteran dispatcher helped thwart a potentially life-threatening emergency call on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. SANDY SPRINGS, GA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IXP Corporation is …

FLEOA Commends U.S. Marshals and Partner Agencies for Recovery of Over 60 Missing and Endangered Children

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) proudly commends the U.S. Marshals Service Middle District of Florida and all participating federal, state, and local law …

Glenn Sturm Announces Major New Projects and Celebrates Breakthrough Success Across His Catalog

As new books take shape, Glenn's back catalog of literary works finds tipping point traction. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Currently deep in the writing cave, Glenn is hard at work on his most ambitious …

U.S. Supreme Court Swats Away Pork Industry's Latest Challenge to Proposition 12

Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy applaud high court’s refusal to undermine landmark animal welfare law WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to accept …

VETCOMM US Releases Mid-Year Report, Showcasing Unprecedented Growth and Life-Changing Impact for Veterans

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VETCOMM US, an organization dedicated to helping veterans secure the VA disability benefits they are owed, is announcing the release of its mid-year report, demonstrating …

Office of the Governor – News Release – Gov. Green Increases Public Safety with the Signing of Fireworks Bills

HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green, M.D., today signed two notable pieces of legislation into law, marking a significant milestone in the effort to curb the illegal use, sale and distribution of fireworks in the state of Hawai‘i. The passage of House Bills …

RFD-TV TO AIR AMERICA'S 250TH KICKOFF CONCERT W/ LEE GREENWOOD, OAK RIDGE BOYS, LARRY GATLIN, EXILE & BELLAMY BROTHERS

250th Birthday Kick-Off Celebration To Air July 4th at 1 PM (ET) and 6 PM (ET) With An Encore Broadcast on July 5th at 7 PM (ET) On RFD-TV NASHVILLE, TN, TN, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- America’s 250th birthday, which officially …

Immigration Attorney Michael DiRaimondo at Wildes and Weinberg PC Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael DiRaimondo, renowned immigration attorney at Wildes Law is raising the alarm over recent “unbelievably ruthless” U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) practices. …

Planet Green, Inc. Petitions U.S. Supreme Court to Review Amazon’s Section 230 Defense in Cartridge Mislabeling Case

Planet Green asks Supreme Court to review Amazon’s Section 230 immunity over alleged role in distribution of falsely advertised printer cartridges WASHINGTON DC, CA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Planet Green Cartridges, Inc …

Archetypes of Virtue: A Two-Day Memory Parlor on Intention, Symbolic Memory, and the Korean War

The Cora di Brazzà Foundation proudly announces its fifth annual Memory Parlor PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Cora di Brazzà Foundation proudly announces its fifth annual Memory Parlor, Archetypes of …

EPA Staff Stand Up for Agency Mission in 'EPA Declaration of Dissent'

The EPA Declaration of Dissent outlines how policies enacted under Administrator Zeldin undermine the EPA mission and harm the public. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Current employees of the Environmental …

FEDCON Announces Scalable Remote IT Services for Government Contractors, Empowering VOSBs and SDVOSBs

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FEDCON (FederalGovernment.info) announced major service improvements to its business-government connection platform. FEDCON now offers adaptable remote IT services through elite IT …

DBEDT NEWS RELEASE: Visitor Arrivals and Expenditures Increased in May 2025

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM KA ʻOIHANA HOʻOMOHALA PĀʻOIHANA, ʻIMI WAIWAI A HOʻOMĀKAʻIKAʻI   RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS DIVISION   JAMES KUNANE …