Tony Iommi

As the only member to have appeared in every incarnation of Black Sabbath, Tony Iommi hasn't been the most prolific solo artist. In fact, this keeper of the flame has only releasing two albums as a leader – 2000's 'Iommi' and 2005's 'Fused.' It's not Iommi's fault, however, as even his solo ideas tended to get absorbed into Black Sabbath. For instance, 1986's 'Seventh Star' was to be his proposed debut, before label executives insisted it be released under the Sabbath banner. Most of his work since retains a connection back to Black Sabbath. Glenn Hughes, the vocalist on 'Seventh Star,' later reunited with Iommi for 'Fused,' and was featured on a collection of sessions tracks titled '1996 DEP Sessions.' Iommi also collaborated with Black Sabbath contributors Ozzy Osbourne and Ian Gillan on the guest-packed 'Iommi' and 2012's 'WhoCares,' respectively. He made an appearance on the 2006 release 'Gillan's Inn,' too.

Video for Tony Iommi-Penned ‘Lonely Planet’ Song Released
Video for Tony Iommi-Penned ‘Lonely Planet’ Song Released
Video for Tony Iommi-Penned ‘Lonely Planet’ Song Released
Armenian rockers Dorians will take the Tony Iommi-penned 'Lonely Planet' to the Eurovision Song Contest in May. The song's music video -- along with videos for the other 38 entries -- has been made available to fans of the band, of Black Sabbath and the international song contest, now in its 58th year.
Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi Pays Tribute to Alvin Lee
Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi Pays Tribute to Alvin Lee
Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi Pays Tribute to Alvin Lee
The unexpected death of Ten Years After's Alvin Lee left many of his peers offering tributes, condolences, and memories -- including Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi, who recently spoke about the way Lee helped Sabbath get a leg up during its early years.
Queen & Sabbath Team-Up?
Queen & Sabbath Team-Up?
Queen & Sabbath Team-Up?
Few bands would turn down having Tony Iommi backing them up, and soon more bands will get the chance. The Black Sabbath guitarist has a treasure trove of riffs laying around, unused, in his studio. Queen's Brian May has inspired Iommi to put them to good use.
Metallica, Tony Iommi, Rob Zombie to Recieve High Honors at 2013 Golden Gods Awards
Metallica, Tony Iommi, Rob Zombie to Recieve High Honors at 2013 Golden Gods Awards
Metallica, Tony Iommi, Rob Zombie to Recieve High Honors at 2013 Golden Gods Awards
Motorhead, Rush and Aerosmith are amongst the nominees in 11 just-announced categories for the fifth annual Revolver Golden Gods Awards Show, but the highest honors will go to Metallica and Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi, in addition to Rob Zombie. Metallica will also play at the show's live concert on May 2 at Club Nokia in Los Angeles.
New Edition of Book
New Edition of Book
New Edition of Book
One year ago Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath released his memoir, 'Iron Man: My Journey Through Heaven and Hell With Black Sabbath.' The hard cover book came just before his lymphoma diagnosis, leaving the full story untold. That will change this fall when Iommi releases the paperback version.
Tony Iommi Says ‘No’ to Bill Ward’s Return To Black Sabbath
Tony Iommi Says ‘No’ to Bill Ward’s Return To Black Sabbath
Tony Iommi Says ‘No’ to Bill Ward’s Return To Black Sabbath
The reunion of Black Sabbath this year has taken place without original drummer Bill Ward, who is not participating due to a contract dispute. Throughout the ordeal, we have seen Ward say that he would love to play with them again, and Ozzy Osbourne state that his old friend is welcome. So, we've been asking, what's been stopping them from working out a deal?

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