Sharon Osbourne Drops Band from Black Sabbath Farewell Concert After Manager Clash
June 9, 2025
She stated that she prioritizes the sentiments of those who love her over any criticism from others.
Sharon Osbourne recently announced the removal of a band from the lineup of the upcoming farewell concert for Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne due to a confrontation with the band's manager.
This decision followed a significant disagreement with the manager, which Sharon discussed in an interview with Metal Hammer.
The interview revealed behind-the-scenes tensions surrounding Ozzy's farewell performance, which is set to be one of rock music's most anticipated events.
Despite facing numerous health challenges, Ozzy is preparing for the concert, although he will perform in a limited capacity, focusing on solo songs and collaborations with Black Sabbath.
His vocal abilities have largely remained intact, allowing him to continue performing even as his mobility is affected by health issues.
The concert, titled 'Back to the Beginning,' is scheduled for July 5, 2025, in Birmingham, England, and will feature a star-studded lineup including Metallica, Guns N' Roses, Slayer, Tool, Pantera, Gojira, and Alice in Chains.
To accommodate fans unable to attend in person, the event will also be streamed online, allowing a global audience to participate in celebrating Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne's legacy.
Although there was speculation about Tool being the band removed from the lineup due to their absence from initial promotional materials, it has been confirmed that they will still perform.
Rage Against The Machine's Tom Morello is set to oversee a jam session featuring various artists covering songs by Sabbath and Ozzy.
Rob Halford of Judas Priest expressed disappointment at missing the concert due to a scheduling conflict, emphasizing the event's significance for the heavy metal community.
Sharon dismissed negative comments made by the band's manager about her, calling them false and disrespectful, and emphasized her indifference to the opinions of the music industry.
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