I’ve seen several remarks from people about my comment two days ago regarding Tony Martin leaving. Let me clarify a few things. Sabbath has not been pronounced “dead”. Quite the opposite. My sources say that it will continue after the solo album. I also do not know whether Martin has left on his own accord […]
Various Solo Project Updates
October 16, 1996 by
There are several small updates I have to post today. Iommi Solo album update: Work progresses on the solo album. A three track demo now exists, and is being used to secure a record deal. The lineup on the solo album will be: Tony Iommi (guitars), Glenn Hughes (vocals and bass), Dave Holland (drums), & […]
The Shadows Tribute Album Info
September 26, 1996 by
The Shadows Tribute Album is about ready for release. Tony Iommi makes an appearance on it, and here’s some info about the tribute. The Shadows, sometimes known as “The Ventures of England,” were pioneering instrumental rockers that influenced an entire generation of British guitar players. The Shadows had more #1 hits on the British charts […]
Tony Iommi Solo Information
August 20, 1996 by
Work on Tony Iommi’s solo album pushes on. He’s currently writing material with Don Airey. Don last played with Tony on Sabbath’s Never Say Die album in 1978. The solo album will feature multiple vocalists, one of which is the more well known Rob Halford. Also appearing on vocals will be Glenn Hughes (source is […]
Wheels of Confusion Book
July 5, 1996 by
There is a very good new book out now about Black Sabbath. It’s called “Wheels of Confusion: The Story of Black Sabbath”. It covers from the start up to 1995. If you’d like to read more about it, and get some ordering information, go to the Fanzines & Publications page here.
A Letter from Tony Martin
May 20, 1996 by
A Letter to Sam Naugler A response Sam Naugler received after writing to Tony Martin in early 1996. Text from Sam: On May 20, 1996 I received a letter from Tony Martin. (I had sent him a letter some time before and he was kind enough to respond.) I had asked several questions in the […]
More on Rob Halford
May 18, 1996 by
Here’s some more on Rob Halford and the solo project. I sent E-Mail to Rob Halford’s management company, who can be reached at fightemas@aol.com. Here’s the reply I got back from them. (Actually, I’ve been meaning to post this for some time, but I kept forgetting about it. :) Date sent: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 […]
Castle Remaster Update
April 23, 1996 by
Here’s a Remaster update: The third batch of remasters has been released. For some reason, Castle has held back Live at Last until the middle of May. On a personal note, I don’t care if they ever release that, I think it’s crap. However, it should be released in May. BATCH 3: Live Evil, Born […]
Rob Halford NOT in Black Sabbath
April 23, 1996 by
Band management, plus Pete Scott and Alexander Rack all say that Rob Halford is not joining Black Sabbath. The Halford involvement is for either an Iommi solo album, or some sort of Iommi/Halford project (like the Coverdale/Page project). I’m told that Iommi is in the pre demo stage now for new material for both a […]
Black Sabbath & Rob Halford
March 25, 1996 by
This is what I’ve found out about the two current situations with Black Sabbath. Regarding Rob Halford.. Sabbath management has said that Tony Iommi has spoken with Rob Halford (and Glenn Hughes for that matter) in regards to working together. The same person who told me this also has said that Tony Iommi is very […]
