Ozzy Osbourne and his legendary metal band Black Sabbath hung up their boots after over 50 years of rocking the world. The iconic frontman, who died on July 22, and his wife, Sharon Osbourne, organized a monumental farewell event, uniting some of rock's biggest names to celebrate the band's profound influence on heavy metal culture.
Source: MEGAOzzy Osbourne performed for the final time in early July.
The Back to the Beginning concert, which spanned 10 glorious hours, took place at Villa Park, just a stone's throw from where Osbourne and his bandmates first found their musical footing. The event was a heartfelt tribute, bringing together rock legends to honor the legacy of the band often referred to as the pioneers of heavy metal. While other musicians have returned after declaring their retirements, this concert felt like a fond farewell filled with love and nostalgia.
The extravaganza kicked off at 3 p.m. in the U.K., with the livestream launching two hours later in the U.S. Highlights from the show included a powerful set from Mastodon, followed by blues legends Rival Sons and Anthrax, who rocked the crowd with a spirited two-song performance.
Here are some of the most memorable moments from this historic celebration of the band that transformed heavy metal into a cultural phenomenon and the frontman forever known as the Prince of Darkness.
Source: @ozzyosbourne/INSTAGRAMJason Momoa hosted, calling it 'the most epic day in heavy metal history.
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Jason Momoa Takes Center StageHosting duties went to Jason Momoa, who declared it "the most epic day in the history of heavy metal." Capturing the day on his cellphone, the star had no qualms about jumping into the mosh pit while introducing the heavy-hitters Pantera. His enthusiasm was infectious, showcasing just how much he loves the music scene.
Jack Black Shines with 'Mr. Crowley'Jack Black, known for his comedic chops and rock star persona, nailed a pre-taped video rendition of Ozzy's "Mr. Crowley." Featuring Roman Morello (son of Tom Morello) and Revel Ian (son of Scott Ian from Anthrax), his performance blended wackiness with a spot-on vocal tribute to the legendary Ozzy.
Source: @ozzyosbourne/INSTAGRAMJack Black delivered a pre-taped performance of 'Mr.
Crowley' with his signature rock flair.
Lizzy Hale Lights Up the StageOnly the second woman on the lineup, Lizzy Hale of Halestorm captivated the crowd with two fiery original songs and an electrifying cover of "Perry Mason." She took to the stage once more for "Ultimate Sin," backed by an all-star crew that included Extreme's Nuno Bettencourt, Jake E. Lee, and drummer Mike Bordin.
Source: @nunobettencourtofficial/INSTAGRAMNuno Bettencourt posted a guitar solo on Instagram, captioned, 'On my way to the stadium .
.. iconic Villa Park.'
Nuno Bettencourt Shines BrightNuno delivered some of the most impressive guitar work of the day. His intricate playing during the all-star jam was a treat, particularly when he joined Disturbed's David Draiman on the Sabbath classic "Sweet Leaf." Initially booed, David turned the crowd's negativity to cheers with a stunning performance.
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Source: @iamstevent/INSTAGRAM;@aerosmith/INSTAGRAMSteven Tyler and others wowed the crowd with a jaw-dropping super jam.
Yungblud's Heartfelt 'Changes'British pop-punk artist Yungblud provided a heartfelt rendition of "Changes." His emotive performance resonated with the audience, paralleling his cover of David Bowie's "Life on Mars" from earlier in his career.
Celebrity Drum Circle Featuring Rock TitansA drum circle featuring Danny Carey of Tool, Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Travis Barker of Blink-182 pumped adrenaline into the audience with a thrilling cover of "Symptom of the Universe." Their chemistry created a magical moment fans will re
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