Name: Master Of Reality
Brand: Black Sabbath

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

5414939920806

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-01-19

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Warner Music Group

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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Black Sabbath

Genre GB

Metal

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Sanctuary

Considered by many to be the first heavy metal band, Black Sabbath was formed in 1968 by Tony Iommi, Ozzy Osbourne, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward in Birmingham, UK. The band's original name was the Polka Tulk Blues Band (later shortened to Polka Tulk) and later on changed to Earth before becoming Black Sabbath inspired by an Italian horror movie of the same name.

The original line-up lasted until 1979, after which Osbourne was fired and replaced by Ronnie James Dio. Throughout the years, there were several line-up changes with only Tony Iommi and keyboardist Geoff Nicholls remaining as consistent members. In 1997, Iommi, Butler, Ward, and Osbourne reunited for touring purposes. In 2007, they toured together as Heaven & Hell featuring Dio-era members.

In 2011, it was announced that the original line-up would be recording and touring again but Bill Ward dropped out due to contract issues. The three remaining members continued without him and released "13" in 2013. Black Sabbath played their final live show in Birmingham in 2017 but Tony Iommi has stated that future music and live appearances are still possible.

Sanctuary Records is a British label that has made a significant impact on the music industry. With its main role as a record company, Sanctuary has become synonymous with quality and success. The label has been associated with numerous talented artists and performers, who have achieved great acclaim under the Sanctuary brand.

As one of the leading labels in the industry, Sanctuary Records Group holds an esteemed reputation for its commitment to excellence. Its logo, which can be seen on various releases, signifies not only the quality of music but also the dedication of the label to providing exceptional musical experiences.

With Label Codes LC 06448 / LC 6448 / LC 23251, Sanctuary Records Group ensures that its releases are easily identifiable and distinguishable from others in the market. This attention to detail reflects their meticulous approach to delivering top-notch music to their audience.

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The first 2 albums may be seminal but quality-wise, 'Master of Reality' is the band's first true classic. Whereas 'Black Sabbath' was a heavy blues album and 'Paranoid' was a psychedelic blues album, 'Master of Reality' is the first real statement from the band that earned their coined 'heavy metal' tag. From the very onset, it's all chugging, down-tuned, fuzzy, big sounding riffs that are synonymous with what heavy metal is today. it is also really their only true heavy metal album, strangely as blues and rock and roll pervades most of their Ozzy catalogue. LP - 180 Gram Vinyl with CD.

Master Of Reality

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Discover Master Of Reality by Black Sabbath. The band's first true classic, this LP is a heavy metal masterpiece. 180 Gram Vinyl with CD. Label: Sanctuary.