Name: Sabotage
Brand: Black Sabbath

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5414939920837

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Limited edition

Release date

2024-02-02

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Supplier GB

Warner Music Group

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2009-09-21

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Black Sabbath

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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.

Released in july 1975, Black Sabbath's sixth studio album gained another favourable review from Rolling Stone magazine who stated "Sabotage is not only Black Sabbath's best record since 'Paranoid' it might be their best ever. Even with the usual themes of death, destruction and mental illness running throughout this album, the unleashed frenzy and raw energy they've returned to here comes like a breath of fresh air". The album is evidence that the band still weren't afraid of musical experimentation and as such, is their most varied and complex production of their formative period. With powerful signature tracks such as 'Symptom of the Universe' and 'Hole in the Sky' which became firm fan favourites, 'Sabotage' would reach the top 20 in the uk and also number 28 in the us.This re-mastered and sumptuous Gatefold digipack edition of the album boasts a comprehensive story of the album, sleeve notes by renowned rock critic Malcolm Dome and a plethora of rare and previously unseen photographs and items of memorabilia.

Sabotage

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