Dear rock enthusiasts,
We have thrilling news to share! On July 5, 2025, at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, the legendary Ozzy Osbourne will take the stage for his final live performance, aptly named “Back to the Beginning – The Final Show.” This monumental event will feature a historic reunion of Black Sabbath’s original lineup—Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward—marking their first performance together in two decades.
The concert boasts an extraordinary lineup of heavy metal titans, including Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira, Alice in Chains, Halestorm, Lamb of God, Anthrax, and Mastodon. Notably, this event will also mark Slayer’s second reunion show of 2025.
Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine will serve as the musical director, promising an unforgettable experience. He enthusiastically stated, “This will be the greatest heavy metal show ever.”
In addition to the stellar band lineup, a host of special guests will grace the stage, including Billy Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins), David Draiman (Disturbed), Duff McKagan and Slash (Guns N’ Roses), Frank Bello (Anthrax), Fred Durst (Limp Bizkit), Jake E. Lee (ex-Ozzy Osbourne), K.K. Downing (ex-Judas Priest, KK’s Priest), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Mike Bordin (Faith No More, ex-Ozzy Osbourne), Rudy Sarzo (ex-Ozzy Osbourne), Sammy Hagar, Scott Ian (Anthrax), II (Sleep Token), Papa V Perpetua (Ghost), Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine), Wolfgang Van Halen (Mammoth WVH), and Zakk Wylde (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society, Pantera).
This event is not only a celebration of heavy metal but also a charitable endeavor. All profits will be donated to Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorn Children’s Hospice.
Tickets will be available starting February 14, 2025. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the legends of metal unite for an unforgettable night in their hometown.
