On July 5, 2025, heavy metal fans around the globe will witness a historic moment as Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne take their final bow at the “Back to the Beginning” concert in Birmingham, England—the birthplace of metal. For those unable to attend in person, the entire event will be available to stream worldwide, allowing fans everywhere to join in the celebration.
The monumental concert will mark the farewell performance of Black Sabbath’s original lineup: Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. Though health issues have kept Ozzy from returning to full-time live performances, he has confirmed he’ll be on stage for select moments throughout the show. “I’ll be doing little bits and pieces,” he said, ensuring fans that he’ll be part of this emotional send-off.
Adding to the magnitude of the day, the concert will also celebrate Ozzy’s legendary solo career, which earned him a place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in his own right. He’ll be honored with a tribute set packed with some of his most iconic solo hits.
The day won’t be short on power or star power. A staggering lineup of hard rock and metal’s biggest names will take the stage, including Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira, Halestorm, Alice in Chains, Lamb of God, Anthrax, Mastodon, and Sammy Hagar. These artists will pay tribute to Sabbath’s influence while keeping the energy roaring throughout the day.
With emotions running high and legends sharing the stage one last time, “Back to the Beginning” promises to be one of the most unforgettable days in metal history. Whether you’re in Birmingham or tuning in from your living room, this is one you won’t want to miss.
