Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath · 1970
38 min · 7 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · doom metal
A dark symphony of haunting riffs and ominous vocals that set the stage for heavy metal's birth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dark symphony of haunting riffs dynamic journey with peaks wave-like pacing with intensity
- Context
- Released on February 13, 1970, 'Black Sabbath' was the debut album for the band Black Sabbath, marking their emergence in the music scene. At this point, they were still relatively unknown, but this album quickly established them as pioneers of heavy metal, shaping their future trajectory as a defining act in the genre.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, doom metal
Black Sabbath is an album by Black Sabbath, released in 1970. A dark symphony of haunting riffs and ominous vocals that set the stage for heavy metal's birth. The self-titled debut album not only topped charts in several countries but also introduced a new sound that influenced countless artists and bands in heavy metal and rock. It has been widely acclaimed by critics and is often cited as one of the greatest metal albums of all time, cementing Black Sabbath's legacy in music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Black Sabbath sound like?
A dark symphony of haunting riffs and ominous vocals that set the stage for heavy metal's birth. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Black Sabbath by Black Sabbath notable?
The self-titled debut album not only topped charts in several countries but also introduced a new sound that influenced countless artists and bands in heavy metal and rock. It has been widely acclaimed by critics and is often cited as one of the greatest metal albums of all time, cementing Black Sabbath's legacy in music history. Released on February 13, 1970, 'Black Sabbath' was the debut album for the band Black Sabbath, marking their emergence in the music scene. At this point, they were still relatively unknown, but this album quickly established them as pioneers of heavy metal, shaping their future trajectory as a defining act in the genre.
Who is Black Sabbath for?
Black Sabbath works well if you're into dark symphony of haunting riffs, dynamic journey with peaks and wave-like pacing with intensity.
How many songs are on Black Sabbath?
Black Sabbath has 7 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Black Sabbath Standout 6:22
- 2 The Wizard 4:25
- 3 Behind the Wall of Sleep 3:38
- 4 N.I.B. Standout 6:09
- 5 Evil Woman Standout 3:25
- 6 Sleeping Village 10:45
- 7 Warning 3:31
Release Date
February 13, 1970
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
38 min 15 sec
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