Greatest Hits
Black Sabbath · 2009
73 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · doom metal
A thunderous collection of heavy riffs and haunting melodies that defined a generation of rock music.
Why this album works
- Best for
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends dynamic shifts in pacing heavy riffs for cathartic release
- Context
- By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 2009, Black Sabbath was already an iconic force in heavy metal, having formed over 40 years earlier. This compilation features tracks from their early years through their later works, encapsulating their evolution and enduring influence on the genre during a time when they were also experiencing a resurgence in popularity with newer audiences.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, doom metal
Greatest Hits is an album by Black Sabbath, released in 2009. A thunderous collection of heavy riffs and haunting melodies that defined a generation of rock music. This compilation album serves as a testament to Black Sabbath's monumental impact on heavy metal, featuring classics that have influenced countless bands. Notably, it peaked at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying their legacy and introducing their music to new generations of listeners. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Greatest Hits sound like?
A thunderous collection of heavy riffs and haunting melodies that defined a generation of rock music. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Greatest Hits by Black Sabbath notable?
This compilation album serves as a testament to Black Sabbath's monumental impact on heavy metal, featuring classics that have influenced countless bands. Notably, it peaked at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying their legacy and introducing their music to new generations of listeners. By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 2009, Black Sabbath was already an iconic force in heavy metal, having formed over 40 years earlier. This compilation features tracks from their early years through their later works, encapsulating their evolution and enduring influence on the genre during a time when they were also experiencing a resurgence in popularity with newer audiences.
Who is Greatest Hits for?
Greatest Hits works well if you're into nostalgic sing-alongs with friends, dynamic shifts in pacing and heavy riffs for cathartic release.
How many songs are on Greatest Hits?
Greatest Hits has 14 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paranoid Standout 2:50
- 2 Iron Man Standout 5:55
- 3 Changes 4:43
- 4 Fairies Wear Boots 6:15
- 5 War Pigs Standout 7:56
- 6 Never Say Die 3:50
- 7 Children of the Grave 5:17
- 8 The Wizard 4:25
- 9 Snowblind 5:29
- 10 Sweet Leaf 5:04
- 11 Evil Woman (Don't Play Your Games With Me) 3:22
- 12 Sabbath Bloody Sabbath 5:45
- 13 Black Sabbath 6:18
- 14 N.I.B. 6:06
Release Date
June 9, 2009
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
73 min 21 sec
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