Sabotage
Black Sabbath · 1975
43 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · doom metal
A tumultuous blend of heavy metal and progressive rock, marked by intricate guitar riffs and anguished vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing with intensity shifts cathartic release through intricate riffs
- Context
- Released on July 28, 1975, 'Sabotage' was Black Sabbath's sixth studio album, coming after their critically acclaimed 'Sabotage.' This period was marked by internal tensions and lineup changes that influenced the band's sound. The album showcased a more complex and experimental approach, reflecting their artistic evolution amidst pressures from the music industry.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, doom metal
Sabotage is an album by Black Sabbath, released in 1975. A tumultuous blend of heavy metal and progressive rock, marked by intricate guitar riffs and anguished vocals. 'Sabotage' is notable for its critical reception, with many reviewers praising its ambitious blend of styles. It peaked at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart and has been cited as a significant influence on the development of heavy metal and doom metal genres, impacting countless artists in subsequent years. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sabotage sound like?
A tumultuous blend of heavy metal and progressive rock, marked by intricate guitar riffs and anguished vocals. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Sabotage by Black Sabbath notable?
'Sabotage' is notable for its critical reception, with many reviewers praising its ambitious blend of styles. It peaked at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart and has been cited as a significant influence on the development of heavy metal and doom metal genres, impacting countless artists in subsequent years. Released on July 28, 1975, 'Sabotage' was Black Sabbath's sixth studio album, coming after their critically acclaimed 'Sabotage.' This period was marked by internal tensions and lineup changes that influenced the band's sound. The album showcased a more complex and experimental approach, reflecting their artistic evolution amidst pressures from the music industry.
Who is Sabotage for?
Sabotage works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, wave-like pacing with intensity shifts and cathartic release through intricate riffs.
How many songs are on Sabotage?
Sabotage has 8 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hole in the Sky 3:59
- 2 Don’t Start (Too Late) 0:49
- 3 Symptom of the Universe Standout 6:28
- 4 Megalomania 9:40
- 5 The Thrill of It All 5:54
- 6 Supertzar 3:43
- 7 Am I Going Insane (Radio) Standout 4:15
- 8 The Writ Standout 8:10
Release Date
July 28, 1975
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
43 min 3 sec
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