The End
Black Sabbath · 2016
54 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · doom metal
A haunting farewell blending doom-laden riffs with reflective lyrics, encapsulating a legacy of heavy metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey haunting atmosphere for introspection live recordings enhance emotional weight
- Context
- Released on January 20, 2016, 'The End' marked Black Sabbath's final studio effort before their retirement, concluding a legendary career that began in the late 1960s. This EP followed their last tour, which celebrated their 50-year legacy in music and remains a poignant closure to their impactful journey.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, doom metal
The End is an EP by Black Sabbath, released in 2016. A haunting farewell blending doom-laden riffs with reflective lyrics, encapsulating a legacy of heavy metal. 'The End' received significant attention as it was hailed as the band's swan song, showcasing their enduring influence on heavy metal. The album features live recordings from their farewell tour and highlights tracks like 'God Is Dead?' which sparked discussions about faith and mortality among fans and critics alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The End sound like?
A haunting farewell blending doom-laden riffs with reflective lyrics, encapsulating a legacy of heavy metal. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes The End by Black Sabbath notable?
'The End' received significant attention as it was hailed as the band's swan song, showcasing their enduring influence on heavy metal. The album features live recordings from their farewell tour and highlights tracks like 'God Is Dead?' which sparked discussions about faith and mortality among fans and critics alike. Released on January 20, 2016, 'The End' marked Black Sabbath's final studio effort before their retirement, concluding a legendary career that began in the late 1960s. This EP followed their last tour, which celebrated their 50-year legacy in music and remains a poignant closure to their impactful journey.
Who is The End for?
The End works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective journey, haunting atmosphere for introspection and live recordings enhance emotional weight.
How many songs are on The End?
The End has 8 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Season of the Dead 7:22
- 2 Cry All Night 6:58
- 3 Take Me Home 4:57
- 4 Isolated Man 5:31
- 5 God Is Dead? (live) Standout 8:57
- 6 Under the Sun (live) 4:36
- 7 End of the Beginning (live) Standout 8:09
- 8 Age of Reason (live) Standout 7:46
Release Date
January 20, 2016
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
54 min 16 sec
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