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Bill Ward won't be a part of Black Sabbath reunion shows

Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward released an emotional letter to fans, explaining that he has declined to take part in the band's forthcoming reunion outing. // Tour dates at SoundSpike May 17, 2012 - Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward released an emotional letter to fans, explaining that he has declined to take part in the band's forthcoming reunion outing.

Red Hot Chili Peppers, Black Sabbath among Lollapalooza headliners

Red Hot Chili Peppers, Black Sabbath, The Black Keys, Jack White, Florence + The Machine and At The Drive-In top the list of confirmed acts for this year's Lollapalooza, which will take over Chicago's Grant Park Aug. 3-5. April 11, 2012 - Red Hot Chili Peppers, Black Sabbath, The Black Keys, Jack White, Florence + The Machine and At The Drive-In top the list of confirmed acts for this year's Lollapalooza, which will take over Chicago's Grant Park Aug. 3-5.

Black Sabbath reunion promises scaled back

That big reunion of Black Sabbath's original members that was announced back in November? Let's walk it back a bit more. // Tour dates at SoundSpike February 21, 2012 - That big reunion of Black Sabbath's original members that was announced back in November? Let's walk it back a bit more.

Black Sabbath reunion moves forward without Bill Ward

Bill Ward's bandmates in Black Sabbath aren't in the mood to negotiate with the drummer at the moment. February 6, 2012 - Bill Ward's bandmates in Black Sabbath aren't in the mood to negotiate with the drummer at the moment.

Drummer Bill Ward holding out on Black Sabbath reunion

Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward has threatened to drop out of the band's upcoming album and tour, another hurdle for reunion plans that were already facing difficulties due to guitarist Tony Iommi's recent cancer diagnosis. February 2, 2012 - Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward has threatened to drop out of the band's upcoming album and tour, another hurdle for reunion plans that were already facing difficulties due to guitarist Tony Iommi's recent cancer diagnosis.

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi has lymphoma, but continues recording

Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma, but it won't stop the band's plans for their first new studio set in 33 years. // Tour dates at SoundSpike January 9, 2012 - Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma, but it won't stop the band's plans for their first new studio set in 33 years.

Black Sabbath unleashes first round of reunion shows

Legendary metal outfit Black Sabbath will reunite for a European trek next spring in anticipation of a fall release -- the band's first in 33 years. // Tour dates at SoundSpike November 21, 2011 - Legendary metal outfit Black Sabbath will reunite for a European trek next spring in anticipation of a fall release -- the band's first in 33 years.

Black Sabbath regroups to record album with Rick Rubin, tour

Black Sabbath's four original members -- frontman Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward -- are recording their first new studio album in 33 years, and will back it with a world tour, the band announced at a press conference Friday (11/11). November 11, 2011 - Black Sabbath's four original members are recording their first new studio album in 33 years, and will back it with a world tour.

Ozzy Osbourne sues for rights to Black Sabbath name

June 1, 2009 - Ozzy Osbourne has filed suit against guitarist Tony Iommi over ownership of the Black Sabbath name. The trademark-infringement suit--which, in part, claims Osbourne's signature lead vocals are largely responsible for the band's extraordinary success--was filed Friday (5/29) in a New York federal court, and reportedly seeks to return ownership of the name, as well as profits from the use of the band's name and logos, to the original four Sabbath members, Osbourne, Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward.
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May 2012
23 - Helsinki, Finland - Hartwall Arena (Ozzy & Friends)
25 - Stockholm, Sweden - Stadium (Ozzy & Friends)
27 - Jelling, Denmark - Jelling Festival (Ozzy & Friends)
29 - Bergen, Norway - Bergen Calling Festival (Ozzy & Friends)
31 - Oslo, Norway - Spektrum (Ozzy & Friends)

June 2012
2 - Malmo, Sweden - Malmo Stadium (Ozzy & Friends)
4 - Dortmund, Germany - Westfalenhalle (Ozzy & Friends)
6 - Prague, Czech Republic - O2 Arena (Ozzy & Friends)
10 - Donnington, England - Download Festival (Black Sabbath)
15 - Vitoria, Spain - Azkena Rock Festival (Ozzy & Friends)
17 - Clisson, France - Hellfest (Ozzy & Friends)
22 - Dessel, Belgium - Graspop Metal Meeting (Ozzy & Friends)
24 - Milan, Italy - Gods of Metal Festival (Ozzy & Friends)
26 - Vienna, Austria - Stadthalle (Ozzy & Friends)
28 - Belgrade, Serbia - USCE Park (Ozzy & Friends)

July 2012
1 - Athens, Greece - Rockwave Festival Terra (Ozzy & Friends)
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