Book Review: "How Black Was Our Sabbath: An Unauthorized View from the Crew" by David Tangye and Graham Wright (2005)
The heavy metal innovators from Birmingham are profiled here in this introspective look at the Ozzy years by two former personal assistants to the band. Lots of 70s excess here with the typical tales of alcohol, cocaine and relationship breakdowns, and excellent insights into the creative process which was largely owing to the tensions between childhood rivals Ozzy Osbourne and Tony Iommi. As such, it's would be well on your bookshelf in between "The Dirt" (Crue) and "Hammer of the Gods" (Led Zep).
Any fan of hard music who wants to learn more about the history of metal will enjoy this read.
Overall rating: 8/10
posted by Road Hammer @ 12:39 PM
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Yeah, 'The Road Hammer';
I also have read this one and think it goes further into the true story of Black Sabbath than any of the stuff thats out there goes.
What I like about the book is that the authours were actually there with the band at the time, and have no perticular axes to grind.
A great read and insight into the birth and evolution of an extraordinary band..
Hi there 'Road Hammer' I have checked out the authors website, at;
www.blacksabbath.co.uk
Loads of info here on their book.
Cool read by the way..
Rasman2.,.,.
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