Final Ozzy Sabbath Show Boxed For December Release
In a performance that will undoubtedly enter the annals of rock history, Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath delivered a monumental farewell at the Back to the Beginning concert on July 5, 2025, in Birmingham, England. This wasn’t just a concert; it was a cathartic convergence of legacy, rock royalty, and deeply personal emotion.
Marking the final live performances for both Ozzy and Black Sabbath, the event brought together the original lineup of Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward for the first time in over two decades. The scale of the event was staggering, drawing massive attention from the music world and beyond. With over three million ticket requests for 44,000 available seats, the show became a veritable gathering of rock titans, featuring acts like Metallica, Guns n’ Roses, Slayer, Tool, Pantera, Anthrax, Gojira, and Mastodon.
The atmosphere was electric, overseen by Jason Momoa and musically guided by Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello, creating a spectacle unlike any other. Beyond the stage, the experience was captured cinematically. The resulting film, Back to the Beginning, is a three-and-a-half-hour epic presented in Dolby Atmos, Dolby 2.1, and 5.1. It features iconic moments, including Jack Black performing “Mr. Crowley” and Fred Durst taking on “Changes,” alongside moving behind-the-scenes footage and tributes from celebrities such as Dolly Parton and AC/DC, anchored by the documentary Sounds of Birmingham.
For Ozzy, the performance carried profound meaning. Facing chronic pain during the final six years of his life, his wish was simply to perform one last time to thank his devoted fans and bid them goodbye. His widow, Sharon Osbourne, oversaw the concert and executive-produced the film, emphasizing the deeply personal nature of the celebration.
The legacy extended beyond the stage. Earlier this month, Osbourne was further honored with the Tania Alexander-directed Paramount+ documentary OZZY: NO ESCAPE FROM NOW, which chronicled the last years of his life. This was complemented by the release of his second memoir, Last Rites.
For fans eager to relive this historic event, the concert is available in multiple formats, including 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, CD, vinyl, and digital releases, all scheduled for release on December 11th. Collectors can choose from standard editions or a deluxe boxed set, which promises an expanded package featuring three Blu-rays, two CDs, three heavyweight vinyl LPs, a 72-page hardcover book, and exclusive memorabilia.
The deluxe edition package is set to arrive on April 23rd and includes all 35 Osbourne and Black Sabbath songs performed at the event. With multiple editions available, this historic performance ensures that the energy and enduring power of hard rock continue to resonate for years to come.
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