Ozzy Osbourne Black Sabbath Back To The Beginning soundtrack and film release
In July 2025, the music world witnessed an event that transcended a concert and became a monumental celebration of rock and roll history: the ‘Back To The Beginning’ show for the legendary duo of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath.
Held at Villa Park in Birmingham, this one-day spectacle was more than just a performance; it was a reunion of musical titans. It marked not only the final solo performance by Ozzy Osbourne but also the last live appearance by the original Black Sabbath lineup, featuring the band’s founding members Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward playing live together for the first time in two decades.
The scale of the event was staggering, drawing an unbelievable roster of musicians and rock icons. From heavyweights like Metallica, Slayer, and Pantera, to modern giants such as Tool, Mastodon, and Gojira, the stage was packed with a genre-defining assembly. The lineup also included artists like Guns N’ Roses, Alice In Chains, Smashing Pumpkins, Ghost‘s Tobias Forge, Billy Corgan, Steven Tyler, and the iconic drummer Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, among many others.
The atmosphere was electric, fueled by a deep respect for the music that had shaped a generation. As the event unfolded, it solidified its status as a genuine cultural moment, generating an incredible outpouring of support. In a heartwarming gesture, the show raised approximately £11 million for charity, underscoring the powerful community spirit that binds rock music.
The emotional weight of the day was palpable. As Ozzy Osbourne, who had battled chronic pain in his final years, took the stage, the performance was framed as a poignant farewell—a final act of gratitude and remembrance for the fans who had followed his extraordinary legacy.
The memory of ‘Back to the Beginning’ is now being immortalized. The footage from the event has been transformed into a feature concert film, which is currently showing in cinemas worldwide. This cinematic release offers an unparalleled look at the energy and emotion of the day.
The official soundtrack and concert film are set for release on December 11, available across various formats including 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, CD, and vinyl. The release also includes special highlights, such as performances by guests like Jack Black performing ‘Mr. Crowley’ and Fred Durst performing ‘Changes’, alongside a Sounds of Birmingham documentary.
Further memorabilia will be available with a ‘Deluxe Box Set’ launching on April 23, 2027. This deluxe edition will feature bonus HD Blu-ray content, all 35 Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath songs, guest covers, limited edition posters, and unique collectibles like an Ozzy Pendant Necklace.
Reflecting on the spectacle, Sharon Osbourne shared that the event was a celebration of the artists who had been considered the “bastards of the music industry”, emphasizing that the show represented a necessary acknowledgment of a genre and a community that has endured.
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