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Black Sabbath & Ozzy Osbourne: The Stories Behind the Songs

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Black Sabbath & Ozzy Osbourne: The Stories Behind the Songs by Carol Clerk and Paul Elliott delves into the fascinating histories and inspirations behind Black Sabbath's iconic tracks. The book explores the band's creative journey, examining the lyrical and musical artistry of songs throughout their influential career. It's a deep dive into the legendary band's storytelling and artistic legacy, shedding light on the influences and circumstances that shaped their distinctive sound.
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If you're fascinated by rock legends and want an in-depth look at the lyrics and how they came to be, this exploration of Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne's music will captivate you. Unearth the tales behind iconic songs, discover the creative processes, and delve into the cultural impact of one of rock's most influential bands. Perfect for music enthusiasts and fans of classic rock history.

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Black Sabbath's most notable songs are celebrated through their stories and rare on-the-page memorabilia.

Black Sabbath's most notable songs are celebrated through their stories and rare on-the-page memorabilia.

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Immerse yourself in the glorious story of Black Sabbath with the stories of their classic songs, in one beautifully illustrated volume. This celebration of 50 years of Sabbath includes rare-on-the-page memorabilia throughout the book as it tells the story of the band and all their classic songs, as well as the hugely popular hits from Ozzy as a solo artist.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787392700

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Welbeck

Illustration: Approx. 150 colour and b/w images

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 234.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 1110g

Pages: 160

About the Author

The late Carol Clerk was a veteran rock music writer, an author and an award-winning journalist. After many years on the staff of Melody Maker, most of those as news editor, she became a self-employed writer in 2001, contributing to publications including Uncut, Classic Rock and the Independent, and appearing as an expert in a variety of radio and TV programs and DVD music documentaries. She wrote and ghostwrote a dozen books, most recently biographies of Hawkwind and The Pogues.Β 

Paul Elliott is a highly respected music writer and his work regularly appears in MOJO, Classic Rock, Q and Kerrang. He has interviewed Black Sabbath.Β 

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