Black Sabbath Final Show Live Streamed, First Recording Kit Displayed Birmingham

As Black Sabbath prepares for their final concert at Birmingham's Villa Park on July 5, 2025, several significant events are highlighting the band's legacy. Jo Burt, bassist who toured with Black Sabbath in 1987, is auctioning off his collection of memorabilia, including stage-worn items and instruments, coinciding with the band's farewell. Additionally, Black Sabbath's original recording equipment, including a microphone used by Ozzy Osbourne and parts of the mixing desk from their first studio sessions at Zella Studios, has been rediscovered after over 30 years and will be displayed near the final show. The exhibition, organized by John Mostyn and on loan from former studio owner Johnny Haynes, celebrates the birth of heavy metal music in Birmingham, where the band first recorded under the name Earth before becoming Black Sabbath. Fans worldwide will also have the opportunity to watch Black Sabbath's farewell performance live via a special livestream at backtothebeginning.com, making the event accessible beyond the sold-out stadium. This final show features not only the iconic lineup but also a supergroup of renowned musicians, marking a historic moment for heavy metal fans globally.