The highly anticipated “Back to the Beginning” concert has officially kicked off, bringing a day filled with electrifying performances to fans at Villa Park in Birmingham, England. This all-day event, which culminates in the final performances of legendary artists Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath, began on Saturday, July 5th, and has already showcased an impressive lineup of talented bands.
The concert commenced with a series of mini-sets featuring renowned acts such as Mastodon, Rival Sons, Anthrax, Halestorm, and Lamb of God. Mastodon opened the event with a powerful performance, delivering two of their original tracks, “Black Tongue” and “Blood and Thunder.” They also paid tribute to the iconic Black Sabbath by covering “Supernaut,” with drummer Brann Dailor taking the lead vocals. The performance was further enhanced by the addition of renowned drummers Mario Duplantier from Gojira, Danny Carey from Tool, and Eloy Casagrande from Slipknot, each contributing unique percussion elements.
Following Mastodon, Rival Sons continued the momentum with a dynamic set that included their original song “Do Your Worst,” seamlessly blending in a cover of Black Sabbath’s classic “Electric Funeral.” The energy was palpable as Anthrax took the stage next, performing their hit “Indians” alongside another Black Sabbath tribute with “Into the Void.”
Halestorm brought their signature sound to the stage with an exhilarating mix of tracks, performing “Love Bites (So Do I)” and “Rain Your Blood on Me.” Fans were thrilled as they included a cover of Ozzy Osbourne’s “Perry Mason” in their set, showcasing their versatility and respect for the legendary artist.
Finally, Lamb of God closed out the initial performances with a hard-hitting set that featured fan favorites such as “Laid to Rest” and “Redneck.” They also honored Black Sabbath with a powerful rendition of “Children of the Grave,” leaving the audience in awe.
As the “Back to the Beginning” concert continues, fans can look forward to more thrilling performances leading up to the finale featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. We will provide ongoing updates and share fan-filmed footage from this momentous event. Stay tuned for more exciting news as the day unfolds!
