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TONY IOMMI On Still Making New Music At Age 78: ‘I Enjoy Doing It, And It Keeps Me Going’
Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has released his first solo album in more than two decades, saying that making music remains enjoyable and helps keep him going. In an interview, he explained that the unhurried recording process let him work around health appointments and other commitments.
“From The Dark” features vocalist Jorn Lande, who shares writing credits on every song, alongside bassist Becky Baldwin and drummer Karl Brazil. Iommi said music helped him stay focused during cancer treatment while recording Black Sabbath’s 2013 album “13”; he also described the new album’s lyrics as reflecting current wars and nuclear concerns.
In short
- Iommi says creating music keeps him going at 78.
- His first solo album in over 20 years is out.
- “From The Dark” addresses conflict and nuclear concerns.
Explained simply
Tony Iommi is an English guitarist best known as a founding member of Black Sabbath, the band often credited with shaping heavy metal. He has continued to make music outside the group, including solo work.
The new album features singer Jorn Lande, bassist Becky Baldwin and drummer Karl Brazil; Lande also co-wrote its songs. Iommi has spoken about music as a way to stay focused during cancer treatment, and says the album’s lyrics touch on wars and fears about nuclear weapons.