Confirmation: Final Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath Studio Album Slated for 2026 Release
In a move that has stunned and thrilled fans worldwide, Ozzy Osbourne and the remaining members of Black Sabbath have officially confirmed the release of one final studio album, set to arrive in 2026. This announcement comes on the heels of their emotional farewell concert, Back to the Beginning, held in Birmingham, which was thought to be their last chapter together.
Titled “The End… Is the Beginning,” the upcoming album is being described as both a tribute and a reinvention—an echo of their pioneering sound fused with new energy and personal reflection. Ozzy, Tony Iommi, and Geezer Butler are reportedly already deep into writing and demo sessions, working with long-time producer Rick Rubin to craft what may become one of the most anticipated rock releases in decades.
The announcement, shared through a cryptic video teaser and a link on Sabbath’s official site, sent fans into a frenzy. In the clip, a candle burns backward, and Ozzy’s voice solemnly states: “Before we close the circle, one more spell.”
Insiders say the album will feature new original material along with unreleased ideas from previous sessions, promising a powerful blend of vintage doom riffs, haunting melodies, and lyrics exploring mortality, legacy, and redemption.
While no official tour has been confirmed, whispers suggest a possible series of intimate performances or one final global listening event.
For now, fans can revisit the magic of the Back to the Beginning concert—and prepare for a final Sabbath storm.
🎸 More on this monumental final chapter at sabbath.com/the-end-is-the-beginning/ ⬇️⬇️