Iron Man
My Journey Through Heaven and Hell with Black Sabbath
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4.4 • 7 Ratings
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Publisher Description
Black Sabbath is currently on “The End Tour,” which they have proclaimed as their final concert tour.
Iron Man chronicles the story of both pioneering guitarist Tony Iommi and legendary band Black Sabbath, dubbed “The Beatles of heavy metal” by Rolling Stone. Iron Man reveals the man behind the icon yet still captures Iommi's humor, intelligence, and warmth. He speaks honestly and unflinchingly about his rough-and-tumble childhood, the accident that almost ended his career, his failed marriages, personal tragedies, battles with addiction, band mates, famous friends, newfound daughter, and the ups and downs of his life as an artist.
Everything associated with hard rock happened to Black Sabbath first: the drugs, the debauchery, the drinking, the dungeons, the pressure, the pain, the conquests, the company men, the contracts, the combustible drummer, the critics, the comebacks, the singers, the Stonehenge set, the music, the money, the madness, the metal.
Customer Reviews
An outstanding read from start to finish.
As a Black Sabbath fan for over 40 years, I found Iron Man to be absolutely captivating—I honestly couldn’t put it down. Tony Iommi’s perspective answered so many questions I’d had while following the band throughout the decades. Reading his account of the highs, the struggles, the lineup changes, and the incredible music from the person who lived it gave me a whole new appreciation for Black Sabbath’s history. Tony comes across as honest, humble, and surprisingly funny at times. Whether you’re a lifelong Sabbath fan or simply interested in one of the most influential bands in rock history, this book is an absolute must-read. Five stars without hesitation.