Black Sabbath: Deconstructing the Discography of Doom

By: Popoff, Martin

From the opening toll of Black Sabbath to the closing thunder of 13, this book delivers a focused, in-depth guide to Black Sabbath's complete studio discography.

Every album is examined within its historical moment, tracing the band's evolution through lineup changes, shifting production styles, and changing musical landscapes.

Classic releases such as Paranoid and Master of Reality with Ozzy Osbourne, the Dio-fronted Heaven and Hell and Mob Rules featuring Ronnie James Dio, Born Again with Ian Gillan, and the Tony Martin era's The Eternal Idol and Headless Cross are explored in detail.

Iconic tracks and overlooked songs alike are analyzed, while the cultural impact and internal dynamics behind each record are carefully assessed.

The result is a concise yet authoritative study of one of heavy metal's most influential catalogs.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764373099
• ISBN13: 9780764373091
• Release Date: May 2027
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 0.10 lbs.