Release date: 23 October 2026 Record label: BMG The Riff Doctor's Score: (10/10) RRRRRRRRRR Diagnosis The godfather of heavy metal returns after two decades with a masterclass in monstrous riffs, sinister atmosphere and old-school metal brilliance. Best Tracks: World Alone, Black Times, Over The Violent Sun, Legacy, Stormwatcher. Deep Cuts: Return Of The Arbalist, Beyond The Dead, Death Wake. The Full Review More than half a century after those first terrifying Black Sabbath

Tony Iommi has released his new single “Stormwatcher”, accompanied by an official music video, as the countdown continues to his forthcoming solo album, From The Dark. The Black Sabbath guitarist gave subscribers an early preview before unveiling the full track and video. Now everyone can hear the latest piece of his return. The man helped write heavy metal’s language. A new chapter is always worth opening. “Stormwatcher” follows “World Alone”, the first single from From The

Happy New Music Friday! Another week, another excuse to turn the volume all the way up. This week's selection proves that great riffs come in many different forms. Whether it's modern hard rock, metalcore with a sense of humour, arena rock, or the unmistakable sound of the man who helped invent heavy metal, there's plenty to get excited about. These are the tracks that have dominated our speakers over the past few days. Hit play, enjoy the videos below, and don't forget to fo

When the architect of heavy metal releases a new album, the entire scene pays attention. Just over a year after Black Sabbath's emotional farewell performance at the Back To The Beginning concert in Birmingham, Tony Iommi is proving that retirement has never been part of his vocabulary. The legendary guitarist has announced From The Dark, his first full-length studio album in years, arriving October 23 via BMG. Photo by Ross Halfin Leading the announcement is the explosive ne