In a new article posted on Billboard.com, Tony Iommi says the band (Black Sabbath, well DUH) met at Ozzy’s home earlier this year, to see if they are still (probably physically) able to play their shit. He also says he’d like to finally put out a new album, and I don’t really see the Friday announcement being anything other than confirmation of the rumors.
I mean, I doubt that Sharon would hurt her brand (Ozzy) by pissing off the fanbase once again, it would just be a bad business decision. But it’s not like she’s always done right, just look at Kelly Osbourne’s music career. What music career? Exactly.
Regardless, I am actually looking forward to this, so all the best guys, and may you all live in good health for at least a few more years.