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Ozzy Osbourne Claims Bill Ward Wasn't In Shape for Black Sabbath Tour

Billy Dukes — Fri, 03 May 2013 17:54:09 +0000

It was a contractual dispute that supposedly kept Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward from joining his mates for their upcoming tour and album, but Ozzy Osbourne says there is another side to the story. The singer questions if Ward was physically up for touring and recording.

Tony Iommi Says 'No' to Bill Ward's Return To Black Sabbath

Dave Lifton — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 18:30:38 +0000

The reunion of Black Sabbath this year has taken place without original drummer Bill Ward, who is not participating due to a contract dispute. Throughout the ordeal, we have seen Ward say that he would love to play with them again, and Ozzy Osbourne state that his old friend is welcome. So, we've been asking, what's been stopping them from working out a deal?

Bill Ward's Son Vigorously Defends His Dad in Black Sabbath Reunion Drama

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:00:52 +0000

Drummer Bill Ward’s withdrawal from Black Sabbath‘s reunion album and tour due to his displeasure with the contract situation continues to be a hot topic. Ward’s son Aron issued a lengthy Facebook post about the subsequent media frenzy over Ward’s self-imposed exile, hoping to set the record straight and prevent the press and fans from further pouncing upon his father.

Black Sabbath Fans Rally Behind Bill Ward as Group Reportedly Finds Replacement Drummer

Jeff Giles — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:00:48 +0000

Black Sabbath sounds determined to keep recording its next album without drummer Bill Ward — in fact, they may have already lined up his replacement. But disappointed fans who had been looking forward to a full reunion of the band’s original lineup aren’t taking the news lying down.

Bill Ward Threatens to Leave Black Sabbath Reunion

Matthew Wilkening — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:00:26 +0000

Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward has dropped a potential bombshell on the band’s recently announced original line-up reunion, stating that he will sit out of both the group’s recording sessions and tour plans unless he is offered a “signable” contract that financially reflects his contributions to the band’s history.