Summary: Black Sabbath – Black Sabbath Vol 4 is a vinyl record released on 25 September 1972 by the English rock band Black Sabbath. It is the fourth studio album by the band, and it is considered one of the most influential heavy metal albums of all time. It is also the last album to feature founding member Ozzy Osbourne before he was replaced by Ronnie James Dio.

About the Artist: Black Sabbath is an English rock band formed in Birmingham, England in 1968. They are widely credited as pioneers of heavy metal music and are cited as an influence by many other bands. The band’s lineup consists of founding members Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. Their first three albums, Black Sabbath, Paranoid, and Master of Reality, are widely considered to be the foundation of heavy metal music.

About the Record: Black Sabbath – Black Sabbath Vol 4 is the fourth studio album by the band and was released in 1973. The album marks a shift in the band’s sound, with a more progressive and experimental approach. The album has a darker, more intense sound than its previous releases, with a focus on extended guitar solos and complex song structures. It is also the last album to feature founding member Ozzy Osbourne before he was replaced by Ronnie James Dio.

About the Lyrics and Music: The lyrics and music of Black Sabbath – Black Sabbath Vol 4 are some of the darkest and heaviest of the band’s careers. Standout tracks include “Supernaut,” “Snowblind,” and “Tomorrow’s Dream,” all of which feature complex guitar riffs and intense drumming. The album also features some of the band’s most iconic and influential songs, such as “Changes” and “Cornucopia.”

Other details: This album is the FIRST PRESS GERMANY with Vertigo swirl labels and 4 pages photo booklet inside the gatefold sleeve. It’s a rare vinyl, LP, and is also a stereo one.

Conclusion: Black Sabbath – Black Sabbath Vol 4 is an essential album in the band’s discography and a crucial part of the development of heavy metal music. It is an intense and dark record that features some of the band’s most iconic songs and stands as a testament to their influence on the genre.

Other Recommendations: Other records from Black Sabbath that would complement Black Sabbath – Black Sabbath Vol 4 include Paranoid, Master of Reality, and Heaven and Hell. Other albums from similar artists that would pair well with the record include Led Zeppelin’s Led Zeppelin IV, Deep Purple’s Machine Head, and Judas Priest’s Stained Class.

About the tracklist. Side one:
Wheels of confusion,
Tomorrow’s dream,
Changes,
FX,
Supernaut.
Side two:
Snowblind,
Cornucopia,
Laguna Sunrise,
St. Vitus dance,
Under the sun.