Birmingham, UK – A monumental chapter in rock history comes to an end today as Ozzy Osbourne and the original Black Sabbath lineup reunite for their final performance at Villa Park, Birmingham. Dubbed “Back to the Beginning”, the sold-out concert marks not only a farewell for Ozzy but the final live appearance of one of the most influential bands in music history.
For fans unable to attend in person, the good news is: the entire concert is available to watch online worldwide, thanks to an official global broadcast partnership.
How to Watch from Anywhere
The concert is available via a secure pay-per-view digital broadcast, hosted by Mercury Studios and streaming partner Kiswe.
Here’s how you can watch:
- Visit the website: LIVE NOW
- Purchase a digital ticket (starting at approx. $7.99.)
- Access begins 30 minutes before the show starts
All proceeds from the digital broadcast go to Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorns Children’s Hospice.
Date and Time
- Event Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025
- Live Broadcast Begins: 3:00 PM BST (10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT / 7:00 PM NZST)
- On-Demand Access: Available for 48 hours after the live broadcast
A Historic Farewell
“Back to the Beginning” isn’t just another show—it’s a once-in-a-generation event. The original Black Sabbath members, including Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Ozzy himself, are sharing the stage together for the last time, bringing their journey full circle right where it all started: Birmingham.
The show also features an all-star lineup of some of rock and metal’s biggest acts, including Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Slayer, Tool, Pantera, and many more. A special “supergroup” featuring Slash, Tom Morello, Zakk Wylde, Lzzy Hale, and Billy Corgan will also pay tribute in a one-off collaborative set.
This show is more than a concert—it’s a legacy moment. After decades of reshaping heavy metal, Black Sabbath will take their final bow. For Ozzy Osbourne, who announced his retirement due to ongoing health issues, the show serves as both a personal and professional farewell.
“It’s not just a gig,” said Ozzy in a recent statement. “It’s a celebration of everything we created. And it’s for the fans around the world who kept us alive for over five decades.”
Whether you grew up with Sabbath’s haunting riffs or discovered Ozzy through modern metal, this event is a tribute to the power of rock music across generations. With fans tuning in from every continent, “Back to the Beginning” is more than a send-off—it’s a global celebration of one of the greatest bands ever formed.
