Tony Iommi has revealed that he declined producer Andrew Watt’s offer to make a final Black Sabbath album. Watt is one of the most sought-after producers around, having helmed the final two Ozzy Osbourne solo albums, the last two Rolling Stones records, and Pearl Jam’s 2024 LP Dark Matter, in addition to a number of high-profile pop releases.
Declining the Offer
The Black Sabbath guitarist explained in an interview with Classic Rock magazine, “I’d met Andrew Watt when he was producing Ozzy. He was very keen and a bit too excited. He also didn’t know what it was like working with the original Sabbath, working with [drummer] Bill Ward.”
Iommi added that he wasn’t interested in making a new Black Sabbath record just for the sake of it, and that he was satisfied with 2013’s Rick Rubin-produced 13 being the legendary metal band’s final recorded statement. He explained, “We’d done 13, and I didn’t like the idea of: ‘Now here’s another album.’”
New Solo Album
Tony Iommi is currently preparing to release his new solo album From the Dark, due out October 23rd via BMG. The LP was preceded by the single “World Alone,” which was unveiled in July.
In conclusion, Tony Iommi has made it clear that he is not interested in making another Black Sabbath album, and is instead focusing on his solo work. With the release of his new album From the Dark on the horizon, fans of Iommi can look forward to new music from the legendary guitarist. The decision to decline Andrew Watt’s offer to make a final Black Sabbath album is a testament to Iommi’s commitment to his artistic vision and his desire to leave a lasting legacy in the music world.
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