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| 1. Sabbath Bloody Sabbath |
| 2. A National Acrobat |
| 3. Fluff |
| 4. Sabbra Cadabra |
| 5. Killing Yourself To Live |
| 6. Who Are You |
| 7. Looking For Today |
| 8. Spiral Architect |
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I first got SBS in 1993, absolutley loved it, and still do! It's certainly my favourite Sabbath album, it works as a whole though its not a concept album. Each song offers something different, really showcasing the ability they have. Everyone is on great form, i really think this features Iommis best guitar playing, from the archetypal metal riff of the title track to the electronic wash of who are you, he is powerful but never overbearing the others. the pairing of looking for today with spiral architect is the albums highlight for me. Two really great songs, which i never tire of listening to, they finish the album on a uplifting mood. when you hear the applause at the end you just feel stunned at how good the album has been and wonder how 40 minutes can fly by so fast!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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The fifth studio release from the masters of the heavy rock universe is, for me, a return to form after a disappointing Volume 4. The band was still going through problems, mainly liked to substance abuse, but whereas on Vol.4 this led to a rather patchy affair on this release they managed to harness it and put it to good creative use.
As well as the usual doom laden lyrics, many dealing with the band's problems, there is some excellent musicianship and vocals on display here. The band tried to expand their musical palette on 4, but it was a hit and miss affair. Now they have got the hang of it, and a much more cohesive record results, in the form of heavy rock with distinctive prog leanings.
Tommy Iommi is on fine form with his trademark down tuned guitar sound, and Ozzy seems possessed with his singing. Ward and Butler are also giving it their all, and a classic heavy rock album results. Along with their self titled debut and `Paranoid' I rate this as the best from the classic Sabbath line-up. It's the greatest album cover of all time as well.
As well as the usual doom laden lyrics, many dealing with the band's problems, there is some excellent musicianship and vocals on display here. The band tried to expand their musical palette on 4, but it was a hit and miss affair. Now they have got the hang of it, and a much more cohesive record results, in the form of heavy rock with distinctive prog leanings.
Tommy Iommi is on fine form with his trademark down tuned guitar sound, and Ozzy seems possessed with his singing. Ward and Butler are also giving it their all, and a classic heavy rock album results. Along with their self titled debut and `Paranoid' I rate this as the best from the classic Sabbath line-up. It's the greatest album cover of all time as well.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Overlooked by fans and the band alike, this album, coupled with Sabotage, marks Sabbath's finest hour. As accomplished, coherent, brilliantly produced, orchestrated, sung and played as anything put out that decade, Sabbath skimmed the surface of the prog rock movement without getting bogged down in pretension. Makes previous Sabbath albums seem workmanlike. Sister album Sabotage a bit more hit and miss, but should be played together with this - The Writ, Spiral Architect, A National Acrobat, Looking for Today, Hole in the Sky and Thrill of it All widdle on the likes of Iron Man, Faries Wear Boots and NIB from a very great height. Following up such genius proved impossible, and both Technical Ecstasy and Never Say Die wilt by comparison
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Sabbath Rule
Been a Sabbath fans for a very long time. Only ever had this album on vinyl, thought it was about time to get it on a more up to date format and I do not like MP3's. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Benny Boy
sabbath bloody sabbath,damn right it is.
Some say this is the pinnacle of Sabbaths(with Ozzy) career,it would be hard to argue ,personally i think its a tie with 'Sabotage',whats not in question is how fantastic this... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Mr Blackwell
When doom becomes metal
Like all other Black Sabbath albums, their fifth one has an enormous potential to offend: it's got unnecessarily stretched songs, rips itself off, features Ozzy's awkward helium... Read more
Published on 5 July 2009 by Guy Peters
a milestone in the sabbath era
If you don't own a single black sabbath album,you simply can start with this one.It's one of their top albums and this is a must for classic hard rock fans. Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2009 by Hans Coppens
Simply the BEST!
This is Black Sabbaths all time best album. I met my wife listening to this -love the little lady always on my mind. I have bought it several times on vinyl and cd. Read more
Published on 30 April 2009 by Alexander
good old sabbath
This album is excellent, my favorite three tracks are; "a national acrobat," "sabbra cadabra," and "killing yourself to live. Read more
Published on 21 April 2009 by kenny
A Concept Album from Sabbath?
This is the album that should have followed the Sabs debut "Black Sabbath". Gloriously dark, yet with an attitude that aims to dispel the myth that heavy rock'metal is mere... Read more
Published on 12 Mar 2009 by Spin
What an opening track!
This was the album which introduced me to heavy metal; half a life ago. I listened to somebody else's copy expecting to hate it, but the first riffs of the title track sucked me... Read more
Published on 8 Jan 2009 by Ian
Amazing
Totally awesome album. Every track is brilliant except for 'Fluff' which sucks. Buy or Die.
Published on 30 Sep 2008 by Example
The most accomplished rock album
This is Sabbaths best album. It is one of the best albums in any category, and I would probably name it as the number one rock album of all time. Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2007 by Halvor Dalaker
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