Central BID is proud to announce two exhibitions set to open in Birmingham celebrating the solo achievements and global awards of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne and the album art of the original Black Sabbath lineup – just in time for their historic homecoming concert at Villa Park.
The free-to-enter exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery called “Working Class Hero” (25 June-28 Sept, 2025) showcases Ozzy’s most prestigious international honours – including Grammy Awards, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame accolades, MTV awards, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Birmingham Walk of Stars honours and a selection of his platinum and gold discs which recognise millions of record sales around the world, alongside photography and video that charts his journey from “a working-class kid from Aston” to becoming the world’s most recognizable global rock legend.
Fans can also enjoy a free outdoor Black Sabbath photography exhibition in Victoria Square, showcasing archive images of all four founding members of the band; Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Bill Ward and Ozzy Osbourne, alongside iconic album artwork and fascinating facts about the band’s Birmingham roots.
And on nearby Navigation Street, outside New Street Station, world-famous spray artist Mr Murals has created a stunning 40 metre street-long artwork in tribute to Black Sabbath featuring their iconic logo and lifelike portraits throughout the last seven decades. The perfect spot for a Sabbath selfie this summer. Together, these attractions form a landmark tribute to one of the most influential rock bands in history.
Sharon Osbourne said: “Ozzy is proof that no matter where you start in life, with passion, grit, and a little bit of madness, you can achieve the extraordinary. This exhibition is a thank you to the fans and the city of Birmingham – the place where it all began. We’re so proud to bring it home.”
Sam Watson, Chair of Central BID Birmingham, said: “Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath helped shape modern music and put Birmingham on the global cultural map. These exhibitions are a celebration of our city’s creativity, heritage and influence – and a chance for fans to walk in the footsteps of legends.”
Sara Wajid and Zak Mensah, Co-CEOs of Birmingham Museums Trust, said: “We are incredibly proud to host this prestigious exhibition dedicated to Ozzy Osbourne – a true Brummie icon whose influence spans generations and continents. Celebrating the life and achievements of someone so deeply connected to the city aligns perfectly with our mission to reflect and share Birmingham’s rich and diverse cultural heritage. We can’t wait to welcome visitors from near and far.”
With a free museum exhibition, a once-in-a-lifetime concert, and open-air artwork displays in the heart of the city, Birmingham is the global destination for Black Sabbath fans this summer.
Ozzy Osbourne Working Class Hero is an exhibition by Central BID Birmingham, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Sharon Osbourne Management sponsored by Ocean Outdoor and supported by Birmingham City Council, Aston Villa F.C. and West Midlands Growth Company.
Find out more about the exhibition here.
The stadium may be sold out, but the world is invited. Watch Ozzy & Sabbath’s monumental farewell performance, live, from anywhere.
On July 5, music history will be made and now, fans around the globe won’t miss a second. Ozzy Osbourne, the Prince of Darkness, will take to the stage for his final ever live performance, joined by the original Black Sabbath lineup for the first and last time in two decades.
With a lineup that reads like a hall of fame roll call, Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Tool, Slayer, Pantera and more, “Back To The Beginning” isn’t just a concert. It’s a global celebration of metal, culminating in a final, thunderous farewell to the genre’s godfather.
Black Sabbath’s original lineup – Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward – will reunite for the first time in 20 years to headline the sold-out event. They’ll be joined by metal’s most iconic and influential acts: Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Tool, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira, Halestorm, Alice In Chains, Lamb Of God, Anthrax, Mastodon, and Rival Sons, all performing as part of this monumental moment, now confirmed for a global livestream.
With the concert, which proudly supports charities close to Ozzy’s heart selling out in under 16 minutes, those who missed out on being there in person can immerse themselves in what is set to be the greatest heavy metal show ever. Broadcast directly from Birmingham’s Villa Park, fans around the world will be able to watch the entire Metal family come together to celebrate Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy, as he takes the stage for the last time. Ozzy is set to play his own short set before joining with Black Sabbath for their final ever performance.
This won’t just be watched, it will be remembered. For fans who’ve followed Ozzy’s 50-year reign, the global livestream offers a front row seat to a once-in-a-lifetime goodbye. They’ll have access to the raw livestream from 3 PM on July 5, and will also have exclusive access to rewatch the concert in its entirety for another 48 hours.
Livestream tickets available at backtothebeginning.com.
Sharon Osbourne said: “We had such an overwhelming demand from fans from around the globe, who couldn’t get tickets to the show, and they took to social media, pleading with us to broadcast a livestream of the show. Being this is such a historic event, we just couldn’t let them down.”
“Back To The Beginning” will be captured, produced and distributed by Mercury Studios (One to One: John & Yoko, American Symphony, Metallica Saved My Life), who are pioneering the way for premium, music-driven storytelling across film, television, podcasts and immersive formats. Mercury has partnered with Kiswe – the global D2C streaming partner behind the record-breaking BTS concert livestream– to deliver this unforgettable moment of music history to fans across the globe.
Kelly Sweeney, Managing Director of Mercury Studios said: “Mercury Studios are incredibly proud to be involved in capturing this monumental milestone at Villa Park. ‘Back To The Beginning’ will be an unforgettable experience, and our aim is to deliver this moment to fans worldwide, wherever they are, so they don’t miss out on seeing music history being made.”
The all-day event at Villa Park, produced by Live Nation, will be hosted and compered by American actor Jason Momoa, and feature a supergroup of musicians. Further artists announced so far
include Andrew Watt, Billy Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins), Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Dave Ellefson, David Draiman (Disturbed), Fred Durst (Limp Bizkit), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Jake E Lee, KK Downing, Mike Bordin (Faith No More), Papa V Perpetua (Ghost), Rudy Sarzo, Sammy Hagar, Sleep Token ii (Sleep Token), Tom Morello, Vernon Reid (Living Colour), and Whitfield Crane (Ugly Kid Joe).
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The free-to-enter exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery called “Working Class Hero” (25 June-28 Sept, 2025) showcases Ozzy’s most prestigious international honours – including Grammy Awards, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame accolades, MTV awards, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Birmingham Walk of Stars honours and a selection of his platinum and gold discs which recognise millions of record sales around the world, alongside photography and video that charts his journey from “a working-class kid from Aston” to becoming the world’s most recognizable global rock legend.
Fans can also enjoy a free outdoor Black Sabbath photography exhibition in Victoria Square, showcasing archive images of all four founding members of the band; Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Bill Ward and Ozzy Osbourne, alongside iconic album artwork and fascinating facts about the band’s Birmingham roots.
And on nearby Navigation Street, outside New Street Station, world-famous spray artist Mr Murals has created a stunning 40 metre street-long artwork in tribute to Black Sabbath featuring their iconic logo and lifelike portraits throughout the last seven decades. The perfect spot for a Sabbath selfie this summer. Together, these attractions form a landmark tribute to one of the most influential rock bands in history.
Sharon Osbourne said: “Ozzy is proof that no matter where you start in life, with passion, grit, and a little bit of madness, you can achieve the extraordinary. This exhibition is a thank you to the fans and the city of Birmingham – the place where it all began. We’re so proud to bring it home.”
Sam Watson, Chair of Central BID Birmingham, said: “Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath helped shape modern music and put Birmingham on the global cultural map. These exhibitions are a celebration of our city’s creativity, heritage and influence – and a chance for fans to walk in the footsteps of legends.”
Sara Wajid and Zak Mensah, Co-CEOs of Birmingham Museums Trust, said: “We are incredibly proud to host this prestigious exhibition dedicated to Ozzy Osbourne – a true Brummie icon whose influence spans generations and continents. Celebrating the life and achievements of someone so deeply connected to the city aligns perfectly with our mission to reflect and share Birmingham’s rich and diverse cultural heritage. We can’t wait to welcome visitors from near and far.”
With a free museum exhibition, a once-in-a-lifetime concert, and open-air artwork displays in the heart of the city, Birmingham is the global destination for Black Sabbath fans this summer.
Ozzy Osbourne Working Class Hero is an exhibition by Central BID Birmingham, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Sharon Osbourne Management sponsored by Ocean Outdoor and supported by Birmingham City Council, Aston Villa F.C. and West Midlands Growth Company.
Find out more about the exhibition here.
The stadium may be sold out, but the world is invited. Watch Ozzy & Sabbath’s monumental farewell performance, live, from anywhere.
On July 5, music history will be made and now, fans around the globe won’t miss a second. Ozzy Osbourne, the Prince of Darkness, will take to the stage for his final ever live performance, joined by the original Black Sabbath lineup for the first and last time in two decades.
With a lineup that reads like a hall of fame roll call, Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Tool, Slayer, Pantera and more, “Back To The Beginning” isn’t just a concert. It’s a global celebration of metal, culminating in a final, thunderous farewell to the genre’s godfather.
Black Sabbath’s original lineup – Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward – will reunite for the first time in 20 years to headline the sold-out event. They’ll be joined by metal’s most iconic and influential acts: Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Tool, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira, Halestorm, Alice In Chains, Lamb Of God, Anthrax, Mastodon, and Rival Sons, all performing as part of this monumental moment, now confirmed for a global livestream.
With the concert, which proudly supports charities close to Ozzy’s heart selling out in under 16 minutes, those who missed out on being there in person can immerse themselves in what is set to be the greatest heavy metal show ever. Broadcast directly from Birmingham’s Villa Park, fans around the world will be able to watch the entire Metal family come together to celebrate Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy, as he takes the stage for the last time. Ozzy is set to play his own short set before joining with Black Sabbath for their final ever performance.
This won’t just be watched, it will be remembered. For fans who’ve followed Ozzy’s 50-year reign, the global livestream offers a front row seat to a once-in-a-lifetime goodbye. They’ll have access to the raw livestream from 3 PM on July 5, and will also have exclusive access to rewatch the concert in its entirety for another 48 hours.
Livestream tickets available at backtothebeginning.com.
Sharon Osbourne said: “We had such an overwhelming demand from fans from around the globe, who couldn’t get tickets to the show, and they took to social media, pleading with us to broadcast a livestream of the show. Being this is such a historic event, we just couldn’t let them down.”
“Back To The Beginning” will be captured, produced and distributed by Mercury Studios (One to One: John & Yoko, American Symphony, Metallica Saved My Life), who are pioneering the way for premium, music-driven storytelling across film, television, podcasts and immersive formats. Mercury has partnered with Kiswe – the global D2C streaming partner behind the record-breaking BTS concert livestream– to deliver this unforgettable moment of music history to fans across the globe.
Kelly Sweeney, Managing Director of Mercury Studios said: “Mercury Studios are incredibly proud to be involved in capturing this monumental milestone at Villa Park. ‘Back To The Beginning’ will be an unforgettable experience, and our aim is to deliver this moment to fans worldwide, wherever they are, so they don’t miss out on seeing music history being made.”
The all-day event at Villa Park, produced by Live Nation, will be hosted and compered by American actor Jason Momoa, and feature a supergroup of musicians. Further artists announced so far
include Andrew Watt, Billy Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins), Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Dave Ellefson, David Draiman (Disturbed), Fred Durst (Limp Bizkit), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Jake E Lee, KK Downing, Mike Bordin (Faith No More), Papa V Perpetua (Ghost), Rudy Sarzo, Sammy Hagar, Sleep Token ii (Sleep Token), Tom Morello, Vernon Reid (Living Colour), and Whitfield Crane (Ugly Kid Joe).
"Prophets Of Addiction is a modern day Hanoi Rocks meets The 69 Eyes with plenty of Pop hooks and Whisky drenched vocals." - Metal Sludge.
Listen at https://smarturl.it/prophetsofaddiction
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