👀The final Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne show is nearly upon us, and now we’ve got a first look at the band courtesy of famed photographer Ross Halfin!

👀The final Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne show is nearly upon us, and now we’ve got a first look at the band courtesy of famed photographer Ross Halfin!

 

**👀 First Look: Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne Capture Final Moments in Stunning Photos by Ross Halfin**

📸 *Heavy Metal’s Last Stand Immortalized Through the Lens of a Legend*

 

*July 5, 2025 – Birmingham, UK* — With the historic final performance of **Black Sabbath** and **Ozzy Osbourne** just hours away, fans have been treated to an exclusive **first look at the band’s last pre-show moments**, captured by world-renowned rock photographer **Ross Halfin**.

 

Released earlier today, Halfin’s intimate, high-impact photos give fans a **rare behind-the-scenes glimpse** into what may be the most emotional and iconic performance in heavy metal history — *Back to the Beginning*, live from **Villa Park** in Sabbath’s hometown of **Birmingham**.

 

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### 📸 The Shots Heard Around the Metal World

 

The photographs — now circulating across social media and major rock publications — feature:

 

* **Ozzy Osbourne**, seated in preparation for the show, flashing his signature grin under a wide-brimmed black hat, the Prince of Darkness clearly emotional but ready.

* **Tony Iommi** in full stage gear, gripping his guitar like a warrior preparing for battle.

* **Geezer Butler**, relaxed and reflective, wearing an Aston Villa scarf in a nod to their beloved home city.

* The **entire band on stage** during soundcheck, with Sabbath’s iconic logo glowing in crimson red behind them.

 

The shots are dramatic, reverent, and raw — a visual love letter to both the band and their fans.

 

> “This isn’t just another gig — it’s a monument in music history,” Halfin wrote. “I wanted to capture them not just as rock legends, but as men returning home for the last time.”

 

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### 🧓 Ozzy’s Final Bow

 

Fans have known for months that **Ozzy Osbourne** would **perform seated** during the set, due to ongoing health issues. But Halfin’s photos show that nothing has dimmed his spirit. His iconic cross necklace, eyeliner, and leather coat are all present — a reminder that **Ozzy remains the showman**, no matter the obstacles.

 

> “He may be sitting, but Ozzy is larger than ever,” one fan wrote on Instagram after seeing the photo drop.

 

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### 🕯️ A Legacy in Focus

 

Ross Halfin has been documenting Sabbath since the 1970s, making him the perfect choice to photograph this final performance. His legendary career includes work with **Led Zeppelin**, **Metallica**, **Iron Maiden**, and **Motörhead**, but capturing the *end* of Sabbath is something he’s called “a personal honor.”

 

> “I’ve seen them rise, and now I’ve seen them close the circle. There will never be another Sabbath.”

 

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### 🎸 Tonight: The End Begins

 

With more than **40,000 fans** set to flood Villa Park tonight, and performances from **Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Halestorm, Tool**, and more, *Back to the Beginning* is shaping up to be the most **epic sendoff in metal history**.

 

And thanks to Halfin’s early images, the world now has its first emotional taste of what’s to come.

 

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### 🔥 Final Word

 

**This isn’t just a concert. It’s a farewell to the genre’s creators.**

Ross Halfin’s lens has frozen a piece of music history — one that will be remembered, celebrated, and immortalized forever.

 

📸 *See the full photo gallery at [planetrock.com](http://planetrock.com) and follow #BackToTheBeginning for live updates.*

**Long live Black Sabbath. Long live the legacy.**