KK doing some final tweaks today in preparation for his performance at the Back To The Beginning show with Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath this Saturday. What songs do you think he’ll play, metalheads…

KK doing some final tweaks today in preparation for his performance at the Back To The Beginning show with Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath this Saturday. What songs do you think he’ll play, metalheads…

 

 

**GEARING UP FOR GLORY: K.K. Downing Preps Final Tweaks Ahead of Epic ‘Back To The Beginning’ Show with Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath**

 

*Birmingham, UK – July 2, 2025*

 

The gods of heavy metal are aligning for one of the most anticipated events in rock history — and **K.K. Downing** is making sure every note hits like thunder.

 

The legendary Judas Priest co-founder and guitar hero is in final rehearsals today, putting the finishing touches on his set for this Saturday’s **“Back To The Beginning”** show — a monumental reunion gig featuring **Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath**, and a lineup of heavy metal royalty returning to their Birmingham roots.

 

### A Night That Honors the Birthplace of Metal

 

Set to take place at the iconic **Villa Park Stadium**, the “Back To The Beginning” show isn’t just a concert — it’s a **pilgrimage**. A celebration of the Midlands’ musical legacy, where heavy metal was born in the dark smoke of steel and sweat.

 

K.K. Downing, now leading his own band **KK’s Priest**, is set to share the stage with some of his oldest allies and fiercest contemporaries. Rumor has it this will be **his most emotionally charged performance in years** — a salute to the era that forged him and a nod to fans who’ve been riding the lightning with him since the ’70s.

 

> *“This isn’t just another gig,”* K.K. said earlier this week. *“This is going home. This is fire and steel, riffs and memories. And trust me — I’m bringing the full arsenal.”*

 

### What Might K.K. Play? Metalheads Speculate…

 

While the official setlist remains under wraps, fans and insiders are buzzing with predictions about what K.K. might unleash on Saturday. Possibilities include:

 

* **“Hell Patrol”** – A razor-sharp anthem that screams K.K.’s signature dual-lead fury

* **“The Ripper”** – Classic, chilling, and loaded with old-school metal energy

* **“Night Crawler”** – A monstrous live staple that could send chills through Villa Park

* **“Sermons of the Sinner”** – A newer cut from KK’s Priest that proves he’s still writing metal with bite

* **“Beyond the Realms of Death”** – Could there be a surprise tribute to Glenn Tipton?

 

And given the occasion… a **Black Sabbath cover** or **collab with Ozzy**? Don’t rule it out.

 

### Special Guests, Surprises, and Metal Dreams

 

The night is expected to include **special collaborations, rare live tracks, and tributes to fallen icons**. With Ozzy Osbourne rumored to be performing what could be one of his final live shows, emotions are already running high.

 

Other acts on the bill include **Tony Iommi**, **Geezer Butler**, and possibly a reunion moment with **Bill Ward**. There’s even talk of a secret tribute segment to **Ronnie James Dio**.

 

### Final Thoughts

 

As Downing tweaks tone settings, sharpens solos, and warms up those fretboard fingers, one thing is certain — Saturday night will be **a thunderous roar of legacy, brotherhood, and pure, molten metal**.

 

So, metalheads, get ready. Leather up, horns high, and pray for no rain — because **K.K.’s coming home**, and **Back To The Beginning** might just go down as **the greatest metal gathering of the decade**.

 

**What do YOU think he’ll play? Drop your dream setlist, and we’ll see youi n the pit.**

 

🔥🎸 *METAL NEVER DIES.*