NEW YORK – After five decades, Black Sabbath will launch a farewell tour next year.
The heavy metal band fronted by Ozzy Osbourne announced dates for its The End tour, which kicks off Jan. 20 in Omaha, Neb.
Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi and bassist Geezer Butler will visit 17 North American cities before heading to Australia and New Zealand for seven shows. More concerts will be announced next month.
Original drummer Bill Ward, who had a falling out with Osbourne, is not part of the tour.
The Grammy-winning group released its self-titled debut album in 1970.
