Black Sabbath

In June 1978, when Black Sabbath rocked the Hammersmith Odeon with 'Never Say Die,' they were navigating a pivotal phase in their career. This performance was part of the tour supporting their album 'Never Say Die,' which was released just a few months prior in September 1976. This album marked a significant transition for the band, as it was their first without original drummer Bill Ward, who was replaced by Vinny Appice. 'Never Say Die' didn't achieve the commercial heights of earlier works, but it did showcase a band experimenting with their sound in an evolving rock landscape. This live recording captures the band at a time when they were grappling with both external pressures and internal challenges yet still delivering high-energy performances that emphasized their iconic heavy metal roots.

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