Bill Ward

SAME NAME SONGS: BLACK SABBATH & DAVID BOWIE- CHANGES

I’m writing this first part as I woke up from a strange dream. For some reason, I found myself at some Blade looking blood rave type place, that was drenched in black lights and assorted psychedelic looking images. Then as I walked into an eerie elevator the beginning piano part of Black Sabbath’s “Changes” started to play and just when I thought it was going to Ozzy, nope! All the sudden David Bowie’s “Changes” plays. I don’t know what, how or why this happened subconsciously but, I’m all for it.

That being said…

It’s pretty interesting that David Bowie had his “Changes” out about a year before Black Sabbath did theirs. Also both have gone on to become legendary songs in their respective catalogs. Something else that I find quite fascinating is on David Bowie’s “Changes” the piano parts are played by Rick Wakeman. Later on in life, Rick’s son Adam, would go on to play keys for Black Sabbath and Ozzy solo. Talk about a connection. Can you imagine listening to both of these albums back in the early 70’s and having your mind blown?! Teleport me back to that time so I can experience it like that!

Black Sabbath- Changes:

David Bowie- Changes:

THE AUDIOECLECTICA PODCAST: EPISODE 09- BLACK SABBATH CATALOG DIVE

Here we are now at episode 9 of The Audioeclectica Podcast. This episode is all about Black Sabbath and their 20 studio albums. Brian and Justin go through each album and discuss what made each one special and unique. As we state in the episode “All Sabbath Albums Matter.” This is also a bit of a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne as well. Ozzy you will be beyond missed. We thank you for all the years of great performances, albums, and memories.

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Title Tracks: Black Sabbath

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We all know that Black Sabbath are pioneers of heavy music. They are also one of the best at title track songs. Through their catalog, you can really pick up “that vibe” from these songs. That “vibe” I’m referring to is the feeling that captures the essence of the album. Over the years, Black Sabbath’s title tracks have not only made a statement but, also, left a mark on music in general.

Ozzy Era:

Black Sabbath:

 

 

Paranoid:

 

 

Sabbath Bloody Sabbath:

 

 

Never Say Die:

 

 

The Dio Era:

Heaven and Hell:

 


Mob Rules:

 

 

Ian Gillan Era:

Born Again:

 

Album Rank: Black Sabbath (Ozzy Era)

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The first six Black Sabbath albums are highly regarded in the rock and metal circles. I personally think the first four are the ones that should be the ones that are highly touted. The other two contain quite a lot of filler. That’s just my opinion though. So, with all this in mind here are the Ozzy era Black Sabbath albums ranked from not their best to the best.

9) Technical Ecstasy:

8) Never Say Die:

7) 13:

6) Sabotage:

5) Sabbath Bloody Sabbath:

4) Volume 4:

3) Master Of Reality:

2) Black Sabbath:

1) Paranoid: