Birmingham

Behind the heavy riffs and dark themes of Black Sabbath lies the genius of Tony Iommi. His ability to turn adversity into innovation created a sound that became the backbone of heavy metal.

In the bustling industrial city of Birmingham, England, a musical revolution quietly began in 1968. Four young men, Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward, crossed paths, unknowingly about to make history.

Formed in 1969 amidst the gritty backdrop of Birmingham, England, Judas Priest’s early days were marred by tragedy and lineup changes, leading up to the significant moment in 1973 when vocalist Rob Halford joined. This shift not only marked a new beginning for the band but also set the stage for their ascent as heavy metal icons.

As a key figure in shaping industrial metal through Godflesh, Justin Broadrick has expanded his artistic reach, influencing a multitude of genres with his innovative approach to music.

Emerging from Birmingham, Godflesh became key players in industrial metal, skillfully mixing heavy guitar sounds with industrial beats.

Metal music owes its birth to Birmingham, a city whose factories, clubs, and people crafted a genre for the world to love.

Anaal Nathrakh’s story is as intense and explosive as their music. With a sound that blurs the boundaries between black metal, grindcore, industrial, and death metal, they have forged a path that is uniquely their own in the landscape of extreme metal.

The blueprint for grindcore was drawn in the heart of England, and the architect was none other than Napalm Death. Discover how their raw sound and unyielding energy transformed the landscape of metal music.