More than two decades after his last solo release, Black Sabbath founder and heavy metal pioneer Tony Iommi is back with a brand new studio album.
From The Dark arrives on October 23rd via BMG, marking legendary guitarist Tony Iommi first solo record in 21 years.
Leading the announcement is the first single, “World Alone,” which debuted during a special global streaming event in Birmingham, England, just steps away from the iconic Black Sabbath Bridge celebrating the band’s legacy.
Tony Iommi ‘World Alone’ video
Powered by Iommi’s unmistakable riffs, guitar solos and the vocals of Norwegian rock singer Jorn Lande, “World Alone” delivers a modern heavy rock anthem without losing the classic sound that made Iommi one of metal’s most influential musicians.
The accompanying video (above) drops viewers into a dystopian retro-futuristic world where a character known as The Believer must fight through a twisted video game in search of survival and redemption.
Throughout From The Dark, Iommi is joined by Lande, who also co-wrote every track, alongside bassist Becky Baldwin and drummer Karl Brazil, the album was co-produced by Iommi and longtime collaborator Mike Exeter, delivering a polished yet powerful production that blends classic heavy metal with contemporary sonics.
Speaking about the new record, Iommi said, “It’s an album we’ve really enjoyed making. We’re not trying to prove anything – it’s a great album, it rocks!”
Tony Iommi ‘From The Dark’ details
Tony Iommi ‘From The Dark’ track list:
- Over The Violent Sun
- Black Times
- World Alone
- Beyond The Dead
- Stormwatcher
- Death Wake
- Return Of The Arbalist
- Legacy
Deluxe CD Bonus Track
- Scent Of Dark
The eight track release opens with “Over The Violent Sun” before charging through tracks including “Black Times”, “World Alone” and “Beyond The Dead”, themes of isolation, mortality and resilience run throughout the record, culminating in the epic closer “Legacy”.
Fans looking for more than the standard release will have plenty of options. From The Dark will be available across multiple deluxe vinyl editions, CD formats and digital platforms, while a limited edition 7 inch pressing of “World Alone” arrives on September 4th featuring an exclusive instrumental B-side.
All of the Pre order details here.
Coming just over a year after Black Sabbath’s farewell performance at Birmingham’s Back To The Beginning concert, From The Dark proves Tony Iommi remains one of heavy music’s most enduring creative forces.
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