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Scott Ian Joins Black Sabbath Tribute, Embraces Iommi's Legacy

3/31/2025

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Scott Ian, the iconic guitarist of Anthrax, is thrilled to join Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning show, thanks to an invitation from Tom Morello. A devoted Sabbath fan since childhood, Ian is eager to pay tribute to their legendary sound, while grappling with the challenge of emulating the distinctive guitar style of Tony Iommi.

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Story summary

Scott Ian, the iconic guitarist of Anthrax, is thrilled to join Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning show, thanks to an invitation from Tom Morello. A devoted Sabbath fan since childhood, Ian is eager to pay tribute to their legendary sound, while grappling with the challenge of emulating the distinctive guitar style of Tony Iommi.