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Megadeth Skipped Black Sabbath Farewell: No Invitation

7/21/2025

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Megadeth's absence from Black Sabbath's farewell concert, "Back to the Beginning," raised eyebrows as bassist James LoMenzo shared they weren't invited, despite efforts to reach out during their European tour. While acknowledging the disappointment, he held no grudges. Other iconic bands like Soundgarden and Motley Crue also missed the moment, citing scheduling conflicts and health concerns.

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Megadeth's absence from Black Sabbath's farewell concert, "Back to the Beginning," raised eyebrows as bassist James LoMenzo shared they weren't invited, despite efforts to reach out during their European tour. While acknowledging the disappointment, he held no grudges. Other iconic bands like Soundgarden and Motley Crue also missed the moment, citing scheduling conflicts and health concerns.