Sharon Osbourne Opposes Release of Early Black Sabbath Demos Against Bands Wishes

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Sharon Osbourne Opposes Release of Early Black Sabbath Demos Against Bands Wishes

Sharon Osbourne has publicly expressed her strong opposition to the upcoming release of early Black Sabbath demos. These recordings were created during the band’s previous identity as Earth. The demos were intended to be unveiled under the title “The Legendary Lost 1969 Tapes.”

Background of the Demos

In June, Jim Simpson, the original manager of Black Sabbath, announced plans to release the recordings made at Zella Studios in Birmingham, England, in 1969. This was just months before the band changed its name from Earth to Black Sabbath.

Delay in Release

The release, originally scheduled for July, has faced delays. Sharon Osbourne indicated that ongoing legal disputes between Simpson’s company, Big Bear Music, and the band have resulted in this hold-up. Central issues involve the ownership of the demo recordings and their copyright status in the United States.

Sharon’s Concerns

In a recent episode of The Osbournes podcast, Sharon criticized the decision to release the Earth recordings. She questioned Jim Simpson’s intentions and claimed that the band has not seen the tapes despite promises. Her communication with Simpson highlighted that Black Sabbath opposes the release, and any action will be taken to protect their rights.

Legal and Ethical Implications

Sharon accused Simpson of delaying the release of the recordings until they became public domain.
She expressed that the band would never have allowed their music to be released through Big Bear Records or Trapeze Music.
Legal threats from Sharon and the band have influenced the release timeline significantly.

Future of the Demos

Currently, various online vendors have conflicting release dates for “The Legendary Lost 1969 Tapes,” ranging from December 2025 to February 2026. The uncertainty continues as legal challenges loom.

Sharon Osbourne remains committed to opposing the release of these early Black Sabbath demos, standing firmly in support of her bandmates and their rights.