MAY 29, 2009, 9:12 pm
Below is my official press statement on the official Black Sabbath trademark lawsuit. I am very saddened that I’ve had to take legal action against Tony. This is something that I’ve tried to avoid for years. I am not Geezer or Bill’s voice. However, till the day I die I will not change my mind on this issue. The Black Sabbath trademark should be equally owned by Geezer, Bill, Tony and I as the true Black Sabbath lineup is Tony, Geezer, Bill and I. We’ve all been mates since school. I’ve always said there is an invisible thread that holds us together. Tony, lets get this ridiculous issue sorted and move on with our lives. You’re 61, I’m 60. I hope that we’ve got a good 20 years left in us. But if not, God Forbid something happens to you. What’s going to happen to the Black Sabbath trademark? Who’s going to oversee it? Don’t you think after we’re long gone the rights should stay in your family, my family, Bill’s family and Geezer’s family?
Statement from OZZY OSBOURNE:
“It is with great regret that I had to resort to legal action against my long term partner, Tony Iommi, but after three years of trying to resolve this issue amicably, I feel I have no other recourse. As of the mid-1990’s, after constant and numerous changes in band members, the brand of "Black Sabbath" was literally in the toilet and Tony Iommi (touring under the name Black Sabbath) was reduced to performing in clubs. Since 1997 when Geezer, Bill and myself rejoined the band, Black Sabbath has returned to its former glory as we headlined sold-out arenas and amphitheatres playing to upwards of 50,000 people at each show around the world. We worked collectively to restore credibility and bring dignity back to the name “Black Sabbath” which lead to the band being inducted into the UK and US Rock & Roll Hall of Fames in 2005 and 2006, respectively. Throughout the last 12 years, it was my management representatives who oversaw the marketing and quality control of the “Black Sabbath” brand through OZZFEST, touring, merchandising and album reissues. The name "Black Sabbath" now has a worldwide prestige and merchandising value that it would not have had by continuing on the road it was on prior to the 1997 reunion tour. Tony, I am so sorry it’s had to get to this point by me having to take this action against you. I don’t have the right to speak for Geezer and Bill, but I feel that morally and ethically the trademark should be owned by the four of us equally. I hope that by me taking this first step that it will ultimately end up that way. We’ve all worked too hard and long in our careers to allow you to sell merchandise that features all our faces, old Black Sabbath album covers and band logos, and then you tell us that you own the copyright. We’re all in our 60’s now. The Black Sabbath legacy should live on long after we have all gone. Please do the right thing.”
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Tony, Ozzy has a point because BS is the effort of all you 4 guys. Ozzy already had made a great name for himself without Sabbath. So, I believe you too should understand that together you 4 can again go for a Rereunion 2009 and set the stage on fire.
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well worth the read. thank you very much for taking the time to share with those who are starting on the subject. Greetings
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Any issue how big or small..
Any issue how big or small...it's only through talks at a personal level can resolve. Even if a court decree can settle things up but it's not settled till things are settle in our heart & mind...
Tony, Ozzy has a point because BS is the effort of all you 4 guys. Ozzy already had made a great name for himself without Sabbath. So, I believe you too should understand that together you 4 can again go for a Rereunion 2009 and set the stage on fire.
We look forward to seeing you guys together again soon.
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he name "Black Sabbath" now has a worldwide prestige and merchandising value that it would not have had by continuing on the road it was on prior to the 1997 reunion tour. Tony, I am so sorry it’s had to get to this point by me having to take this action against you...
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The name "Black Sabbath" now has a worldwide prestige and merchandising value that it would not have had by continuing on the road it was on prior to the 1997 reunion tour.
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ozzy says
I am very saddened that I’ve had to take legal action against Tony. This is something that I’ve tried to avoid for years. I am not Geezer or Bill’s voice- OZZY
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I lost all respect for you when you did that stupid tv show and your treatment of former Blizzard of Ozz bandmates Lee Kerslake and Bob Daisley! Aside from screwing them for $$, a disgraceful thing you did in re-issuing the only 2 great albums made under your name - Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman -- with alternate players!
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Did this ever get worked out??? I hope so...
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This was a wonderfully helpful article! I am just starting out with my blog, and I decided to learn about readership early on so I can promote it as it begins growing.
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Hey i think your blog is awesome and i think that you are an awesome person. I wish i could meet you in person and i like your new album, and the song i dont wanna stop. That is so true. I really really want to meet you in person but, I cant cuz i dont have enough money.
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Great site. Great story. Thanks.
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On the flip side, I get my share of promotional emails from smaller travel websites and people trying to promote this or that. I mostly ignore them as many of the commentators mentioned doing.
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I don't know if you personnaly read comments on your own website, but i simply would to write you a letter.
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I hope the two of you can work something out by then. Look foward to the next ozzfest anyway. I'm sick of all their lies. Little House on the Prairie DVD Let's get real. Why don't we give Sabbath credit for resurrecting Ozzy's career and propping up his Ozzfest? Romantic Comedies on DVD
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Those of us who by some standards are old timers, even though I was 16 before if had my head turned off Staus Quo, for Sabbath, let us have some facts, as t the moment some folk are writing just plain b o l l o c k s. Forgive my language, especially since there are women and children on site, BUT as you have gathered by my other inputs, I too have deep feelings.
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Love and respect too all you guys and if you need a breakdown thats 25 percent per band member which is equal as you can get it!
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And Ronnie James Dio just doesn't hold a candle to Ozzy's vocals. Dio had a very homogeneous, high-pitched, operatic voice. It's been done so many times that it is old and tired. Ozzy Osbourne remains unique and far more interesting than Dio.
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Ozzy you should have the rights to Black Sabbath. You are talented musician and a great TV personality. Keep up the good work.
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I only wish that he could go about this a different way I feel like all four of them should have rights to the Sabbath name because they where the best lineup for the band. Besides you don't get to be part of one of the richest couples in England for nothing Ozzy and Sharon have an estiminated 110 million dollars.
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Tony has to "buy" Ozzy's shares out to own Heaven & Hell trademark and only then tour with whatever line up he wants. Am I wrong?
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If I have read Billboard newsright-next year's ozzfest10 is to include "BLACK SABBATH"-I guess the old addage keep your friends close and your enemies or folks your pissed off at closer-lol!!! I hope the two of you can work something out by then. Look foward to the next ozzfest anyway.
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You can't just claim a trade mark by yourself like that. It makes matters worse when you are running a brand into the ground too.
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