Which band released the 1970 heavy-metal album Black Sabbath?

The band Black Sabbath released the 1970 heavy-metal album Black Sabbath.

The album was the group's self-titled debut and arrived in the United Kingdom on February 13, 1970. Its ominous opening title track, heavy guitar sound, and dark atmosphere helped establish features later associated with heavy metal. The record was produced by Rodger Bain and recorded in London in late 1969.

Black Sabbath came from Birmingham, England, and its original lineup consisted of Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. The album's sound was shaped by Iommi's amplified guitar, Butler's dark lyrical interests, and the band's blues-rock foundation.

A common mix-up is confusing the album with Paranoid, Black Sabbath's second studio album, also released in 1970. Paranoid contains songs such as “Iron Man” and “War Pigs,” while the debut contains “The Wizard” and “N.I.B.”