BLACK SABBATH's TONY IOMMI Among Recipients Of This Year's 'Lord Mayor Awards' In Birmingham
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Legendary BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi and Birmingham City Football Club chairman Tom Wagner are among the recipients of this year's Lord Mayor's Awards, celebrating exceptional contributions to Birmingham.
The awards were presented by the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Zafar Iqbal MBE at the Council's annual general meeting this afternoon (Tuesday, May 19).
Handsworth-born Tony Iommi has been honored for his outstanding achievements as a world-renowned musician, writer and producer.
As a founding member of BLACK SABBATH, Tony is widely recognized as a creator of heavy metal music and the award recognizes the genre's continued impact on the cultural landscape of Birmingham, enriching millions of people's lives and enhancing Birmingham's national and international reputation.
Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Zafar Iqbal MBE, said: "The Lord Mayor's Awards recognize the very best of Birmingham, individuals and organizations who have shown exceptional service to Birmingham and its people.
"From global icons like Tony Iommi and Tom Wagner to those working tirelessly in our communities, each award winner has played a vital role in shaping the Birmingham we all love, strengthening our communities, and enhancing its reputation on the national and international stage.
"It is wonderful to celebrate their achievements and thank them for the impact they continue to have on our great city."
BLACK SABBATH has been ranked by MTV as the "Greatest Metal Band" of all time, and placed second in VH1's "100 Greatest Artists Of Hard Rock" list. Rolling Stone magazine ranked them No. 85 on their "100 Greatest Artists Of All Time" while Iommi was ranked No. 25 in Rolling Stone magazine's "100 Greatest Guitarists Of All Time". BLACK SABBATH have sold over 70 million records worldwide. BLACK SABBATH were inducted into the UK Music Hall Of Fame in 2005 and the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2006. They have also won three Grammy Awards, two for "Best Metal Performance" for "Iron Man" and "God Is Dead?" Iommi also received a Grammy nomination for his work with CANDLEMASS.
Iommi, Osbourne, Butler and Ward reunited at last July's "Back To The Beginning" event which marked the original BLACK SABBATH lineup's first performance since 2005 and the quartet's final live appearance.
(Source: www.blabbermouth.net)
