Rudy Sarzo praised Sammy Hagar following their joint performance at Black Sabbath’s “Back to the Beginning” event. Both musicians shared their thoughts on the experience via X (formerly Twitter).
Hagar began the exchange by expressing his admiration for the Black Sabbath members’ performance at the event.
“I can’t say enough about how impressed, inspired and touched I am about the Back To The Beginning event, especially Ozzy Osbourne, Bill Ward, Tony Iommi, and Geezer Butler,” Hagar posted. “They not just did it, they fucking crushed it!”
Sarzo responded with high praise for his fellow performer.
“Sammy, it was an honor to play with you last Saturday at Back to the Beginning,” Sarzo commented. “You’re an American Treasure and a Super Cool Hang. God bless you and your family.”
The mutual appreciation between these two rock veterans reflects the significance of what many consider a historic moment in heavy metal history.
Ozzy.com reported that the “Back to the Beginning” event marked Black Sabbath’s first performance with all original members in 20 years. The reunion brought together Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward for what was billed as their final concert together. This created an emotional milestone for both the band and their fans worldwide.
The event featured an impressive lineup beyond Black Sabbath themselves. Louder Sound confirmed that the concert included performances by an all-star roster of rock and metal bands, including Metallica and Guns N’ Roses. This made it one of the most significant heavy metal gatherings in recent years.
No Treble revealed that the concert was livestreamed to a global audience. This allowed fans worldwide to witness this historic reunion. The event also featured diverse performances from artists like Tom Morello and Billy Corgan, showcasing the broad influence Black Sabbath has had across different generations of musicians.
The charitable aspect of the event added another layer of meaning to the reunion. Ozzy.com detailed that proceeds from the “Back to the Beginning” concert were shared equally between three organizations: Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorn Children’s Hospice. This demonstrated the band’s commitment to giving back to their community.
