Get ready to rock your world, because Black Label Society is hitting the road again, and this time they're bringing the thunder to Europe in 2026! But here's where it gets exciting: they're not coming alone. Joining them on select dates are heavyweights like Venom Inc., Thrown into Exile, Sacred Reich, Thundermother, and Metal Church. Talk about a lineup that’ll shake the foundations of every venue they play!
Tour Dates You Can’t Miss:
- May 28: Glasgow, UK @ O2 Academy Glasgow (with Venom Inc.)
- May 29: London, UK @ O2 Forum (with Venom Inc.)
- May 30: Bournemouth, UK @ O2 Academy Bournemouth (with Venom Inc.)
- June 9: Munich, Germany @ Tonhalle (with Venom Inc.)
- June 10: Budapest, Hungary @ Barba Negra (with Venom Inc.)
- June 16: Paris, France @ Le Trianon (with Venom Inc.)
- June 22: Strasbourg, France @ La Laiterie (with Venom Inc.)
- June 23: Pratteln, Switzerland @ Z7 Konzertfabrik (with Venom Inc.)
- June 30: Saarbrucken, Germany @ Garage (with Venom Inc.)
- July 22: Istanbul, Turkey @ Kucukciftlik Park
- July 30: Berlin, Germany @ Huxleys Neue Welt (with Thrown into Exile)
- August 1: Wiesbaden, Germany @ Schlachthof Wiesbaden (with Thrown into Exile & Sacred Reich)
- August 4: Barcelona, Spain @ Razzmatazz (with Thrown into Exile & Thundermother)
- August 11: Oberhausen, Germany @ Turbinenhalle (with Thrown into Exile)
- August 14: Leipzig, Germany @ Parkbuhne (with Thrown into Exile & Metal Church)
And this is the part most people miss: Black Label Society isn’t just touring—they’re also dropping a brand-new album, Engines of Demolition, on March 27 via MNRK Heavy. This 15-track powerhouse is the follow-up to 2021’s Doom Crew Inc. and includes fan favorites like Broken and Blind, The Gallows, and Lord Humungus. But here’s the kicker: there’s a track called Ozzy’s Song, a heartfelt tribute to Zakk Wylde’s longtime collaborator, the legendary Ozzy Osbourne. Is this the ultimate nod to one of metal’s greatest partnerships, or just a fan’s dream come true?
Full Track Listing for Engines of Demolition:
1. Name in Blood
2. Gatherer of Souls
3. The Hand of Tomorrow’s Grave
4. Better Days & Wiser Times
5. Broken and Blind
6. The Gallows
7. Above & Below
8. Back to Me
9. Lord Humungus
10. Pedal to the Floor
11. Broken Pieces
12. The Stranger
13. Ozzy’s Song
14. Name in Blood (Unblackened)
15. Lord Humungus (Unblackened)
Zakk Wylde, the mastermind behind Black Label Society, has been a force in heavy metal since forming the band in 1998. But did you know his journey to stardom began with a cassette tape he sent to Ozzy Osbourne as a teenager? That bold move landed him a spot as Ozzy’s guitarist, a role he’s held for nearly four decades. Is Zakk Wylde the ultimate self-made metal legend, or just a guy who got lucky?
Black Label Society has since become a touring juggernaut, releasing nearly a dozen studio albums that have sold millions of copies worldwide. Their 2010 album Order of the Black and 2014’s Catacombs of the Black Vatican both cracked the top five on the hard rock charts, solidifying their place in metal history. And let’s not forget Zakk’s contributions to Ozzy’s solo work—he’s played on nearly every album since joining, except for 2020’s Ordinary Man. But here’s a controversial question: Has Zakk’s work with Black Label Society overshadowed his legacy with Ozzy, or has it only enhanced it?
The current lineup of Black Label Society is a powerhouse in its own right:
- Zakk Wylde: Vocals, guitar, piano
- John 'JD' DeServio: Bass
- Jeff Fabb: Drums
- Dario Lorina: Guitar
So, mark your calendars, grab your tickets, and get ready to witness history in the making. But before you go, let’s spark some debate: Is Black Label Society’s new album a game-changer, or just another solid entry in their discography? Sound off in the comments—we want to hear your take!
