Tony Iommi Announces New Solo Album From The Dark

Legendary Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi announced his first solo album in 21 years on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, unveiling the project at a special event in his hometown of Birmingham. The album, titled "From The Dark," is scheduled for release on October 23, 2026, via BMG Records. Alongside the announcement, Iommi released the album's first single, "World Alone," accompanied by a dystopian-themed music video.

The eight-track album marks Iommi's first solo effort since 2005's "Fused." It features a consistent lineup of collaborators, with Norwegian vocalist Jørn Lande handling all lyrics and vocals, Becky Baldwin of Fury and Mercyful Fate on bass, and Karl Brazil on drums. Iommi co-produced the record with his longtime technical collaborator and engineer, Mike Exeter. At the Birmingham event, which included a question-and-answer session with comedian Frank Skinner, Iommi described the creative process as enjoyable and without pressure, stating the album was something the team really enjoyed making and was not an attempt to prove anything.

"From The Dark" showcases Iommi's signature, pioneering downtuned guitar sound. The album's tracklist includes songs such as "Over The...