Watch Metallica’s Stunning Birmingham Performance Honoring Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath

Metallica delivered an unforgettable set in Birmingham at the “Back To The Beginning” tribute show, a powerful salute to Ozzy Osbourne and the pioneering sound of Black Sabbath. This once-in-a-lifetime event brought Metallica back to the roots of heavy metal in Ozzy’s hometown, with a setlist that thrilled fans with classics like “Master of Puppets,” “For Whom the Bell Tolls,” and a surprise cover of Sabbath’s “Johnny Blade” that had the crowd roaring.

Bassist Robert Trujillo was in top form throughout the night, laying down his signature aggressive, percussive groove while paying clear homage to Geezer Butler’s influence. Trujillo played his Warwick Streamer, delivering that crushing low end and snarling mids that cut through the band’s massive sound.

For fans of heavy bass, it was an essential performance showcasing one of metal’s most dynamic players at the top of his game.