Master Of Reality

Master of Reality, Black Sabbath's third studio album, arrived in 1971 and sharpened the band's doom-heavy sound with Tony Iommi's down-tuned guitar and Ozzy Osbourne's haunting vocals. It features enduring tracks such as Sweet Leaf and Children of the Grave, helping to lay the groundwork for heavy metal and inspiring subgenres like doom, sludge, and stoner metal. The 2015 remastered edition from Sanctuary/BMG brings renewed clarity to these compact, thunderous performances that defined Sabbath's early years. A landmark in metal history, Master of Reality remains a touchstone for fans and musicians around the world.