Bill Ward
Drummer for Black Sabbath
Born
May 5th, 1948
76 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
England
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An English drummer and songwriter. Co-founded the heavy metal band Black Sabbath in 1968. Played on critically acclaimed albums, including 'Black Sabbath', 'Paranoid', and 'Master of Reality'. Contributed to the band's innovative musical style and dark themes that defined the genre. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006 as a member of Black Sabbath.
Co-founded Black Sabbath
Played on 'Paranoid'
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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