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Black Sabbath’s legendary guitarist Tony Iommi recently spoke about Metallica’s influence on the evolution of heavy metal, acknowledging their role in shaping its signature sound. In a recent interview, Iommi credited the band for refining and popularizing the aggressive, powerful tone that defines modern metal.
“Metallica took metal’s sound and elevated it,” Iommi said, emphasizing how their influence helped solidify the genre’s mainstream presence.
While praising Metallica, Iommi also shared his thoughts on the current state of guitar playing in metal. He pointed out that many guitarists today focus heavily on technical skill, sometimes overlooking the emotional depth that makes a riff or solo truly memorable.
“Guitar playing today is often too technical,” he remarked. “It’s impressive, but it can sometimes lack the soul that gives music real impact.”
As a pioneer of heavy metal, Iommi’s perspective holds weight. His iconic riffs in songs like Iron Man and Paranoid helped shape the genre’s foundation.
Despite his concerns, Iommi remains optimistic about metal’s future, recognizing that each generation brings its own innovations. “Music evolves, and that’s a good thing,” he concluded. “But it’s important to keep the feeling alive.”
His comments serve as both recognition of Metallica’s lasting legacy and a reminder that musical passion should remain at the heart of metal, alongside technical mastery.
