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William Thomas Ward (born 5 May 1948) is an English musician. He was a co-founder and the original drummer for the heavy metal band Black Sabbath. Ward helped found Black Sabbath in 1968 alongside bandmates Ozzy Osbourne (lead singer), Tony Iommi (guitarist) and Geezer Butler (bass).
Learn about Bill Ward, the original drummer of Black Sabbath, his musical influences, discography, and personal life. Find out his contact information, drum kit layouts, and special dates in his career.
Dec 25, 2023 · Bill Ward is the original drummer of Black Sabbath and a solo artist. Find out his latest updates, new songs, and birthday messages on his official site.
Jun 30, 2022 · Bill Ward was an integral part of Black Sabbath and of heavy metal’s genesis. Here he reflects on his eventful life thus far and his piles of unreleased albums. (Image credit: Neil Zlozower/AtlasIcons.com)
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Dec 20, 2021 · Bill Ward, the original drummer of Black Sabbath, left the band twice: in 1980 due to alcohol and in 2012 due to contract issues. Learn about the circumstances behind his departures, his struggles with sobriety, and his hopes of rejoining his former bandmates.
May 31, 2017 · Black Sabbath founding member and former drummer Bill Ward reflects on the glory days of Sabbath and the dangers of drumming on LSD.
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Bill Ward is the godfather of heavy metal drumming. As the drummer and co-founder of Black Sabbath, he's left a lasting legacy that can be traced back to Sabbath's first record released...
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