Eine der größten Legenden der Rock- und Metal-Geschichte erhält eine weitere außergewöhnliche Ehrung: Tony Iommi, Gitarrist von Black Sabbath und einer der wichtigsten Wegbereiter des Heavy Metal, wurde in den diesjährigen King’s Birthday Honours zum Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) ernannt.
Die Auszeichnung würdigt Iommis jahrzehntelange Verdienste für die Musik sowie sein langjähriges Engagement für wohltätige Zwecke.
Der Black-Sabbath-Gitarrist zeigte sich tief bewegt:
„What an unbelievable honour to receive an MBE. Music has been my life and I’ve been very lucky to share this journey with many amazing people and fans, and I’m very grateful for all the support along the way.“
Weiter erklärte Iommi:
„It’s been a privilege doing something I love and then to see that music connect with so many over the years. And, to be able to help raise money for charities close to my heart has meant the world to me.“
Seit der Gründung von Black Sabbath Ende der 1960er Jahre hat Tony Iommi die Welt des Heavy Metal nachhaltig geprägt. Seine dunklen, schweren Gitarrenriffs auf Klassikern wie Paranoid, Iron Man, War Pigs oder Children Of The Grave beeinflussten Generationen von Musikern und legten das Fundament für unzählige Metal-Subgenres.
Neben seiner musikalischen Karriere engagierte sich Iommi über Jahrzehnte hinweg für zahlreiche soziale Projekte und Wohltätigkeitsorganisationen, insbesondere in seiner Heimatstadt Birmingham.
Mit der MBE-Auszeichnung reiht sich Tony Iommi in die Liste bedeutender britischer Persönlichkeiten ein, die für ihre kulturellen und gesellschaftlichen Verdienste geehrt wurden.
Von Metalheads World gehen die herzlichsten Glückwünsche an einen Musiker, ohne den Heavy Metal vermutlich niemals so geklungen hätte, wie wir ihn heute kennen.
TONY IOMMI AWARDED MBE IN KING’S BIRTHDAY HONOURS
One of the most influential figures in rock and heavy metal history has received another remarkable accolade. Tony Iommi, legendary guitarist of Black Sabbath and widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of heavy metal, has been appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours, recognizing his outstanding services to music and charity.
Iommi expressed his gratitude following the announcement:
„What an unbelievable honour to receive an MBE. Music has been my life and I’ve been very lucky to share this journey with many amazing people and fans, and I’m very grateful for all the support along the way.“
He continued:
„It’s been a privilege doing something I love and then to see that music connect with so many over the years. And, to be able to help raise money for charities close to my heart has meant the world to me.“
As the driving force behind Black Sabbath’s revolutionary sound, Tony Iommi helped create the blueprint for heavy metal with timeless classics such as Paranoid, Iron Man, War Pigs, and Children Of The Grave. His distinctive guitar style and groundbreaking riffs have inspired countless musicians and shaped the evolution of metal for more than five decades.
Beyond his musical achievements, Iommi has dedicated significant time and effort to charitable causes throughout his career, supporting numerous organizations and community projects, particularly in his hometown of Birmingham.
This latest honour further cements his status as one of Britain’s most important cultural icons and one of the most respected figures in rock music history.
From everyone at Metalheads World, congratulations to Tony Iommi on this well-deserved recognition.
