GENE HOGLAN To Step In For BILL WARD On BLACK SABBATH's Reunion Shows???

We just got word from Ian Christie (Sirius XM LIQUID METAL), that drumming legend GENE HOGLAN will be stepping in for BILL WARD on the upcoming SABBATH reunion shows. We really hope that Ian is not pulling all of our legs as an April Fool's joke. As previously reported, Bill Ward announced that he won't be part of the current reincarnation of BLACK SABBATH. This is his statement regarding this matter:

"At this time, I would love nothing more than to be able to proceed with the BLACK SABBATH album and tour," stated Ward. "However, I am unable to continue unless a 'signable' contract is drawn up; a contract that reflects some dignity and respect toward me as an original member of the band." The remaining members of Black Sabbath (Ozzy, Osbourne, Tony Iommy & Geezer Butler) have have been recording the NEW album without Bill Ward.

BLACK SABBATH:

- Jun. 10: Donnington, UK @ Download Festival
- PLUS 1 show in the United States! (Details have not been announced yet)

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