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Tony Iommi - Diagnosed With Lymphoma


An update on the official Black Sabbath Facebook page has announced that the legendary guitarist Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma, a cancer related to the immune system.

The message reads:

"[...] his bandmates would like everyone to send positive vibes to the guitarist at this time. Iommi is currently working with his doctors to establish the best treatment plan--the "IRON MAN" of Rock & Roll remains upbeat and determined to make a full and successful recovery.

This comes as Black Sabbath--Ozzy Osbourne (vocals), Tony Iommi (guitar), Geezer Butler (bass) and Bill Ward (drums)--are writing and recording their first album in 33 years in Los Angeles (still set for release this fall) with producer Rick Rubin. They will now go to the UK to continue to work with Tony. Further information will be released as it becomes available."

Source: facebook.com
Band profile: Black Sabbath
Posted: 09.01.2012 by Baz Anderson


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10.01.2012 - 03:14
Timmeh
Dudeman
God I hate cancer.
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10.01.2012 - 03:35
In_tallica

Sad but unfortunatly true. Ronnie James Dio was only the beginning. Alot of the older rock stars will eventually die off.
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10.01.2012 - 03:49
Ghostdancer

You can't stop aging and the fucked up diseases that come with it...but this still just sucks.
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"Bullshit! You didn't convince me!"
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10.01.2012 - 03:49
Ghostdancer

You can't stop aging and the fucked up diseases that come with it...but this still just sucks.
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"Bullshit! You didn't convince me!"
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10.01.2012 - 06:36
M C Vice
ex-polydactyl
But, god's aren't supposed to get sick?
If he dies, it'll be the bigest death in metal's history.
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"Another day, another Doug."
"I'll fight you on one condition. That you lower your nipples."
" 'Tis a lie! Thy backside is whole and ungobbled, thou ungrateful whelp!"
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10.01.2012 - 09:15
Butters49

Aweeee man......
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"Sataaaaaaaaan. Yeah yeah!"
-King Diamond
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10.01.2012 - 09:39
M C Vice
ex-polydactyl
Written by Guest on 09.01.2012 at 23:00

Priest is likely going to retire in the next several years, Tony Iommi may die, resulting in the breakup of Black Sabbath, Dio is dead... The first generation of metal is dying off.

At least we know Lemmy will never go. If he could die, he'd have done it years ago.
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"Another day, another Doug."
"I'll fight you on one condition. That you lower your nipples."
" 'Tis a lie! Thy backside is whole and ungobbled, thou ungrateful whelp!"
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10.01.2012 - 10:13
Ace Frawley
The Spaceman
Like everyone else, I'm hoping that Tony can beat this. My best wishes and thoughts are with him and his family.
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The sun shines over The Fool...
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10.01.2012 - 12:35
Deefer46

Good luck Tone m8, Hope you get well quickly - we all love you man.
Black Sabbath is Toni Iommi.............Best fuckin band on earth........EVER.
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10.01.2012 - 12:39
Elodie Artour
Slania
Judging by the comments, I've got nothing else to say but to wish him a (hopefully) speedy and successful recovery...
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Speak up dear 'cause I cannot hear you...
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10.01.2012 - 13:11
Xim
Rocker of Worlds
This really sucks.
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10.01.2012 - 16:27
In Bone Factory

Get Healthy Master
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The End Is Nigh ...
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10.01.2012 - 16:51
mikeprado30

Written by Daniell on 09.01.2012 at 17:47

If there is god, he definitely doesn't want any new Black Sabbath material. First Ronnie James Dio, now this.

Not at all, God surely wants the line-up ASAP in heavens to make the best recording ever there, only for listening of those worthy of it
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BARDS WE ARE, BARDS WE WILL BE!
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10.01.2012 - 17:45
Daniell
_爱情_
Written by mikeprado30 on 10.01.2012 at 16:51

Written by Daniell on 09.01.2012 at 17:47

If there is god, he definitely doesn't want any new Black Sabbath material. First Ronnie James Dio, now this.

Not at all, God surely wants the line-up ASAP in heavens to make the best recording ever there, only for listening of those worthy of it


Even though it sucks for us here, it makes perfect sense there
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10.01.2012 - 20:27
Absak

Fuck cancer!
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11.01.2012 - 02:48
gav1230

Don't worry, the Iron Man is going to kick cancers ass.
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11.01.2012 - 02:50
gav1230

Written by mikeprado30 on 10.01.2012 at 16:51

Written by Daniell on 09.01.2012 at 17:47

If there is god, he definitely doesn't want any new Black Sabbath material. First Ronnie James Dio, now this.

Not at all, God surely wants the line-up ASAP in heavens to make the best recording ever there, only for listening of those worthy of it

God's trying to form a supergroup with Dio, Cliff Burton, Iommi, Randy Rhodes, and John Bonham.
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11.01.2012 - 05:22
Dedcalm
Account deleted
C'mon Tony you can beat this. There are many people out there like myself that have never seen the original line up of the first metal band play live. You cant go till you have shown another generation that you are the best.
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11.01.2012 - 18:12
Tmick

My thoughts are with you, Mr. Iommi. Thank you for helping to bring something into this world which brings so much joy to so many.
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14.01.2012 - 00:49
Daggon
Underpaid M.D.
I saw this news in Facebook a couple of days ago, man, I really feel bad for him, specially when we consider that his friend and bandmate, the mighty Dio, died from cancer not long ago.
Really hope the best for him.
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"Les vers savent qu'ils n'ont pas d'ailes, c'est pour cela qu'ils se cachent sous terre"
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14.01.2012 - 17:52
tea[m]ster
Au Pays Natal
Doesn't lymphoma spread real quickly? Bad news indeed...
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rekt
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