Classic Albums

S09E01 Black Sabbath: Paranoid

As Paranoid marks its 40th anniversary this year, the Classic Albums/Black Sabbath episode is perfectly timed. Fans of music will appreciate the 97-minute DVD that delves into Black Sabbath's inspirations, the creation of iconic tracks like "War Pigs" and "Iron Man," their entry into the American market, and even detailed demonstrations of the riffs by Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler. Unlike their self-titled debut, which was recorded swiftly, Paranoid benefitted from a more relaxed studio setting. This led to captivating anecdotes, including the spontaneous creation of "Paranoid" in response to a request for a brief song.