California Jam 74 by Black Sabbath is a live album that captures the band's performance at the California Jam festival in 1974. The album features some of the band's most popular songs, including "Paranoid," "War Pigs," and "Iron Man," as well as some lesser-known tracks.
The album showcases the band's raw energy and powerful sound, with Ozzy Osbourne's vocals and Tony Iommi's guitar riffs taking center stage. The rhythm section of Geezer Butler on bass and Bill Ward on drums provides a solid foundation for the band's heavy sound.
The live setting adds a new dimension to the band's music, with extended solos and improvisations that showcase the band's musicianship. The crowd's enthusiastic response to the band's performance is also evident on the album, adding to the overall energy of the recording.
Unofficial 7-inch release with two tracks from 1974 concert; sleeve mentions 'N.I.B.' on B-side, but actual playing track is 'Paranoid'. Only 10 copies in black colour with white labels
California Jam 74 is a must-have for Black Sabbath fans and anyone who appreciates the raw power of live rock music. The album captures the band at the height of their powers and is a testament to their enduring legacy as one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time.