Overview

• Sharon Osbourne removed a band from the lineup following a dispute with its manager but later confirmed that Tool remained on the bill.
• Final lineup for 'Back to the Beginning' at Villa Park on July 5 features Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira and a supergroup composed of members from Guns N’ Roses, Smashing Pumpkins and other bands.
• Tom Morello has been named music director for the farewell performance and will also appear onstage.
• Ozzy Osbourne has promised to perform despite his Parkinson’s diagnosis and recent spinal surgery and has intensified physical preparation.
• The concert will be available globally as a pay-per-view livestream.