On July 5, 2025, more than 40,000 fans packed Villa Park Stadium in Birmingham for “Back to the Beginning,” the historic final concert by Black Sabbath. But in a night filled with iconic performances, one of the biggest surprises came from a jaw-dropping supergroup performance that turned up the heat with explosive covers of “Walk This Way” and “Whole Lotta Love.” It wasn’t just a tribute — it was a high-voltage celebration of rock that had the entire stadium roaring.
The stage came alive with an all-star lineup led by Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine), featuring Steven Tyler (Aerosmith), Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme), Vernon Reid (Living Colour), Robert Trujillo (Metallica), and Taylor Hawkins Jr., the son of the late Foo Fighters drummer. The supergroup stunned the crowd with their fiery renditions of two of rock’s most legendary anthems, blending old-school energy with modern edge.
Their performance of “Walk This Way” brought Steven Tyler back to his signature groove, while “Whole Lotta Love” shook Villa Park to its foundation. With blistering guitar solos, powerhouse vocals, and the kind of chemistry only true rock veterans can deliver, the supergroup created a once-in-a-lifetime moment that felt both nostalgic and brand new.
Although the night centered on Ozzy Osbourne’s final bow with Black Sabbath, the supergroup’s set served as a powerful bridge between generations. As Ozzy watched from the wings, having just wrapped his emotional performances of “Paranoid” and “Mama, I’m Coming Home,” this jam session felt like a passing of the torch — a reminder that rock’s spirit isn’t fading, it’s evolving.
Beyond the music, “Back to the Beginning” had heart. The event raised millions for causes like Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorns Children’s Hospice. All the artists performed for free, merchandise profits went to charity, and livestream proceeds helped boost donations even further.
In the end, the night wasn’t just about saying goodbye — it was about celebrating the power of music to unite, to heal, and to carry legacy forward. For everyone who witnessed it — in person or online — that supergroup performance was a thunderous promise that rock is still alive and louder than ever.
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