17th album from 1994 by the British BLACK SABBATH, a solid and highly underrated work of Heavy Metal and melodic Doom Metal that marked the return of Tony Martin on vocals following the Dehumanizer era. “Cross Purposes” combines heavy, dark riffs with melancholic melodies and an introspective, elegant atmosphere, showcasing Tony Iommi crafting some of the most emotional and refined material of BLACK SABBATH’s 90s period. A gloomy, mature and class-filled record that deserves far more recognition within the band’s extensive discography. Recommended for fans of DIO, CANDLEMASS, TROUBLE and RAINBOW.
