Daily Music Headlines July 7, 2025

Black Sabbath’s original lineup reunited for a final hometown show in Birmingham, hosted by Jason Momoa. Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Slayer, and more paid tribute. Proceeds benefit Cure Parkinson’s and local children’s charities.

Kelly Osbourne and Slipknot’s Sid Wilson got engaged during the Sabbath show. Ozzy jokingly interrupted the proposal, but Kelly said yes.

Jack Black released a “Mr. Crowley” cover with kids of Tom Morello and Scott Ian, plus Yoyoka Soma and Hugo Weiss. It debuted at the Sabbath event. Rob Reiner clarified Spinal Tap’s Stonehenge scene predates Sabbath’s, despite the band's belief it was inspired by them.

Tom Morello protested ICE raids in L.A. and hosted a benefit show for immigrant rights, urging citizens to take charge.

BLACKPINK launched their “DEADLINE” world tour in Korea with new track “Jump” and 31 shows planned worldwide.

KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack hit No. 3 on the Billboard 200, the top animated film soundtrack since Encanto.

Lorde’s Virgin hit No. 1 in the UK. Bruce Springsteen scored his 25th Top 10. Sabrina Carpenter set a solo LP top-five streak record.

Texas singer/songwriter Julia Hatfield survived the Kerrville flood; local efforts are underway to aid victims.

X-Files composer Mark Snow died at 78. Known for pioneering electronic scoring, he leaves behind a lasting TV legacy.

Scorpions biopic Wind of Change is in production, focusing on the band’s Cold War anthem and legacy.

Sabrina Carpenter brought out Duran Duran at BST Hyde Park for “Hungry Like the Wolf.” She headlines Lolla and drops Man’s Best Friend Aug 29.

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