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Less than a week after British tech death metal band Ingested announced the impending release of their new album Denigration, the band announced via social media that their vocalist Josh Davies was no longer a member of the band “effective immediately.” The split is an abrupt about face for the band and we don’t know exactly why they took this step, but abuse allegations leveled against Davies that have sprung up online may be to blame.

Though the band’s statement about Davies’ firing does not reference the TikTok post or the allegations, they announced that ex-A Wake In Providence vocalist Adam Mercer would be handling vocals for the time being, including for their upcoming tour with Bodysnatcher.

Despite not knowing exactly why Davies was fired, a TikTok post by user @_summerjx could be the catalyst for the decision. In it, a woman outlines the interactions she allegedly had with Davies that began when she was 17 years old. She outlined what she said was a moment where she had been “taken advantage” of by Davies after she’d been drinking.

“I couldn’t see or walk straight. I didn’t want to sleep with Josh, I had no intentions of sleeping with him. I needed a friend that night. I’d been drinking for at least nine hours and Josh was stone cold sober when he decided to take advantage of me.”

In her recollection of what allegedly happened that night, she said it didn’t take a lot of time, but that she hadn’t realized how wrong her interaction with Davies had been until some time afterward, as she hadn’t talked to anyone about it. She said she “blamed myself for being so naive” and that she “felt guilty for him touching me when I was almost paralytic.”

Sometime later, she posted about hoping to not run into Davies while at Download. Posting that story, she said, led other women to reach out about their alleged experiences with him. One woman who wished to remain anonymous shared a statement about her experience with Davies. She’d apparently also met Davies when she was 17. In it, she said he would only see her when she was drunk, that he was “very pushy with sex and other sexual things”, and that he allegedly was “very mentally abusive.” You can read her full statement here.

The TikTok user said she didn’t go to the police because she’d been “let down by the police in the past and I knew I didn’t have enough evidence.” By the time she realized that what had gone down was wrong, she said it was “too late.”

“I was incredibly unstable when I met Josh. He knew about my past, he knew I was easy to manipulate, because that’s what men like him do — they prey on the vulnerable. I’d also like to note that he made me literally sneak into his room because he didn’t want anyone in the house to know I was there.

“Josh Davies isn’t a good person. I always think when something like this happens to me that it’s not that deep, but it is that deep.”

At this time, we don’t know what Davies’ ousting means for the release of Denigration or the future of the band moving forward, but we expect to learn about all of that in the coming days or weeks. As for the allegations against Davies, he’s not released any statements about them or his removal from Ingested. If and when he does, we will follow up.

@_summerjx

i never thought i’d be making this but after hearing he’s been taking advantage of other people i will not be silent anymore. his behaviour is disgusting and people need to be made aware of what he is like. im probably going to take some time away from socials after posting this as im not good at dealing with stress very well :,) thank you for listening #ingested

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The Big Question: Which Tony Martin-Era Black Sabbath Album Is Actually The Best?

It’s not the one most people name first—and the “worst” album has a couple of riffs that still hit like a wrecking ball.

TL;DR

Tony Martin fronted five studio Sabbath albums from The Eternal Idol (1987) through Forbidden (1995), and they’re way better—and weirder—than their reputation suggests. With the era getting renewed attention thanks to official remasters/remixes in the Anno Domini 1989–1995 box set (including a Tony Iommi remix of Forbidden), it’s the perfect time to rank them properly.

I’ve lived in the “Iommi riff rabbit hole” for decades—if it has Tony’s right hand on it, I’m listening, even when the internet says I shouldn’t.

Why it matters now: the Martin era has been historically hard to find and easy to dismiss, but reissues/remasters have pushed a lot of fans to re-listen with fresh ears—and it’s changing minds fast.

The Five Tony Martin-Era Studio Albums

For this ranking we’re counting the core studio run:
The Eternal Idol (1987), Headless Cross (1989), Tyr (1990), Cross Purposes (1994), Forbidden (1995).

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5. Forbidden (1995)

Why It Lands Last

This is the one that always starts arguments—and not in the fun way.

It’s the production that drags it down. The album was produced/recorded/mixed by Ernie C (Body Count), and the opener “The Illusion Of Power” features Ice-T. Even Tony Iommi later called bringing Ernie C in “a terrible mistake.”

What Still Rules Anyway

There are real moments buried in the mud:

• Tony Martin is still singing his face off
• The riffs are there
• A few tracks feel like Sabbath trying to claw their way out of a label-mandated “modern” corner

Best Starting Point Track

“I Won’t Cry For You” (this is one of the cleanest “how is this on that album?” songs)

4. The Eternal Idol (1987)

Why It’s Not Higher

This record is basically Sabbath surviving chaos in real time: multiple producers, lineup turbulence, and vocals that were re-recorded after the album had already been in motion.

It’s historically important—Tony Martin’s first Sabbath album—but it still feels like a transitional record searching for the next identity.

What Makes It Essential

• First official Tony Martin fronted Sabbath studio album
• The songwriting has sneaky classic-metal weight once you get past the “rough edges”
• It’s the bridge between the mid-80s confusion and the late-80s gothic power run

Best Starting Point Track

“The Shining” (because that chorus is pure arena doom)

3. Cross Purposes (1994)

Why It Jumps Up The List

This is the “wait…this actually sounds like Sabbath again” album.

It’s got Geezer Butler back on bass, Tony Martin back on vocals, and a heavier, more grounded feel that doesn’t rely as much on the late-80s gothic sheen.

It also got a notable critical reappraisal over time—often framed as a legit late-era Sabbath record rather than a footnote.

What Hits Hardest

• Riffs that move instead of just “pose”
• Martin sounding confident and mean
• A tone that feels closer to Sabbath’s core DNA than people remember

Loaded Radio note: if your buddy says “Tony Martin Sabbath is all keyboards and castles,” Cross Purposes is the one you play to shut that down.

Best Starting Point Track

“I Witness” (massive hooks, classic vibe)

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2. Tyr (1990)

Why It’s Almost The Best

Tyr is where this lineup sounds fully locked in.

Released August 20, 1990, it leans into epic themes and big melodic drama, and it’s one of the strongest showcases of Tony Martin as a true Sabbath frontman—not “replacement guy,” but the voice for this chapter.

What Makes It Special

• Consistent quality front to back
• Big, heroic melodies without going cheesy
• The band sounds focused and purposeful

Best Starting Point Track

“Anno Mundi” (if you know, you know)

1. Headless Cross (1989)

Why This Is The Tony Martin Era Masterpiece

This is the one that finally makes the argument unavoidable.

Released April 17, 1989, Headless Cross is the perfect storm of atmosphere, riffs, and performance—plus it’s the first Sabbath album with Cozy Powell on drums, and the whole thing feels cinematic in a way Sabbath almost never did across an entire record.

It’s also loaded with “did that really happen?” details—like Brian May showing up for a guest solo on “When Death Calls.”

What Makes It #1

• Tony Iommi and Cozy Powell co-produced it
• The songwriting is peak “dark majestic” Sabbath
• Martin’s vocals are confident, dramatic, and perfectly matched to the occult-heavy vibe

Best Starting Point Track

“Headless Cross” (a thesis statement in song form)

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Why This Era Is Getting Re-Litigated Right Now

A big reason fans are revisiting these records is accessibility and renewed attention: the Anno Domini 1989–1995 set brought remasters of Headless Cross, Tyr, Cross Purposes and a Tony Iommi remix of Forbidden, released May 31, 2024.

That doesn’t automatically make people love the era—but it does make people actually hear it.

FAQ

Is Tony Martin Officially A Black Sabbath Singer?

Yes—Tony Martin is the longest-tenured non-Ozzy vocalist and fronted multiple Sabbath studio albums, starting with The Eternal Idol (1987).

What Are The Five Tony Martin Era Studio Albums?

The Eternal Idol (1987), Headless Cross (1989), Tyr (1990), Cross Purposes (1994), Forbidden (1995).

Why Do People Hate Forbidden So Much?

The most common complaint is the production approach and the “forced modern” feel—plus it was produced by Ernie C and includes an Ice-T appearance on “The Illusion Of Power.”

Brief Bio: Why Tony Martin Matters In Heavy Metal

Tony Martin didn’t just “fill in” for Black Sabbath—he helped keep the band alive through an era when traditional heavy metal was getting squeezed from every direction. He brought a powerful, melodic voice that could handle doom, speed, and epic atmosphere, and he gave Tony Iommi a consistent frontman long enough for Sabbath to build an entire late-era identity around mood, melody, and heavyweight riffcraft.

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Chris Rosenau is a musician who’s been working since the ’90s and who’s been in bands like Collections Of Colonies Of Bees and Volcano Choir. Nick Sanborn is the non-singing half of Sylvan Esso, and he’s been in groups like Megafaun and Made Of Oak. At the Eaux Claires Festival in 2015, Rosenau and Sanborn…

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A new feature-length documentary centered on Billy Idol is heading to theaters in the U.S. this February. Titled Billy Idol Should Be Dead, the film was directed by three-time Grammy winner Jonas Åkerlund and produced by Live Nation Studios, with a nationwide theatrical release set for February 26.

Before it opens wide, the documentary will premiere in Los Angeles at the TCL Chinese Theatre on February 23, followed by a New York debut at the Regal Union Square on February 25. Both events will include an acoustic performance from Billy Idol and his longtime guitarist and collaborator Steve Stevens.

The film follows Idol’s path from punk beginnings into full-scale rock stardom, showing the personal cost behind decades in the spotlight. It also focuses on what it took for him to stay standing through everything that came with that life.

Idol had to overcome to not just survive, but to remain one of the most beloved figures in rock n roll, almost fifty years into his career and still selling out arenas around the world.

Billy Idol Should Be Dead traces his story through rare archival footage and new interviews with Idol himself, along with family members, peers, and collaborators. It looks back on his emergence as a defining punk figure, his massive success during the MTV era, and the challenges that followed as his career kept moving forward.

The documentary first screened last summer at the Tribeca Film Festival, then went on to an award-qualifying run. Evan Saxon Productions is handling theatrical distribution in North America, while Fremantle is responsible for release outside the U.S.

The film also features a new original song, “Dying To Live,” written with Academy Award-nominated songwriter J. Ralph. The track has already drawn major attention, recently landing on the shortlist for Best Original Song at the 98th Academy Awards.

The closing sequence of the documentary is built around “Dying To Live,” combining animated and archival visuals from across Idol’s life and career. The song was written by Idol and Ralph alongside Steve Stevens, Tommy English, and Joe Janiak. It has also been nominated for Best Song–Documentary Film at the Hollywood Music In Media Awards, which also recognized Billy Idol Should Be Dead with a nomination for Best Music Documentary–Special Program.

With its theatrical run beginning February 26, the documentary offers a direct look at how Billy Idol made it through decades of highs, crashes, and reinvention while staying a lasting force in rock.

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Post-black metal luminary expands tortured vision alongside members of Dødheimsgard, MØL and Predatory Void True to black metal’s fiercely individual spirit, upon moving to Norway at the end of the 2000s, Roman V. started BIZARREKULT as a lone wolf. Much like Roman’s previous two retreats into the studio, his upcoming third album emerged from a deeply personal […]

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