REVIEW: Black Sabbath – The Sabbath Stones (1996) * “Headless Cross” — This compilation is the IRS years (that's the record label, mikeladano.com
Beyond Black Sabbath, the title has been referenced and covered by other artists. For example, former Skid Row vocalist released a cover of the song "Headless Cross" on his 2023 album Eriksplanations, Vol. 1 . headless cross | mikeladano.com headless_cross
: The area remains a residential district and is home to community spaces like the Headless Cross Community Orchard, which hosts local events. Cultural Impact REVIEW: Black Sabbath – The Sabbath Stones (1996)
: The name originates from the 1500s during a plague outbreak. Locals reportedly defaced church crosses because they felt they were receiving no divine help during the crisis, leaving them "headless". headless cross | mikeladano
: The album featured vocalist Tony Martin , legendary drummer Cozy Powell , and bassist Laurence Cottle .
The album's name is derived from a district in Redditch, Worcestershire , which has a dark local history.