HAPPY BIRTHDAY : Geezer Butler Celebrates Birth Anniversary; Sends Message to Fans Across the Globe on ‘Next Concert’…read more

Today marks a milestone in rock history as Geezer Butler, legendary bassist and founding member of Black Sabbath, celebrates his birthday. Widely regarded as one of the most influential bassists in heavy metal, Butler turned [insert age — 75 in 2025], and fans across the globe have taken to social media to honor the man whose thunderous riffs helped shape the sound of an entire genre.

#MetalLegend trending throughout the day. Butler, known for his low-key demeanor offstage and lyrical brilliance in songs like War Pigs, Paranoid, and Iron Man, responded to the outpouring of love with a heartfelt message posted to his official social channels.

“Thank you all for the birthday wishes!” Butler wrote. “It means the world to me that after all these years, the music still resonates. You lot have stuck with us through thick and thin, and I’m beyond grateful. Now… about that next concert…”

This cryptic sign-off sent fans into a frenzy. Could Geezer be hinting at another live appearance, perhaps as part of the recently rumored Black Sabbath ‘One Last Ride’ Farewell Tour in 2026? Though no official statement has been made, the timing seems more than coincidental.

Earlier this month, Tony Iommi confirmed that discussions were underway for a possible final run of shows to celebrate Black Sabbath’s legacy, potentially reuniting all surviving original members — Iommi, Ozzy Osbourne, and Geezer Butler — with the hope that even drummer Bill Ward could be part of the send-off. Butler’s comment has now added more fuel to that already-blazing speculation.

In a recent interview, Butler hinted that he missed the stage but was also content in retirement — unless, of course, the “right moment” came along. Given the overwhelming fan support and the success of the Back to the Beginning tribute concert earlier this month in Birmingham, the stars may finally be aligning for a proper Sabbath swan song.

Born Terence Michael Joseph Butler in Aston, Birmingham, in 1949, Geezer’s impact goes far beyond his bass lines. As Black Sabbath’s primary lyricist in the early days, his dark, poetic verses tackled war, madness, and the darker side of humanity — themes that would go on to define heavy metal’s core aesthetic.

Over the years, Butler’s influence has been cited by countless musicians across genres. Bassists from Metallica’s Robert Trujillo to Tool’s Justin Chancellor have called him a pioneer. “Geezer wasn’t just playing bass — he was telling stories, and building a foundation for the rest of us to stand on,” said Trujillo in a recent Rock Hall interview.

Today, fans are celebrating that legacy with everything from tribute videos to fan art, and even a few impromptu bass covers flooding TikTok and Instagram.

While Butler remains humble in the face of global adoration, his birthday message was a clear reminder that the fire still burns. Whether or not a final tour materializes, one thing is certain: Geezer Butler’s influence will never fade.

As he put it in today’s message:

“We may not be immortal, but the music is. See you soon… maybe.”

Happy Birthday, Geezer. The world is watching — and listening.