Vol. 4

Vol. 4 is the fourth studio album by the English heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath. It was released in 1972 and features the classic lineup of Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward.

The album features some of Black Sabbath's most enduring tracks, including the heavy riff of Supernaut and the sweeping acoustic ballad Changes. Snowblind is another standout track from the record, which the band openly dedicated to their massive cocaine use at the time.

The album was notably recorded in Los Angeles, California, rather than the band's native England. Black Sabbath rented a house in Bel Air and recorded the record at Record Plant Studios, which contributed to its more experimental and polished sound.

Yes, the 1972 album was a massive commercial success, reaching gold status in the United States just a month after its release. It peaked at number 13 on the US Billboard 200 chart, cementing their popularity in America.