Episode 205 is here, and we’ve finally reached the end of one of Black Sabbath’s most divisive records… Technical Ecstasy.

Did Sabbath evolve… or did they accidentally wander into the ’70s looking for a keyboard solo? We break down the highs, the lows, the riffs, and all the questionable choices as we wrap up our review of this Ozzy-era oddball.

Was Technical Ecstasy unfairly trashed, or does it deserve its reputation?

Spin the episode and let us know where you land!

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For Episode 204 of Rock Roulette, we’re heading back to 1976 as the wheel lands on Black Sabbath’s Technical Ecstasy!

The lineup is classic Sabbath, but the sound? Well… let’s just say the band was taking a few chances. Is this an underrated gem, a weird detour, or a little bit of both?

Time to spin the record and find out!

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Episode 204 - Black Sabbath - Technical Ecstasy - Part 1

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