Tony Iommi Awarded Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) at Windsor Castle
Tony Iommi getting his MBE is the kind of thing that reminds you heavy metal has genuinely shaped British culture, whether the establishment wanted to admit it or not. A Birmingham lad who basically invented the sound that would define generations getting honoured at Windsor Castle is pretty special, and it's a nice moment for anyone who's ever been told their music taste was too loud or too aggressive. For Cledvibes Radio listeners, this is a win for everyone who's ever believed metal deserved proper recognition beyond the passionate fanbase that already knows its worth.
From Consequence: The heavy metal godfather received the prestigious honor on Wednesday. Tony Iommi Awarded Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) at Windsor Castle Spencer Kaufman