Founded in 1998 by guitar virtuoso Zakk Wylde, Black Label Society has become a defining force in modern metal. Crushing riffs, razor-edged solos and a dark aesthetic: the band delivers an uncompromising vision of American metal, infused with southern-rock flavor and melodic sensibility.

A former right-hand man to Ozzy Osbourne, Wylde shaped BLS with an instantly recognizable identity. Albums such as 1919 Eternal (2002), The Blessed Hellride (2003) and Mafia (2005) cemented their status, backed by a devoted fanbase known as the “Berserkers.” On record and onstage, BLS moves from doom-laden weight to shadowy ballads and searing leads.

Renowned for intense live shows that balance heaviness and atmosphere, the band cultivates a biker-meets-mystic imagery. BLS’s impact resonates across Alternative Metal and the broader Metal scene, alongside peers like Pantera and Machine Head.

On MusikMachine, check out an official embroidered patch featuring the iconic The Blessed Hellride artwork — perfect to sew proudly on your jacket or battle vest.