The recent passing of superstar Ozzy Osbourne has put a spotlight on his hometown of Birmingham, England. The city has a rich musical history — it was the starting point for Black Sabbath and the launching pad for multiple artists and bands. So much so that Ozzy’s hometown is known as the home of heavy metal, while other projects like The Streets and UB40 were also formed in the music-heavy city.

Let’s highlight the region that gave us The Prince of Darkness, Judas Priest, The English Beat, Electric Light Orchestra, and more by crafting a playlist full of artists who got their start in Birmingham.

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists or bands that got their start in Birmingham, England, would you like to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Black Sabbath- The Wizard
Broadcast- Goodbye Girls
The Spencer Davis Group- - I'm a Man
Duran Duran- Girls on Film
Editors- Girls on Film
Electric Light Orchestra- Livin' Thing
The English Beat- Rankin Full Stop
Judas Priest- Livin' After Midnight