The Back to the Beginning charity concert and auction is set for July 5, 2025, and Indian Motorcycle is contributing by donating a custom Sport Chief RT for auction. The show will be a historic event for rock music fans as Ozzy Osbourne joins the original Black Sabbath members on stage for the first time in 20 years.
The show will be held at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, the hometown of Black Sabbath. Ozzy Osbourne will perform a solo set before joining his former bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. Other musical acts in the lineup include Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira, Halestorm, Alive In Chains, Lamb of God, Anthrax, and Mastodon.
All profits from the event will go to three charities: Cure Parkingson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorn Children’s Hospice.
“Motorcycles and music, particularly rock and metal, have always had a profound bond due to their shared ideals of power, freedom, and legacy,” said Indian Motorcycle Vice President Aaron Jax. “Black Sabbath’s contribution to music is extraordinary, and we are privileged to be part of such a significant musical event while aiding vital charities. We extend our gratitude to Krazy Horse, Gibson, and all participants and supporters for their contributions to these worthwhile causes.”
The Indian Sport Chief to be auctioned will be customized by Krazy Horse with design elements and imagery inspired by Ozzy and Sabbath. In conjunction with the motorcycle’s customization, Gibson has donated an SG Standard guitar, which Krazy Horse will paint in the same custom paint scheme as the Sport Chief. Backstage at the show, the Sport Chief will be signed by the musical performers.
“Receiving an invitation to craft a custom motorcycle for a band as iconic as Black Sabbath is an extraordinary opportunity,” stated Paul Beamish, the founder and managing director of Krazy Horse. “We are proud to honor Black Sabbath’s enduring influence and contribute to the causes they champion. We eagerly anticipate unveiling the completed motorcycle, having it autographed by renowned artists, and presenting a truly unique auction item.”
Additionally, Indian will have a selection of motorcycles backstage to provide a special experience for the performers, VIP guests, and industry legends.
Fans can place their bids now at the auction’s website, and more information about the Sport Chief RT can be found at Indian’s website.
