Metal Guitarist Zakk Wylde to Perform Twice in One Night at San Francisco's Warfield

Metal guitarist Zakk Wylde will take the stage twice during a single concert at The Warfield in San Francisco on March 14, performing with both his band Black Label Society and his Black Sabbath tribute act Zakk Sabbath.

The unusual double billing allows Bay Area fans to experience two different sides of Wylde’s musical catalog in one evening, according to tour information. Black Label Society serves as the headliner, while Zakk Sabbath opens the show.

Black Label Society originally formed in Los Angeles in the late 1990s and has since released extensive metal music, according to the tour announcement. The band will likely perform classic material alongside songs from their upcoming 12th studio album “Engines of Demolition,” which releases at the end of March.

Zakk Sabbath represents Wylde’s tribute to the legendary metal band Black Sabbath. Wylde brings significant experience with Black Sabbath material to the tribute act, having spent years as the guitarist in Black Sabbath co-founder Ozzy Osbourne’s solo band, according to his musical history. Wylde also currently plays guitar for the metal band Pantera.

The evening features additional double duty from another Black Label Society member. Las Vegas rock act Dark Chapel will open the show, featuring guitarist-vocalist Dario Lorina, who also performs with Black Label Society, according to the lineup announcement.

The Warfield, located in San Francisco’s Mid-Market district, has hosted major rock and metal acts for decades. The venue’s intimate setting will provide fans with a close-up view of Wylde’s guitar work across both performances.

Wylde has established himself as one of the prominent guitarists in hard rock and metal circles through his work with multiple high-profile bands. His association with Ozzy Osbourne helped launch his career in the metal scene, while Black Label Society has allowed him to develop his own musical identity over more than two decades.

The “Engines of Demolition” album represents Black Label Society’s latest studio effort and marks their 12th full-length release. The timing of the tour coincides with the album’s release, suggesting fans may hear new material during the San Francisco performance.

Zakk Sabbath allows Wylde to pay homage to the pioneering metal band that influenced his musical development. Black Sabbath’s impact on heavy metal music makes the tribute act a natural fit for Wylde’s skill set and musical background.

The concert format of having an artist open for themselves remains relatively uncommon in the music industry. The arrangement gives fans extended exposure to Wylde’s guitar playing while showcasing different aspects of his musical range.

Dark Chapel’s inclusion on the bill adds another layer to the evening’s metal offerings. As a newer project, the band’s appearance at The Warfield provides exposure to San Francisco’s metal audience alongside the established acts.

The show begins at 7:30 p.m. on March 14. Tickets start at $40 and are available through axs.com, according to venue information.

San Francisco’s metal community has consistently supported touring acts at venues like The Warfield. The city’s music scene has embraced heavy metal since the genre’s early development, making it a natural stop for established metal musicians like Wylde.

The combination of new album material, classic Black Label Society songs, and Black Sabbath tributes creates a comprehensive showcase of Wylde’s musical career spanning multiple decades in the metal genre.