The Converse Black Sabbath Collection Has Album Art from Metal's Pioneers
Rahul Kalvapalle — July 22, 2014 — Fashion
The Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Black Sabbath collection of shoes will allow wearers to embrace the dark side by sporting album artwork from two of Black Sabbath's classic records, 'Never Say Die' and 'Sabbath Bloody Sabbath', as well as iconic photos from live performances. The collection represents the third such collaboration between the shoe makers and the headbanging idols.
Converse's Black Sabbath collection consists of three pairs. The Never Say Die hi-top features the logo and cover art from the last Sabbath album featuring the original lineup.
The Sabbath Bloody Sabbath shoe sports a canvas upper printed with cover art from one of the band's most iconic records.
Finally, the Black Sabbath Live shoe features a black-and-white photo of Ozzy Osbourne flashing a peace sign while the band jams in the background.
Converse's Black Sabbath collection consists of three pairs. The Never Say Die hi-top features the logo and cover art from the last Sabbath album featuring the original lineup.
The Sabbath Bloody Sabbath shoe sports a canvas upper printed with cover art from one of the band's most iconic records.
Finally, the Black Sabbath Live shoe features a black-and-white photo of Ozzy Osbourne flashing a peace sign while the band jams in the background.
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