Black Sabbath reunite - without Ozzy

Rock legends Black Sabbath will reunite for a tour next year - without iconic frontman Ozzy Osbourne.

The three remaining members, who have formed the outfit Heaven and Hell, are joined by vocalist Ronnie Jones Dio - who played with the band in the 80s and 90s when Ozzy was ousted from the group.

A statement from Ozzy Osbourne said that the Sabbath members were "working on a project that has nothing to do with Black Sabbath" but that Ozzy wishes them "much success".

The statement also suggested that the band will reunite in 2007.