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that members of Black Sabbath almost killed their drummer Bill Ward, by painting him in gold paint and lacquer when he passed out after a night of drinking.

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Fun Fact: that members of Black Sabbath almost killed their drummer Bill Ward, by painting him in gold paint and lacquer when he passed out after a night of drinking.

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