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Ozzy Osbourne on Fallout with Bill Ward: 'He Couldn't Remember What the F— We Were Doing'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:29:20 +0000

Last year, original Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward took his exit from the band's reunion plans. Ward had cited an "unsatisfactory contract" as the reason for his departure, but in a new interview, Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne says Ward was unable to meet the physical and mental demands that come with performing a full set behind the kit.

Sharon Osbourne 'Devastated' by Ozzy Osbourne's Recent Drug + Alcohol Abuse

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:02:31 +0000

Amidst the excitement revolving around Black Sabbath's upcoming album '13,' the personal life of Ozzy Osbourne has made its way into the headlines. In a recent Facebook statement, the Black Sabbath singer admitted a relapse into drug and alcohol abuse after reports had surfaced that Ozzy and his wife Sharon were on the verge of divorce. Having remained silent for some time, Sharon Osbourne recently addressed the two very public situations on her television program 'The Talk.'

Ozzy Osbourne Discusses the Inspiration Behind Black Sabbath's New Single 'God Is Dead?'

Chad Childers — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:26:59 +0000

Audiences are just getting familiar with 'God Is Dead?,' the epic track that was just released by Black Sabbath as the first single off their highly anticipated '13' album. Ozzy Osbourne took time out from Australia, where the band is preparing to tour, to call in to Zane Lowe's BBC show to speak about the group's album and he also dished about where the inspiration for the new single came from.

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi Thankful for Ozzy Osbourne's Support During Lymphoma Treatment

Chad Childers — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 19:21:18 +0000

Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has a lot to be thankful for as he continues his recovery from lymphoma cancer and he says the support of his bandmates, in particular Ozzy Osbourne, has been so welcome.

Ozzy Osbourne Reveals Drug and Alcohol Relapse, Apologizes to Family, Friends + Fans

Spencer Kaufman — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 02:48:28 +0000

In a surprising Facebook message posted tonight (April 15), heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne has admitted to "drinking and taking drugs" over the past 18 months. The revelation comes after rumors earlier today that he has split with his wife Sharon.

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Rumored To Have Split

Loudwire Staff — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:06:33 +0000

A U.K. tabloid suggesting Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne have split up is getting more traction, with outlets such as TMZ and others suggesting the news is indeed true. According to the New York Daily News, Sharon has moved into a new Beverly Hills property without Ozzy, while both of them have been photographed without their [...]

Ozzy Osbourne on Black Sabbath's New Album '13′: 'It's Better Than My Wildest Dreams'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:56:35 +0000

Black Sabbath's upcoming album, '13,' is perhaps the most anticipated metal disc since Bruce Dickinson and Adrian Smith returned to Iron Maiden in 1999, entering the studio to create 'Brave New World.' Expectations for the new Sabbath release are understandably massive, and, in a new interview, singer Ozzy Osbourne calls the album "mind-blowing" and "better than my wildest dreams."

Ozzy Osbourne Offers Update on Black Sabbath Bandmate Tony Iommi's Health

Chad Childers — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:22:55 +0000

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath are getting ready for their return to the road in New Zealand and Australia this spring, followed by an expected North American trek in the summer. The band is making their first extended tour run since guitarist Tony Iommi was diagnosed with lymphoma and underwent chemotherapy last year, and Osbourne says his Sabbath bandmate is doing quite well.

Rob Zombie Reminisces About Smoking Crack With Ozzy Osbourne and Rick James

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:41:34 +0000

Rob Zombie is set to have a monster year in 2013. The multi-talented artist will be releasing his latest film, 'The Lords of Salem,' on April 19, with the soundtrack for the movie dropping on April 16. Additionally, Zombie's fifth solo album, 'Venomous Rat Regeneration Vendor,' will become available on April 23, and amidst all the excitement, Zombie recently decided to tell a fascinating story about smoking crack with heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne and late R&B star Rick James.

Ozzy Osbourne Fans Rally for Black Sabbath Singer's Knighthood

Chad Childers — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 17:34:29 +0000

He may be the "Prince of Darkness," but if his fans have their way, Ozzy Osbourne may actually be saluted by real royalty. The Birmingham Mail reports that an Australian woman has launched an online petition in an attempt to get Ozzy Osbourne nominated for knighthood.