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VINNY APPICE On OZZY OSBOURNE: 'He Wasn't Known As The Greatest Rock Singer' But 'People Loved Him'

In a new interview with Buffalo, New York television station WIVB-TV, former BLACK SABBATH drummer Vinny Appice was asked what made Ozzy Osbourne such a legend. Vinny responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, he wasn't known as the greatest rock singer, but he is a great singer, and his...

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HATEBREED's Longtime Bassist CHRIS BEATTIE Sues Band Over Split, Accuses JAMEY JASTA Of Greed

According to Billboard and Law360, HATEBREED's founding bassist Chris Beattie has filed a lawsuit against the band, claiming he was the "driving force behind [HATEBREED's] sound and identity until his sudden and baseless expulsion" from the group last November. The complaint, which was filed at Conn...

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PAOLO GREGOLETTO Explains Why TRIVIUM Decided To Release New Three-Song EP Instead Of Focusing On Full-Length Album

Five years ago, Florida-based metallers TRIVIUM used profits generated from a livestreamed concert to purchase a decommissioned airplane hangar. The Orlando facility is now serving as the band's headquarters for both recording and rehearsing, in addition to being a place where TRIVIUM can store its...

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CINDERELLA's TOM KEIFER On OZZY OSBOURNE: 'He Was The King Of Heavy Music'

In a new interview with Shaggy of the 94.9 and 104.5 The Pick radio station in Idaho Falls, Idaho, CINDERELLA frontman Tom Keifer spoke about the recent passing of legendary BLACK SABBATH singer Ozzy Osbourne. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Man, I loved SABBATH growing up. And to me,...

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Watch: PRIMUS Performs Cover Of BLACK SABBATH's 'N.I.B.' In Honor Of OZZY OSBOURNE

PRIMUS paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne by performing a cover of the BLACK SABBATH classic "N.I.B." during the Les Claypool-fronted outfit's July 28 concert at Saenger Performing Arts Theater in New Orleans, Louisiana. Handling lead vocals for the track was Puddles Pity Party, the sad clown alter ego o...

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GENE SIMMONS Says OZZY OSBOURNE Was 'A Giant' Who Was Always Authentic

During a recent appearance on Piers Morgan Uncensored, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons reflected on the life and legacy of Ozzy Osbourne following the legendary BLACK SABBATH singer's death. After host Piers Morgan noted that the debut SABBATH album was a "revolutionary" record when it came out i...

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HELLOWEEN's MICHAEL KISKE Says Having Three Lead Singers In The Band 'Has Only Benefits'

In a new interview with Spain's Stairway To Rock, HELLOWEEN vocalist Michael Kiske once again spoke about how the German metallers have managed to pull off the seemingly impossible by uniting returning Kiske and guitarist/vocalist Kai Hansen with singer Andi Deris, guitarists Michael Weikath and Sas...

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Watch: MARIACHI RAMS Play OZZY OSBOURNE's 'Crazy Train'

Video of the Mariachi Rams playing an adaptation of the classic Ozzy Osbourne song "Crazy Train" can be seen below (courtesy of Manny Jamz). The NFL's first Mariachi group, the Mariachi Rams are a nine-member ensemble that's become a SoFi Stadium favorite and a cultural phenomenon. The Mariachi Rams...

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CHRIS VON ROHR Explains Why A New KROKUS Single Is Much More Likely Than A Full-Length Album

In a new interview with Marko Syrjala of Metal Rules, founding KROKUS bassist Chris Von Rohr asked about the possibility of fresh music from the legendary Swiss hard rock band. He responded: "Well, you know — that's the question. Who needs new music? A lot of bands release a new album, so they have...

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OZZY OSBOURNE's Classic Songs Land On Billboard Hot 100 Chart Following His Death

According to Billboard.com, two of Ozzy Osbourne's classic songs have made an appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the days following his July 22 death at the age of 76. Marking its first appearance on the chart, "Crazy Train" — Ozzy's first-ever solo single, released in 1980 from his debut...

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BRUCE DICKINSON Explains IRON MAIDEN's 'Polite Request' For Fans To Put Away Their Phones During Band's Concerts

In a new interview with Charlie Kendall of Charlie Kendall's Metalshop, IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson touched upon how the pervasive influence of social media has been increasingly linked to the amplification of narcissistic traits. He said: "Now we have the crazy thing where people are observi...

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DEF LEPPARD's JOE ELLIOTT On OZZY OSBOURNE: 'He Was A Great Guy And An Iconic Rock Artist'

In a new interview with Fox 13 Seattle's "Good Day Seattle", DEF LEPPARD singer Joe Elliott reflected on his friendship with Ozzy Osbourne who died last week at the age of 76. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, we toured with Ozzy in '81. He was touring the U.S. the whole summer of...

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CARMINE APPICE: How 'Jesus Saved Me'

In a recent interview with Pastor Caspar McCloud, legendary rock drummer Carmine Appice reflected on a near-death experience less than a decade ago which reinforced his faith in Jesus Christ and made him a "better person". He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "What brought me closer...

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BILL WARD Reflects On BLACK SABBATH's Final Performance: 'I Just Wanted To Say Thanks To Everybody'

Prior to last week's death of BLACK SABBATH singer Ozzy Osbourne, SABBATH drummer Bill Ward reflected on the band's final concert in an interview with Mike Stark of the LA Radio Sessions show, which airs Sundays at 10 a.m. (Pacific Time) on 99.1 KLBP-FM in Long Beach, California. Asked what determin...

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Rumor: METALLICA In Talks For Las Vegas Sphere Residency

According to Vital Vegas, METALLICA is "ready to ink a deal for a Sphere residency" in Las Vegas. The site, which bills itself as "your go-to source for news and opinions about all things Las Vegas," reports that the heavy metal giants "could play Sphere in the fall of 2026" after METALLICA's schedu...