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OZZY OSBOURNE 'Can't Walk' Anymore But His Voice Is 'As Good As It's Ever Been'

Sharon Osbourne has told The Sun that her husband Ozzy Osbourne is struggling to walk amid his battle with Parkinson's disease, but that his singing voice is "as good as ever". Sharon addressed Ozzy's health while discussing the legendary heavy metal singer's upcoming farewell concert called "Back T...

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BOB DAISLEY Is Fine With Not Being Invited To OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert: 'I Don't Think I'd Wanna Be A Part Of That Day'

In a new interview with Indie Power TV, veteran rock/metal bassist and songwriter Bob Daisley, who performed on — and wrote/co-wrote the lyrics/music for — a good portion of Ozzy's early solo catalog, addressed the fact that he wasn't invited to take part in Ozzy's final concert, which will take pla...

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LIVING COLOUR's DOUG WIMBISH: 'We're In The Process Of Making A New Record'

In a new interview with "The Plowzone" video show on RokuTV, LIVING COLOUR bassist Doug Wimbish was asked if he and his bandmates are working on fresh music. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We are. It's interesting because [when people ask], 'Are you in the studio writing some st...

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BLACK SABBATH Reunion Concert Will Be OZZY OSBOURNE's 'Full Stop': He 'Didn't Have A Chance To Say Goodbye To His Fans'

Sharon Osbourne spoke to BBC News and Reuters about BLACK SABBATH's upcoming reunion concert, which will take place on July 5 in the band's original hometown of Birmingham, United Kingdom. Ozzy and the rest of the original BLACK SABBATH lineup — guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drumme...

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Original BLACK SABBATH To Play Final Show In July, With METALLICA, SLAYER, PANTERA, Others Supporting

The original lineup of BLACK SABBATH — Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward — will play its final concert in July. Dubbed "Back To The Beginning", the charity show will be held at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom on July 5, with tickets on sale from 10 a.m. on February 14....

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Is Rock Truly Dead? TWISTED SISTER's JAY JAY FRENCH Weighs In

In a new interview with Sean P McKenna, host of "Rimshots With Sean" on Barstools And Bandtalk, TWISTED SISTER guitarist Jay Jay French spoke about how the perception that rock is dead often stems from a lack of visibility in mainstream charts. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  ...

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Watch: STEVEN TYLER Performs For First Time Since AEROSMITH's Retirement Announcement

AEROSMITH singer Steven Tyler performed six songs at his sixth annual "Jam For Janie" Grammys viewing party on Sunday, February 2 at the Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California. Tyler and EXTREME's Nuno Bettencourt opened with "More Than Words", joined by Mick Fleetwood, and went into "Dream On...

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BILLY CORGAN Debuts New Podcast 'The Magnificent Others'

Billy Corgan, the frontman of the two-time Grammy Award-winning iconic rock band THE SMASHING PUMPKINS, will launch his new podcast, "The Magnificent Others", on February 5 via Bill Maher's Club Random Studios. Watch the official trailer for the podcast's first installment and its high-powered slate...

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Legendary Extreme Metal Drummer NICK BARKER Opens Up About Health Challenges: 'I Really Miss Not Being Able To Travel Or Tour'

In a new interview with Earth House, legendary extreme metal drummer Nick Barker (LOCK UP, BRUJERIA, DIMMU BORGIR, CRADLE OF FILTH) opened up about some of his recent health challenges, including being hospitalized several times during 2022 and eventually being diagnosed with kidney failure. He said...

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SHARON OSBOURNE On OZZY's Birmingham City Council Honor: 'He Couldn't Be Happier Right Now'

Sharon Osbourne spoke to BBC Radio WM about the recent announcement that her husband, legendary heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne, along with the other three members of the original lineup of BLACK SABBATH are set to be given Freedom Of The City honor by Birmingham City Council. The honorary title of...

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THE WHO, SEX PISTOLS And More To Play 2025 'Teenage Cancer Trust' Gigs

Superstar TikToker and podcaster GK Barry can today be revealed as the face of Teenage Cancer Trust at the Royal Albert Hall 2025 — and will be performing along with a heavyweight bill including THE WHO; THE CORRS; James Arthur; Micky Flanagan; and Frank Carter, Paul Cook, Steve Jones and Glen Matlo...

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Watch: TROUBLE Returns To Live Stage With Chicago Concert

Doom metal legends TROUBLE returned to the live stage last night (Saturday, January 25) at the Cobra Lounge in their hometown of Chicago, Illinois. It marked TROUBLE's first live appearance in nearly a year and a half. Video of the Cobra Lounge concert can be found below. In a recent interview with...

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TROUBLE Has 'Eight To Ten Songs' In The Works For Long-Awaited New Album

In a new interview with Scott Davidson of Chicago's Rebel Radio 92.5 FM, TROUBLE singer Kyle Thomas spoke about the progress of the songwriting and recording sessions for the long-awaited follow-up to the band's 2013 album "The Distortion Field". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "So, on...

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AEROSMITH Members To Perform At STEVEN TYLER's 'Jam For Janie'

AEROSMITH members Steven Tyler, Joe Perry and Tom Hamilton will perform at the singer's sixth annual "Jam For Janie" Grammys viewing party. Also appearing at the philanthropic event on Sunday, February 2 at the Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California will be Billy Idol, Joan Jett, Linda Perry,...

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BILL GOULD On FAITH NO MORE's Current Status: 'Right Now We're In A Really Weird Spot, A Really Strange Spot'

In a new interview with Chile's Radio Futuro, FAITH NO MORE bassist Bill Gould was asked what is going on with the band at the moment. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don't know. I honestly don't know. And you don't have to believe me, but there's nothing… Right now we're in a...