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ZAKK WYLDE On OZZY OSBOURNE's Passing: 'He Willed Himself To Hang In There Long Enough To Knock That Final Show Out'
In a new interview with Waste Some Time With Jason Green, Zakk Wylde, who became Ozzy Osbourne's guitarist in 1987 after sending the singer a demo tape, reflected on the recent passing of the legendary BLACK SABBATH frontman. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET: "It was so crazy, 'cause when...August 11, 2025
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GLENN HUGHES: 'There Is No Such Thing As The Music Industry Anymore'
In a new interview with Poland's Brudne Brzmienie, legendary DEEP PURPLE and BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION bassist/vocalist Glenn Hughes spoke about how the music industry has changed in the five and a half decades since he launched his career. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "There is no su...August 11, 2025
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MOTHER LOVE BONE's 'Shine' EP And Classic Debut 'Apple' To Be Reissued In September
UMe celebrates the legacy of one of the most quietly influential bands in history, MOTHER LOVE BONE, by reissuing the Seattle, Washington group's "Shine" EP and seminal full-length debut "Apple" on September 26. This reissue is a testament to the enduring impact of MOTHER LOVE BONE's music and a mus...August 11, 2025
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BUSH's GAVIN ROSSDALE Says New Album 'I Beat Loneliness' Is 'Very Confessional'
In a new interview with the JJO Discover New Music Podcast, BUSH frontman Gavin Rossdale spoke about the title of the band's tenth studio album, "I Beat Loneliness", which came out on July 18 via earMUSIC. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Yeah, it's just a really powerful phrase that w...August 11, 2025
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Watch: SNOT Performs Cover Of BLACK SABBATH's 'Children Of The Grave' In Honor Of OZZY OSBOURNE
SNOT played a cover of BLACK SABBATH's "Children Of The Grave" as a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne during the reactivated Santa Barbara, California metal/punk rock hybrid's August 10 concert at The 1865 in Southampton, England. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below. On July 22, the day Ozz...August 11, 2025
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MIKE PORTNOY On OZZY OSBOURNE's Passing: 'The Impact Has Been Huge. This Is As Big As JOHN LENNON'
During an August 6 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy spoke about the recent passing of legendary BLACK SABBATH singer Ozzy Osbourne. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "The impact has been huge. I don't know if I've felt a loss l...August 11, 2025
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EPICA's SIMONE SIMONS On Her Introduction To Symphonic Metal: 'I Thought It Was Magical'
In a new interview with Brazil's Gustavo Maiato, EPICA singer Simone Simons was asked if she was "already a fan" of the symphonic metal genre before the making of the band's debut album, 2003's "The Phantom Agony". She responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Yes. Yeah, I was. Before I knew...August 10, 2025
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JOE PERRY On Possibility Of Another AEROSMITH Concert: 'At Some Point We Will All Be Together On The Same Stage'
In a recent interview with WZLX's Kenny Young, Joe Perry once again spoke about the possibility of AEROSMITH playing one final concert, a year after the legendary rockers announced that they were officially retiring from touring due to singer Steven Tyler's vocal injury. AEROSMITH made the announcem...August 10, 2025
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See HD Video Of DEF LEPPARD's Concert In Lincoln, California
The Rholedz channel on YouTube has uploaded HD video of DEF LEPPARD's August 9 performance at The Venue at Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, California. Check out the clips below. According to Setlist.fm, DEF LEPPARD's setlist was as follows: 01. Rock! Rock! (Till You Drop) 02. Rocket 03. Let...August 10, 2025
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Watch: VENOM Performs BLACK SABBATH Medley In Honor Of OZZY OSBOURNE
VENOM paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne by playing a medley of BLACK SABBATH's "Children Of The Grave" and "Symptom Of The Universe" on Saturday, August 9 at the Hellsinki Metal Festival at Nordis in Helsinki, Finland. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below. A few years ago, VENOM frontma...August 10, 2025
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MIKE PORTNOY On His Return To DREAM THEATER: 'I'm So Thankful That It's Come Back Full Circle'
During an August 6 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy spoke about what it has been like for him to be touring with the band once again after a 13-year absence. The progressive metal legends played their first concert with Portnoy in 14 years...August 9, 2025
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CREED's SCOTT STAPP Pays Tribute To OZZY OSBOURNE: 'He Meant The World To Rock And Roll And Metal'
During an appearance on The Scuba Steve Show, CREED frontman Scott Stapp spoke about legendary BLACK SABBATH singer Ozzy Osbourne who died late last month at the age of 76. Scott said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): He meant the world to rock and roll and metal. CREED definitely has huge meta...August 9, 2025
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BEHEMOTH's NERGAL Is Putting Finishing Touches On Fourth ME AND THAT MAN Album
BEHEMOTH mastermind Adam "Nergal" Darski has confirmed to Bloodstock TV's Oran O'Beirne that he is working on the fourth album from his dark folk/blues/Americana influenced solo project ME AND THAT MAN. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's almost done… We are like deep into the record...August 9, 2025
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Watch: TRIVIUM Joined By MACHINE HEAD's ROBB FLYNN For BLACK SABBATH Cover In Honor Of OZZY OSBOURNE
TRIVIUM was joined by MACHINE HEAD's Robb Flynn for a performance of the BLACK SABBATH classic "Symptom Of The Universe" in honor of SABBATH singer Ozzy Osbourne during the Florida metallers' headlining performance Friday night (August 8) at the Bloodstock Open Air festival at Catton Park, Walton-on...August 9, 2025
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DAVID ELLEFSON On OZZY OSBOURNE's Death: 'There Hasn't Been A Significant Event Like This Since Passing Of QUEEN ELIZABETH'
In a new interview with The Logan Show, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke about legendary BLACK SABBATH singer Ozzy Osbourne who died late last month at the age of 76. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "He certainly defied the odds, from the lifestyle that he had led earlier...August 8, 2025














