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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 — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:02:31 +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 — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:02:59 +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 — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:21:18 +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 and Sharon Osbourne Rumored To Have Split

Loudwire Staff — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:06:33 +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 Says New Black Sabbath Album is 'Mindblowing'

Nick DeRiso — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 13:10:46 +0000

Ozzy Osbourne is hailing the forthcoming Black Sabbath reunion project as a return to form for the band, which hadn't produced a studio effort with him since 1978.

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 — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 20:22:55 +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.

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Sell California Home for $11.5 Million

Chad Childers — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:04:45 +0000

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne have sold their Hidden Hills, Calif., estate for a cool $11.5 million. There had been some concern about whether or not the mansion would sell after an accidental fire started at the property back in January.

Ozzy Osbourne Would Love To Work With Adele

Dave Lifton — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:25:36 +0000

Could the Prince of F—ing Darkness be working with reigning Queen of Pop? It could happen if Ozzy Osbourne gets his wish. In a new interview, he expressed his desire to record a duet with Adele. Speaking to Australia’s Rip It Up, Osbourne heaped praise upon the British singing star, and said that a collaboration [...]

Onetime Judas Priest, Ozzy Osbourne + Scorpions Band Members to Tour Russia as Rockstar

Chad Childers — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:15:34 +0000

As members of some of rock's biggest acts, they've lived the "rockstar" lifestyle. Now this hard-hitting collective of rockers, who count stints with Judas Priest, Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, the Scorpions and Guns N' Roses on their resumes, will go under the moniker Rockstar for their upcoming tour of Russia.

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.

Pope Francis I Elected: Rockers React

Chad Childers — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:03:10 +0000

After weeks of continuous media scrutiny, there is now a new pope as Buenos Aires Cardinal Jorge Bergogolio has taken the title, going under the moniker Pope Francis I. The news was revealed Wednesday as white smoke emerged from the Vatican, signifying that a new pope had been chosen. Not long after, Pope Francis I [...]

Ozzy Osbourne's Daughter Kelly Osbourne Hospitalized After Apparent Seizure

Chad Childers — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 12:00:05 +0000

Kelly Osbourne, daughter of Black Sabbath legend Ozzy Osbourne, suffered a medical scare Thursday afternoon (March 7) when she had a seizure during a taping of her E! show ‘Fashion Police.’ TMZ reports that Kelly was sitting next to fill-in panel member Melissa Rivers in front of a studio audience when she leaned over to tell Rivers she [...]

Ozzy Osbourne Fans Rally for Black Sabbath Singer's Knighthood

Chad Childers — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 19:34:29 +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.

Remember the Alamo-31 Years Ago Ozzy Osbourne Arrested for Peeing in Public

Adam West — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 19:11:08 +0000

Let's see: you're a rock star, stumbling around an unfamiliar city while wearing your girlfriend/manager's dress. You feel the call of nature and, not knowing where the nearest gas station or hotel is, relieving yourself on a nearby statue seems like a good idea in your drunken state. But in the middle of the afternoon, with all sorts of people around, it's a good way to get yourself in trouble, and that's what happened to Ozzy Osbourne in San Antonio, Texas on Feb. 19, 1982.

Ozzy Osbourne Injured in House Fire

Dave Lifton — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 12:39:58 +0000

A fire at Ozzy Osbourne's Beverly Hills house early this morning (Jan. 17) caused him to require medical treatment. His wife and manager Sharon told the story on her show, 'The Talk,' while also revealing that he had an undisclosed procedure performed on his hand on Wednesday. Neither Sharon, nor their dogs, who were also in the house at the time, were injured.

Ozzy Osbourne's Wife Sharon Blasts Lady Gaga for Wearing Meat

Billy Dukes — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 12:10:48 +0000

Today's "Awww… snap" moment of the day goes to Ozzy Osbourne's wife Sharon, who typed a scorching response to Lady Gaga's open letter to daughter Kelly Osbourne recently. The Osbourne Matron is fighting back against the pop-singer and her 32 million "monsters" on Twitter, who have been harassing the E! channel hostess, even going as far as death threats.

Ozzy Osbourne Celebrates New Year With New Granddaughter Pearl

Billy Dukes — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 01:00:17 +0000

Jack Osbourne's first child spent time with two colorful characters over the holidays. After meeting Santa Claus for the first time, Pearl hung out with grandpa Ozzy Osbourne on New Year's Day. Jack Osbourne shared this picture with his followers on Twitter, writing, "Pearl making her granddad laugh!"

Sharon Osbourne Says $250K DNA Screening Saved Her Life

Dave Swanson — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 12:58:02 +0000

Over the last fifteen years or so, the lives of Sharon and Ozzy Osbournehave pretty much been open books for all to gawk at. Now Sharon is opening the book to show how DNA testing saved her life. “It was hugely expensive –- $250,000,” she told Howard Stern, “The scientists wanted to see how Ozzy [...]