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It's impossible to narrow down Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath's most important and influential songs to just 15, but these are a good point of entry. Why are Black Sabbath coming back? Black Sabbath retired following an extensive farewell tour from 2016 to 2017. The shows featured three of the band’s four founding members – singer Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi and bassist Geezer Butler – but not original drummer Bill Ward, who pulled out of the band several years earlier due to a contract dispute. Last year, Osbourne said on his John Michael " Ozzy " Osbourne (3 December 1948 – 22 July 2025) was an English singer, songwriter, and media personality. He rose to prominence during the 1970s as the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath, during which period he adopted the nickname " Prince of Darkness ". [5] Osbourne became a founding member of Black Sabbath in 1968, providing lead vocals from their A ballad previously released by Black Sabbath in 1974, Ozzy reimagined the track with his daughter, Kelly Osbourne, in 2003. The lyrics were changed to be reflective of a father and daughter Black Sabbath Members Pay Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne: ‘Goodbye Dear Friend’ Earlier this month, Black Sabbath reunited for what would become their final performance with Osbourne. Osbourne was fired from Black Sabbath in 1979 and replaced by former Rainbow vocalist Ronnie James Dio, who recorded three albums with the band, Heaven and Hell (1980), Mob Rules (1981), and their first authorised live album Live Evil (1983), the last two featuring drummer Vinny Appice replacing Ward. A Definitive End for Sabbath In a recent issue of Classic Rock, Ozzy explained that the upcoming concert at Villa Park in Birmingham on July 5, 2025, will not only close his own performance career but also mark the end of Black Sabbath as a live band. “ It’s very important,” Ozzy said about the show. “ The original Sabbath will never be on stage together again. From the late 60s, we The first five Black Sabbath albums and Ozzy’s first two solo efforts are masterpieces as timeless and essential as any in rock history. OZZY Osbourne died "surrounded by family" at home with his wife Sharon and their children by his side, a source has revealed. His death, aged 76, comes just weeks after the Black Sabbath star took to the stage one final time with his band mates at Villa Park in Birmingham. Each performer covered at least one Sabbath or Osbourne solo song alongside their originals, and, in several all-star interludes, teamed up to interpret additional classics. The discography of Ozzy Osbourne, an English heavy metal singer, consists of 13 studio albums, five live albums, seven compilation albums, five extended plays (EPs), 65 singles, nine video albums and 41 music videos. After being fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, Osbourne started his solo career with a band consisting of guitarist Randy Rhoads, bassist Bob Daisley and drummer Lee Kerslake. [1 The heavy metal world is mourning the death of its most iconic voice, as legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne passed away on the morning of July 22, 2025, at the age of 76. His death Ozzy Osbourne Albums in Order: Ozzy Osbourne, famously known as the “Prince of Darkness,” has cemented his place as a heavy metal icon with a solo career that rivals his legendary tenure with Black Sabbath. After being fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, Osbourne embarked on a solo journey that began with the groundbreaking Blizzard of Ozz in 1980, an album that introduced his distinct sound Ozzy Osbourne reveled in being on stage a final time during his final Black Sabbath concert, just weeks before his death. Emotional moment Ozzy celebrated with daughter Kelly after she got engaged at last concert days before death Osbourne family’s full touching statement as they mourn rock icon Ozzy ‘with more sadness than mere words can convey’ Ozzy Osbourne's final photo as Black Sabbath star snapped beamed in gig The discography of Black Sabbath, an English heavy metal band, includes 19 studio albums, eight live albums, 13 compilation albums, nine video albums, three extended plays and 37 singles. The band was formed in 1968 by John "Ozzy" Osbourne (vocals), Tony Iommi (guitars), Terence "Geezer" Butler (bass guitar), and Bill Ward (drums). The band has undergone multiple lineup changes. [1] Though the Icons of Metal come together to celebrate Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Performance July 5th at Villa Park. All Profits From The Show Will Be SHARED EQUALLY BETWEEN Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital and Acorn Children’s Hospice. Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath are officially preparing to say goodbye — but not before one final, thunderous roar. The iconic heavy metal pioneers have announced their ultimate album, slated for release in 2026. Titled The End Begins, the record marks a historic farewell to a band that defined generations of rock and rebellion. Fans worldwide are bracing themselves for what promises to be Ozzy Osbourne may have helped bring Black Sabbath to the top of the musical world, but he thought this album was the last time they were great. OZZY Osbourne joined Black Sabbath on stage for a poignant final show just weeks before his death aged 76. The rock legend arrived on stage at Villa Park in Birmingham, dressed in his trademark bla
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