A Year without Ozzy Osbourne: All the Biggest Tributes, Covers and Controversies Since the Prince Of Darkness’ Death
Rolling Stone’s 2017 list includes Led Zeppelin IV and other classics that now stand as a tribute to the late Black Sabbath frontman.
- Following Ozzy Osbourne's death on July 22, 2025, his 2017 list of ten favorite heavy metal albums offers a final glimpse into the influences that shaped the 'Prince Of Darkness' throughout his legendary career.
- As a co-founder of Black Sabbath, Osbourne played a pivotal role in creating heavy metal throughout the 1970s; the band's four members blended distinct styles to create unmatched headbanging anthems.
- Osbourne praised Judas Priest's British Steel as a 'classic that will definitely stand the test of time,' and included Led Zeppelin's Led Zeppelin IV as one of his 'all-time favourites.'
- Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery continues hosting the 'Working Class Hero' exhibit until September 27, 2026, recently adding the throne Osbourne used during his final 'Back To The Beginning' concert.
- In March, Sharon confirmed that Ozzfest will 'definitely' return in 2027 to honor her late husband, with the festival having previously launched careers for Slipknot and System Of A Down.
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Ozzy Osbourne died today a year ago, at the age of 76, after fighting various health problems. The comrades of the revered leader of Black Sabbath reflected on his legacy on the anniversary of his death. The surviving members of the band — drummer Bill Ward, bassist Geezer Butler and guitarist Tony Iommi — shared their memories separately. Ward turned to Twitter, where he wrote: “Every day there is persistent silence. We miss you so much. With r…
Ozzy Osbourne’s Health: His Parkinson’s Disease, a Vertebral Tumor & More Before Death
The singer has been a household name for decades, but in the years before his death, Ozzy made headlines for his Parkinson's Disease and more. Learn more about Ozzy Osbourne's health here.
Milan, 22 Jul. (Adnkronos) - Like Ozzy nobody ever. "As long as there are guys who will need to vent their anger, heavy metal will survive," he said. "A phrase that today sounds truer than ever. One year after the disappearance of Ozzy Osbourne, the 'Prince of Darkness' continues to live where it has always been louder: in music and in the genre that has changed the history of rock and in millions of fans who still raise the volume to hear it cl…
On the first anniversary of the death of the "Prince of Darkness" we remember his taste for Fab Four music, how he marked it since his adolescence and even his recordings of the band's songs. He also met Paul McCartney and even encouraged him to make a list of his favorite songs.
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