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CDJ Today: May 29 in Classic Rock
May 29, 1983 – Kiss play their last concert in their traditional makeup, but 13 years later they slap it on again when they reunite. May 29, 2009 – Ozzy Osbourne files a lawsuit against Tony Iommi, his Black Sabbath bandmate. Osbourne claims that Iommi illegally took sole ownership of the Black Sabbath name, and … Continue reading CDJ Today: May 29 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: May 18 in Classic Rock
May 18, 1980 – Peter Criss leaves Kiss for the first of three times. He is replaced by drummer Eric Carr. May 18, 2004 – New Jersey’s Country Cow Creamery gets permission from Ozzy and his wife Sharon to create flavors in their name. Ozzy’s is called Carnivorous Carrot Cake – cinnamon spice ice cream with carrot cake dipped in hazelnut liqueur, and Sharon’s is Death … Continue reading CDJ Today: May 18 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: May 16 in Classic Rock
May 16, 1984 – Ozzy Osbourne is arrested in Memphis, Tennessee for being “staggering drunk,” according to police. He was released from jail five hours later, and continued on with his tour in support of Bark at the Moon. May 16, 1965 – The Rolling Stones barely escape the parking lot after their show at Civic Hall in Long Beach, California, when their limo is besieged by … Continue reading CDJ Today: May 16 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: May 3 in Classic Rock
May 3, 2004 – The U.S. Supreme Court rejects an appeal by bassist Robert Daisley and drummer Lee Kerslake who claim they are owed royalties from Ozzy Osbourne. They believe they are entitled to money from the albums Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman. “Their music is literally everywhere,” their lawyer tells justices in a filing. May 3, 1968 – Jimi … Continue reading CDJ Today: May 3 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: April 28 in Classic Rock
April 28, 2014 – Scorpions drummer James Kottak is sentenced to one month in a Dubai jail for being intoxicated and drinking without a license, flipping off passengers on his flight from Russia, and allegedly exposing himself. He is also convicted of insulting Islam. Kottak spent time in prison, forcing the Scorpions to find a fill-in … Continue reading CDJ Today: April 28 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: January 11 in Classic Rock
January 11, 1985 – The first Rock in Rio festival kicks off in Rio de Janeiro. The 10-day festival features Queen, AC/DC, Yes, Iron Maiden, Ozzy Osbourne, The Scorpions and Whitesnake. About 1.4 million people attend the shows. January 11, 2004 – Ted Nugent needs 40 stitches in his leg after a chainsaw accident occurs while filming his reality TV show, Surviving Nugent: The Ted … Continue reading CDJ Today: January 11 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: December 3 in Classic Rock
December 3, 1979 – Eleven fans are trampled to death at a Who concert at the Riverfront Coliseum in Cincinnati. Another 26 fans are injured. At 7:05, after the Who had finished their sound check, a paltry 5 of the Coliseum’s 134 doors were opened, because only nine ticket takers had been hired. The Coliseum said enlisting ushers would be … Continue reading CDJ Today: December 3 in Classic Rock
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Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Return to Reality TV with new BBC Series
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne are returning to reality television with a new series titled Home to Roost. The show, which documents the couple’s relocation back to the U.K., will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in 2023. “The series will follow the Osbournes as they celebrate one of their most important years yet,” reads … Continue reading Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Return to Reality TV with new BBC Series
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Ozzy Osbourne Releases New Song feat. Zakk Wylde: Listen Now
Ozzy Osbourne has released another new song this week. Titled “Nothing Feels Right”, the single features longtime Ozzy guitarist Zakk Wylde. It is the latest track to be released in advance of Osbourne’s forthcoming album Patient Number 9 due out this Friday, September 9. You can hear “Nothing Feels Right” in the player below. Zakk … Continue reading Ozzy Osbourne Releases New Song feat. Zakk Wylde: Listen Now
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Ozzy Osbourne Releases New Single “Degradation Rules” Featuring Tony Iommi – Listen
Ozzy Osbourne has released a new single from his forthcoming album, Patient Number 9. The new song, titled “Degradation Rules” features Ozzy’s Black Sabbath bandmate Tony Iommi on guitar. Listen to the song in the player below. “It was really great working with Tony,” Ozzy said in a statement. “He’s the riff master. No one … Continue reading Ozzy Osbourne Releases New Single “Degradation Rules” Featuring Tony Iommi – Listen
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Ozzy Osbourne Details New Album, Releases First Single Feat Jeff Beck
Ozzy Osbourne will release his new solo album on September 9th. The Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer shared the details of Patient Number 9 this week and released a music video for the album’s first single and title track. You can watch and listen to the new song in the player … Continue reading Ozzy Osbourne Details New Album, Releases First Single Feat Jeff Beck
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Ozzy Osbourne Recuperating at Home Following Spinal Surgery
Ozzy Osbourne is recuperating at home following major surgery to re-align pins implanted in his neck and back. The 73-year-old rocker provided an update to fans on on his official website a few days after the spinal operation took place. “I am now home from the hospital recuperating comfortably,” reads the statement. “I am definitely … Continue reading Ozzy Osbourne Recuperating at Home Following Spinal Surgery