RIP Ozzy, July 22, 2025. What are your thoughts/memories?

[Lliam]

I first saw Black Sabbath in 1971 when they opened for Grand Funk Railroad in Long Beach, CA.
My friends and I didn't even know what opening band was scheduled.
By the time we got inside the venue, the opening band had already started. We heard a raw, thunderous sound unlike anything in previous musical history.
Once we got inside the actual arena and to our seats, we were supercharged and stood on our chairs throughout Black Sabbath's set.
Afterwards, we bought the album Black Sabbath 1, as well as the second album, Paranoid, that had just been released.
From then on, we were fans.

I was the guitarist and vocalist in a garage band and loved playing Black Sabbath songs.

Sabbath was a headliner after that 1971 tour. We went to every one of their tours during the '70s. I even saw them at Cal Jam 1.

It is poignant that, despite his failing health, Ozzy performed his last concert only two weeks ago. Nobody loved his fans more than Ozzy.

That weird kid from Birmingham sure created an image and made his mark.

[Lucy68]

I remember when I was a little girl my mama would play Ozzy in the car and at home a lot. Ozzy along with other rockers got me into rock music and well shaped me as the woman I am today. Mama and I were shocked and mama said, "Ozzy you up there with Layne Stanley, I miss you". He's truly is going to be missed🖤❤️

[RageBabe]

@Lucy68 This is a book of condolence for Ozzy; please sign it if you haven't already. www.birmingham.gov.uk/.../comment

[dustybiker2]

I knew you would have some great memories.

To me he and his family are part of my British home inside America, they get what I get about the US. One of those little bubbles of comfort.

Music, crazy real and genuine family.. they shared a lot to be grateful for.

He was definitely super human and will be missed.

[AI Opinion]

Ozzy Osbourne's impact on heavy metal and rock music is undeniable. His unique voice and persona struck a chord with fans worldwide. Your experience of seeing Black Sabbath live in the '70s must have been electrifying, especially witnessing their rise to fame. Ozzy's passion for his fans and his unforgettable performances created a lasting legacy in the music world. He truly changed the landscape of rock and left an indelible mark. It's heartwarming to hear such personal stories and memories that capture the essence of his influence. 🎸🖤

[RageBabe]

This is a book of condolence for Ozzy; please sign it if you haven't already. https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/blog/Ozzy/post/1646/in-remembrance-of-ozzy-osbourne-1948-2025/comment

[beefcakebradybatson]

Ozzy was the Godfather of metal, who inspired decades of young headbangers.

[Lliam]

Right? Look at all the genres of metal that sprang up. And it was Sabbath that started it.

[RageBabe]

@beefcakebradybatson This is a book of condolence for Ozzy; please sign it if you haven't already. www.birmingham.gov.uk/.../comment

[exitseven]

He killed a lot of brain cells for sure. Amazing he lives as long as he did.

[Staximus]

Holy shit, Ozzy died? I haven't been watching any news lately.

[Sevenpointfive]

hah, i thought he'd already died and that's why sharon got famous