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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ozzy Osbourne auditioned 50 guitarists, one played while eating a sword, and then came Randy Rhoads
Ozzy Osbourne faced challenges after his departure from Black Sabbath. He needed to form a new band. The search for a guitarist was bizarre. Many eccentric musicians auditioned. Randy Rhoads impressed Osbourne. Rhoads joined the band. They created influential metal albums. Rhoads tragically died in a plane crash. His death ended their partnership. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Eddie Van Halen clones on steroids Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The legendary pair that changed American music When Ozzy Osbourne was fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, he wasn't just out of a band but was suddenly in charge of building one from scratch. 'I was jet-lagged to the max, arguing with some idiot guitar player,' Osbourne later recalled. 'I just thought, 'What the hell am I doing here?''The rock legend, who died at age 76, shared the chaotic details of his post-Sabbath solo debut in a 1990 Guitar World interview that has resurfaced in recent tributes. Osbourne, newly solo and emotionally wrecked, began auditioning musicians for his new band. But the process became anything but screened more than 50 guitarists during the search. Many, he said, came in with bizarre gimmicks. One man played standing on his head. Another shredded guitar while eating a sword. Others insisted on changing keys or argued about basic instructions.'There were all these Eddie Van Halen clones on steroids,' Osbourne said. 'One guy even played like Eddie while eating a f***ing sword.'One auditioner even breakdanced while playing. 'Some of them looked like they should've been in a sideshow at the circus,' Osbourne joked. 'Besides being a great guitarist, you've got to look the part.'Just when he was ready to give up, he came across a soft-spoken, classically trained guitarist named Randy Rhoads . Osbourne wasn't convinced at first. 'He was so frail, tiny, and effeminate,' he said. 'I thought, 'Oh no, oh hell.''But when Rhoads plugged into a tiny amp and began playing, Osbourne, even in a drugged haze, was floored. 'Even in my semi-consciousness, he blew my mind,' he said. He hired Rhoads on the spot, though he had to be reminded the next day that it wasn't a decision proved monumental. Rhoads co-wrote and performed on Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman , two of the most influential metal albums of all time. Their partnership ended tragically when Rhoads died in a plane crash in 1982 at just 25.
Economic Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Ozzy Osbourne auditioned 50 guitarists, one played while eating a sword, and then came Randy Rhoads
Eddie Van Halen clones on steroids Live Events The legendary pair that changed American music (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel When Ozzy Osbourne was fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, he wasn't just out of a band but was suddenly in charge of building one from scratch. 'I was jet-lagged to the max, arguing with some idiot guitar player,' Osbourne later recalled. 'I just thought, 'What the hell am I doing here?''The rock legend, who died at age 76, shared the chaotic details of his post-Sabbath solo debut in a 1990 Guitar World interview that has resurfaced in recent tributes. Osbourne, newly solo and emotionally wrecked, began auditioning musicians for his new band. But the process became anything but screened more than 50 guitarists during the search. Many, he said, came in with bizarre gimmicks. One man played standing on his head. Another shredded guitar while eating a sword. Others insisted on changing keys or argued about basic instructions.'There were all these Eddie Van Halen clones on steroids,' Osbourne said. 'One guy even played like Eddie while eating a f***ing sword.'One auditioner even breakdanced while playing. 'Some of them looked like they should've been in a sideshow at the circus,' Osbourne joked. 'Besides being a great guitarist, you've got to look the part.'Just when he was ready to give up, he came across a soft-spoken, classically trained guitarist named Randy Rhoads . Osbourne wasn't convinced at first. 'He was so frail, tiny, and effeminate,' he said. 'I thought, 'Oh no, oh hell.''But when Rhoads plugged into a tiny amp and began playing, Osbourne, even in a drugged haze, was floored. 'Even in my semi-consciousness, he blew my mind,' he said. He hired Rhoads on the spot, though he had to be reminded the next day that it wasn't a decision proved monumental. Rhoads co-wrote and performed on Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman , two of the most influential metal albums of all time. Their partnership ended tragically when Rhoads died in a plane crash in 1982 at just 25.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Randy Rhoads played a defining role in turning Ozzy Osbourne into a superstar, check the American guitarist's profile
Ozzy Osbourne passed away at 76. Tributes acknowledge Randy Rhoads' impact on his solo career. Rhoads' talent revitalized Osbourne's music after Black Sabbath. Their collaboration produced iconic albums like Blizzard of Ozz. Rhoads died tragically young but his influence on metal guitar is immense. He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads With the passing away of Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76, tributes continue to pour in for the legendary "Prince of Darkness," not only for his iconic years with Black Sabbath but for the astonishing reinvention of his career as a solo artist. At the heart of that transformation was a pivotal figure whose own life was cut tragically short - guitar virtuoso Randy Rhoads Osbourne's resurgence as a solo force in the early 1980s, after being dismissed from Black Sabbath in 1979, is inextricably tied to his collaboration with Rhoads. The meeting of the two marked a watershed moment in heavy metal history. When a then-unknown Rhoads auditioned for Osbourne in Los Angeles, Ozzy later recalled he was so stunned by Rhoads' playing that he hired him on the spot. "This kid played like an angel and a maniac at the same time," Osbourne famously resulting partnership gave birth to Blizzard of Ozz (1980), an album that not only revitalized Osbourne's faltering career but also redefined modern metal. Rhoads' classically inspired techniques and innovative use of scales, tapping, and harmonic layering propelled tracks like ' Crazy Train ,' 'Mr. Crowley,' and 'Revelation (Mother Earth)' into heavy metal canon. "Crazy Train," in particular, remains one of the most iconic riffs in rock history and is widely cited by guitarists as a benchmark of musical Rhoads was an American guitarist born on December 6, 1956, in Santa Monica, California, known for co-founding the heavy metal band Quiet Riot . Before joining Ozzy Osbourne in 1979, he rapidly gained attention on the Los Angeles club circuit with Quiet Riot, distinguished by his signature polka-dot guitar and intense playing style. Despite his tragically short career, Rhoads remains celebrated for his technical innovation and lasting impact on metal than just a guitarist, Rhoads was a co-writer and creative force in the studio. According to longtime Osbourne collaborator and bassist Bob Daisley, Randy's enthusiasm and vision gave Ozzy a renewed purpose. 'He gave Ozzy confidence again. He brought brilliance and discipline to the music,' Daisley said in a 2020 interview with Guitar energy carried into their second album, Diary of a Madman (1981), which further showcased Rhoads' neoclassical influences on tracks like 'Flying High Again' and 'Over the Mountain.' Both albums were certified multi-platinum and contributed to what would later be termed the neoclassical metal subgenre, allowing Osbourne to transcend his Sabbath roots and build a solo brand that has lasted more than four Rhoads' shining career was cut devastatingly March 19, 1982, while on tour with Osbourne in Florida, Rhoads was killed in a plane crash at just 25 years old. The loss not only shattered the band, but it also deeply impacted Osbourne personally and professionally. 'When Randy died, a part of me died too,' Ozzy later said in his 2010 memoir I Am recording just two studio albums with Osbourne, Rhoads has remained a towering figure in rock and metal history. In 2021, he was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with the Musical Excellence Award — a long-awaited recognition of his artistic his induction speech, Osbourne reiterated just how crucial Randy had been to his life: 'Without Randy, there would be no Ozzy solo career. Full stop.'Rhoads' influence extended well beyond Ozzy's music. His style inspired generations of guitarists, from Zakk Wylde to Synyster Gates (Avenged Sevenfold), many of whom list Rhoads as a foundational influence. His blend of classical precision and metal aggression helped birth the neoclassical metal genre and changed the technical standards for heavy metal guitar permanently.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
‘Bock bock, you next': Man harassing peacocks tried to murder man who confronted him
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A man will spend more than seven years in prison after he was convicted of shooting a man who confronted him while he harassed a flock of peacocks in Southeast Portland. On Sept. 29, 2023, officials said Dylan Levi Rhoads was harassing peacocks across the street of the victim's home when the victim asked him to stop. New express routes will take Portland-area residents on day trips to the coast In response, Rhoads said, 'Bock, bock, bock, you next' and 'we can bang right now.' The man went back into his house and waited for Rhoads to drive away. 'When he thought it was clear, he went back out to his car to leave and made it a couple blocks to the next intersection and saw that they were waiting for him there,' according to the Multnomah County DA's office. 'The driver shot at the victim from the driver's seat of their vehicle.' Investigators said they found five shell casings in the street and multiple bullet strikes on the car. They said the bullets 'grazed' the victim, but he was not seriously injured. Officials said it was because 'he had installed a special, heavy duty seat in his vehicle which stopped one of the bullets from hitting him.' Possible thunderstorm across Portland metro Monday Rhoads pleaded guilty to second-degree attempted murder with a firearm and unlawful use of a weapon, but the Multnomah County DA's office said Rhoads also resolved eight cases against him. 'This defendant had a clear pattern of escalating, dangerous, criminal behavior. And yet he was repeatedly released after being arrested for his earlier crimes,' Deputy District Attorney Eric Palmer said. 'I believe the system failed here — failed both the victims and the defendant.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Kiwanis Park unveils new $68K zipline after fundraising success
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — The University Kiwanis Club has officially opened it's new zipline. A ribbon cutting was held on Thursday, April 24, to mark the opening of the $68,000, 66-foot zipline at the Kiwanis Park playground. Playground Committee Chair Mary Rhoads said this was made possible through countless grants over the past four years. The zipline cost nearly $70,000, with $16,000 coming from donations. Rhoads said the rest of the cost was covered by funds raised during the Kiwanis Club Pancake Festival, which speaks volumes about the people who make up the Wichita Falls community. 'I think it's because it's for the kids, and it's also for families. This is a place where people can come with their parents or grandparents. We have benches for people to sit, and they can enjoy the out of doors, and the kids can have an enormous amount of fun. I don't think there's another zip line this long in the city anywhere,' Rhoads said. Rhoads continued to say that they have plans to add even more to the park in the future, but they can't do it without community support. Click here to make a donation or learn how to join the University Kiwanis Club. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
