Sharon has revealed that Ozzy Osbourne is gearing up to “bid farewell” to his fans with a pair of ultimate performances in his original birthplace of Birmingham, England
As reported by the Mirror, the iconic vocalist’s spouse and manager shared insights into Ozzy Osbourne‘s stage return during her new “Cut The Crap” tour in London. The tour is scheduled to hit Birmingham this Wednesday and will then return to London the following weekend.
Sharon discussed the chances of Ozzy Osbourne performing live again, saying: “He won’t tour again, but we are planning on doing two more shows to say goodbye as he feels like ‘I have never said goodbye to my fans and I want to say goodbye properly’.” Seeming to suggest the venue could be Aston Villa’s stadium Villa Park, she added: “We will do it in Aston Villa where Ozzy is from.
“His voice is still absolutely perfect,” she continued. “And all the time he has been off, he still does his singing lessons, so his voice is perfect. And he can joke, yeah. He has all these melodies in his head. Even if you don’t like his music, you can’t not like Ozzy; he just draws you in.”
In the past four years, Ozzy Osbourne disclosed his diagnosis with Parkinson’s disease, an incurable neurodegenerative disorder that progresses slowly. Additionally, he faced challenges such as a severe fall and the displacement of metal rods implanted in his spine after a quad-bike incident in 2003.
Last September, Ozzy opened up about his series of operations in an interview with Metal Hammer as he shared his hopes of making “one more album” and a return to touring.
“I’ve had all the surgery now, thank God,” the 75-year-old said. “I’m feeling okay. It was just dragging on. I thought I’d be back on my feet months ago. I just couldn’t get used to this mode of living, constantly having something wrong. I can’t walk properly yet, but I’m not in any pain anymore and the surgery on my spine went great.”
Osbourne also discussed his plans for 2024, saying: “I’m getting myself fit. I’ve done two albums fairly recently [2020’s ‘Ordinary Man’ and 2022’s ‘Patient Number 9’], but I want to do one more album and then go back on the road.”
Last July, the BLACK SABBATH frontman had to pull out of the Power Trip festival due to persistent physical issues.
Despite various health setbacks, including contracting COVID-19 two years ago, Ozzy had to cancel numerous previously announced tours. However, expressing optimism about his condition, the musician maintained that he would make a return if his health improved.
Ozzy Osbourne‘s much-anticipated European tour alongside JUDAS PRIEST, initially slated for 2019 and rescheduled thrice, was officially called off in early February 2023.
Despite the health challenges, Ozzy Osbourne has graced the stage a few times in recent years, delivering memorable performances at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in August 2022 and the NFL halftime show during the season opener between the Los Angeles Rams and Buffalo Bills in September 2022.
Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic Prince of Darkness, catapulted into the spotlight as the enigmatic frontman of BLACK SABBATH, a band that defined the very essence of heavy metal. Born in Birmingham, England, in 1948, Osbourne‘s journey in music began with the formation of BLACK SABBATH in the late 1960s. The band’s eponymous debut album, released in 1970, marked the birth of a new era in rock, characterized by haunting riffs, foreboding lyrics, and Ozzy‘s distinctive, haunting vocals. SABBATH went on to release a series of groundbreaking albums, including “Paranoid,” “Master of Reality,” and “Sabbath Bloody Sabbath,” solidifying their place as pioneers of the genre.
Ozzy‘s influence transcends his role in BLACK SABBATH; his solo career has been equally impactful. Emerging from the shadows of Sabbath, he embarked on a solo journey in the 1980s, delivering iconic albums such as “Blizzard of Ozz” and “Diary of a Madman.” Ozzy‘s charismatic stage presence and unconventional antics, including the infamous bat-biting incident, added layers to his persona. His resilience through personal struggles, health challenges, and an ever-evolving music landscape attests to his enduring relevance. Today, Ozzy Osbourne remains a living legend, celebrated not only for his musical contributions but also for shaping the very fabric of heavy metal culture and influencing generations of artists who follow in his footsteps.