WWE's Smackdown on a Cleaner Image Oct 13, 2009
(AP) Bob Barker, Shaquille O'Neal, Ozzy Osbourne, Al Sharpton and Cedric the Entertainer aren't who you'd expect to see when turning on World Wrestling Entertainment programming. OK, maybe Ozzy. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Ozzy's graveyard theft Oct 12, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne stole flowers from a cemetery. The Black Sabbath rocker left wife Sharon furious when he presented her with the bouquet only for her to notice there was a card attached reading "In loving memory of Mary". (iAfrica.com)
Madonna gets animated at the Grammys - but it's U2's night Oct 9, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne lived for decades in a drunken or drugged haze. Now, 60 and sober, he has written his memoirs about his Black Sabbath days. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Oct 5, 2009
Rocker Ozzy Osbourne has revealed he was once told by doctors he could be HIV positive before a second test for the disease came back negative ... Rocker Ozzy Osbourne has revealed he was once told by doctors he could be HIV positive before a second test for the disease came back negative. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
'Super Thursday' Oct 2, 2009
Some of the big names tipped for the top this year include comedian Peter Kay, DJ Chris Evans, TV's Ant and Dec, veteran rocker Ozzy Osbourne and Winnie-The-Pooh. Already, the bookies are offering odds on likely rivals for the number one slot. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Ozzy regrets Osbournes TV series Oct 2, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne says his family's MTV reality show was an "experiment that went wildly out of control". The Osbournes, which ran from 2002 to 2005, showed the often chaotic domestic life of the star, his wife Sharon and children Jack and Kelly. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Dancing With the Stars Season 9 Sea... Sep 22, 2009
Kelly Osbourne, singer and daughter of Ozzy Osbourne. 10. (Suite101.com)
Osbourne to receive legend award Sep 19, 2009
Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne will be honoured with the Legend of Live award at this year's Billboard Touring Awards in the US.. The rocker, who has sold more than 100 million albums worldwide, is being recognised for his "significant and lasting contributions to live music". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Living legend award for Iggy Pop Sep 16, 2009
Previous recipients include Ozzy Osbourne, Jimmy Page and Alice Cooper. Car insurance. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Nirvana Members, Courtney Love Not Happy With Kurt Cobain 'G Sep 12, 2009
Previous "Guitar Hero" editions have featured the likenesses of Jimi Hendrix, Billy Corgan, Ted Nugent, Sting, Ozzy Osbourne, Travis Barker and members of Aerosmith. FOX NEWS VIDEOS. (Fox News)
A test of their metal Sep 11, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne claims to have already watched it seven times, while actors as diverse as Dustin Hoffman and Tilda Swinton have raved to Gervasi. French filmmaker Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) told him it was his favourite film of 2009 and Keanu Reeves was proudly photographed with Reiner and Kudlow. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Brevard Live Music Awards honor fans' favorites Sep 11, 2009
Clarke describes Chapman as a humorous entertainer comparable to Ozzy Osbourne, but more eloquent than Ozzy. "This guy cracks you up within five minutes," she said. (Florida Today)
Osbourne blames DNA Sep 10, 2009
The singer whose father, rocker Ozzy Osbourne, has had a long-running battle with drugs and alcohol believes her dependence on prescription drugs is something hardwired into her genes. Kelly who is now drug free told Britain's BBC Radio 5 Live: "I don't have any shadow of a doubt that addiction is a disease. It is in your genes. The only people in my family who don't have that gene are my mother and my sister Amy. I consider myself lucky that I saw both sides of it. Drugs stop you from... (iAfrica.com)
City of West Hollywood Declares Thursday, September 10, 2009 Ozzy Osbourne Day Sep 10, 2009
Rock Legend Ozzy Osbourne to be Honored at the Sunset Strip Music Festival ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--The City of West Hollywood will honor the amazing musical legacy of rock superstar Ozzy Osbourne by declaring Thursday, September 10, 2009, Ozzy Osbourne Day in West Hollywood ... That night, the Sunset Strip Music Festival will kick off with a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne at the House of Blues, 8430 Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Joe Francis goes somewhat wild again Aug 26, 2009
" Porn Mogul Joe Francis Goes Wild Again in Deposition Soft porn mogul Joe Francis' disruptive antics in a deposition described by a judge as a waste of time and money almost resulted in plaintiffs winning a default judgment against him in a lawsuit that alleges he sexually exploited minors. Joe Francis After Francis was sentenced in 2007 to 35 days in jail for yelling obscenities during a mediation in an earlier case, his attorney at the time said he had changed from someone who was... (Harper's Magazine)
Reality TV Made the Radio Star? Aug 25, 2009
The daughter of rocker Ozzy Osbourne, Kelly became a celebrity in her own right when MTV chronicled the antics of her dysfunctional family in The Osbournes. Kelly was portrayed as a potty-mouthed anti-thesis of the then-popular wholesome teenage female singers, and this image was continued on her 2002 debut album Shut Up. (Suite101.com)
BlizzCon 09: Ozzy Osbourne Interview Aug 24, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne: Hey, it's been great, man ... Ozzy Osbourne: To be honest with you, I didn't know what to expect ... Ozzy Osbourne: To be honest with you, I don't. (IGN PC Games)
Card catalog? For class of '13, times are changin' Aug 22, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne has always been coming back. 43. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Screaming At My TV (In a Good Way!) Aug 20, 2009
To top things off the event will end with a live concert by Ozzy Osbourne. DirecTV will offer the event is standard definition and high definition formats. (Multichannel News)
New celebrities ready for 'Dancing With The Stars' Aug 19, 2009
Kelly Osbourne: A singer, actress and media personality whose father is rock icon Ozzy Osbourne. Donny Osmond: Singer, musician, actor, TV host, bestselling author. (Fresno Bee)
BlizzCon® 2009 Gaming Convention Begins This Week Aug 19, 2009
The show will close on Saturday evening with an epic concert featuring the Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy Osbourne. In addition, Blizzard Entertainments own Warcraft-themed metal band Level 80 Elite Tauren Chieftain will be performing, and Jay Mohr has returned to act as the master of ceremonies for the community contests taking place on Friday. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tom DeLay one of 16 new 'Dancing with the Stars' celebrities Aug 18, 2009
" One of the Macy's Stars of Dance performances will be the hugely popular "Design-a-Dance," where fans have the chance to select their favorite professional dancers, dance styles and wardrobe at www.abc.com. In addition, couples will once again take part in a team formation dance, and a variety of new elements will be incorporated into routines involving all couples.Four new dance styles -- the Bolero, the Charleston, the Two Step and the Lambada -- are also going to be introduced. The middle... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
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IGN: Ozzy Osbourne to Rock BlizzCon 2009 ... Ozzy Osbourne to Rock BlizzCon 2009 ... One of the most influential rock musicians of all time, Ozzy Osbourne rose to prominence as the lead vocalist for Black Sabbath before embarking on a multi-platinum solo career. (IGN PS2)
Double Fine and EA Announce Super-Charged Soundtrack for Brütal Legend Aug 11, 2009
Double Fine and EA Announce Super-Charged Soundtrack for Br. "market" : {"NAME" : "U.S.", "ID" : "us_market", "TZ" : "ET", "TZOFFSET" : "-14400", "open" : "1249997424", "close" : "1250020824", "flags" : {}} , "STREAMER_SERVER" : "http://streamerapi.finance.yahoo.com","arrowAsChangeSign" : false,"throttleInterval": "1000". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Brutal Legend' Soundtrack Revealed Aug 11, 2009
" Some of the artists whose songs are featured in the game include: ? Anthrax ? Black Sabbath ? Def Leppard ? DragonForce ? Judas Priest ? Marilyn Manson ? Megadeth ? Mtley Cr?e ? Motrhead ? Ozzy Osbourne ? Rob Zombie ? Tenacious D (Jack Black's band) Apart from providing musical accompaniment, a handful of artists also provide voice work in the game. Lemmy of Motrhead, Rob Halford of Judas Priest and Ozzy Osbourne of Black Sabbath will appear throughout the game, playing a wide variety of... (VHI.com -- Music News)
How many out of 666? Aug 10, 2009
With Ozzy Osbourne waiting for the next reality television offer to land on his ottoman, the musical members of Black Sabbath are back on the road with their early '80s singer Ronnie James Dio as - for legal reasons - Heaven The reconstituted outfit has got a new release, "The Devil You Know," that's getting unanimously mixed reviews ... It includes a song called "Stonehenge" (cue light bulb over Spinal Tap's head) and a thinly veiled dig at Sharon Osbourne in "Digital Bitch." Oddly enough, at... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
State College loses long-running rock radio station Aug 4, 2009
1, transformed into WRSC 1390 on Sunday night at 12:06 a.m. The station's last song was "Not Going Away" by Ozzy Osbourne. Immediately after the song ended, talk radio began playing. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Incredible Headliners Slated for Spotlight 29 Casino's Fall Concert Series Aug 2, 2009
November 21: Monsters Classic Rock featuring Chris Slade (from AC/DC), Mario Cipollina (from Huey Lewis), Greg Douglass (from Steve Miller Band), Terry Ilous (from XYZ, Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath and others), Sam McCaslin; $15, on sale August 1. December 5: Temptations Review with Dennis Edwards & Scherrie Payne & Lynda Laurence, formerly of The Supremes; $50 $40 $30, on sale September 1. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Studies: Women getting prettier Jul 29, 2009
9:46 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2009. Evolution produces more 'beautiful' women. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Portland is for walkers, and eaters, and sailors... Jul 22, 2009
Legend has it that the pool closed after Ozzy Osbourne trashed it. The Top of the East Lounge, with sweeping views of the bay and the Portland skyline, is the place to watch the sunset. (Boston Globe)
* [ MUSIC ] Rock like the wind Jul 11, 2009
2007 Come Out and Play by The Offspring 2006 Are You Gonna Be My Girl by The Jets 2005 Medley by Daft Punk 2004 Eruption by Van Halen and Hot for Teacher by Van Halen 2003 Play With Me by Extreme 2002 Fell in Love with a Girl by The White Stripes 2001 Song 2 by Blur 2000 Cross Hope by Deuteronomium 1999 Let There Be Rock by AC/DC COMPULSORY SONGS: 2007 I Dont Wanna Stop by Ozzy Osbourne 2006 Whos Your Daddy by Lordi 2005 American Idiot by Green Day 2004 Walk Idiot Walk by The Hives 2003 Get... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
How to Write Songs? Jul 7, 2009
Crazy Train by Ozzy Osbourne. Intro - Verse 1 - Chorus - Verse 2 - Chorus - Bridge - Solo - Intro - verse 3 - Chorus - Outro. (Suite101.com)
IT'S CELEB FAME AND MISFORTUNE Jul 7, 2009
We thinking Ozzy Osbourne. Christian Slater -- drunk driving, punching a lady, kicking a cop, packing a gun -- a cocktail of troubles. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Letter to the Editor: Big Ticket noise bothers some Jun 26, 2009
" (http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hearing-loss/DS00172, 6-24-09)."Chronic exposure" is not a 3-day event. Chronic means you live with it day after day. I, myself, have experienced the acute and loud concert sounds of Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath, Def Leppard and others with no after-affects. The volume of the music goes down with every step away from the stage.As for the residents, I'm sure they were aware of the proximity to the fairgrounds were their potential new homes. Fairgrounds come... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
On behalf of parents everywhere: thank you, Internet! Jun 24, 2009
"I'm telling you, we've got another Black Sabbath in the making down here," he says proudly, as if Ozzy Osbourne would be a good thing to have in the basement. Txt. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
no First Amendment defense in Woody Allen v. American Apparel Jun 18, 2009
He had alleged that American Apparel's billboard advertising campaign featuring a still photo of him dressed as a Hasidic Jew from the film Annie Hall" was a blatant misappropriation of his image. Neither side said much at the time about why they had settled the case, but U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Griesa's rulings at a pretrial hearing May 11 - in which he said American Apparel's liability was "very clear" -- provide much of the missing context.American Apparel's defense against... (Harper's Magazine)
MUSIC + FUN = MINUS 3 Band's members have good time while keeping their day jobs Jun 16, 2009
They say their musical influences include Pink Floyd, Dire Straits, 311, Sublime, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bob Marley, Iron Maiden and Ozzy Osbourne. Their favorite cover tunes to play are songs from the Eagles, Los Lonely Boys, ZZ Top and Beastie Boys. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Making sweet music is kids play for prodigies Jun 16, 2009
Guitar prodigy Yuto Miyazawa channels Randy Rhoads while playing Ozzy Osbournes I Dont Know ... Right now, Yuto says his goals are to keep improving, to play someday with Ozzy Osbourne, and to have a Yuto model guitar. (MSNBC -- Music)
Bands catching rhythm of music videogames Jun 5, 2009
The game features the voices of actor Jack Black and rock legends such as former Black Sabbath front man Ozzy Osbourne. Microsoft, Konami, and Disney Interactive Studios are each showing off karaoke-themed videogames. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Rock band VanScott grateful to Detroit Red Wings for boost as they prepare to launch debut album Thief of Time. Jun 3, 2009
"I would put this record up against any new release coming out today because I feel the songs are that strong," says Baron, who has worked with the likes of Motley Crue, Ozzy Osbourne and Bryan Adams and toured with Johnny Cash. "These guys ARE what's new; They ARE the news.". (PR Newswire)
EA Live Blog Jun 2, 2009
(2:58:23 PM): Ozzy Osbourne is in Brutal Legend. Lita Ford, Benny Killmeister in the game. (IGN PS2)
Strange early jobs of 23 famous people May 31, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne worked in a slaughterhouse; Rod Stewart worked as gravedigger ... Before rising to prominence with Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne worked in a slaughterhouse. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Ozzy sues former bandmate May 31, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne has accused former Black Sabbath bandmate Tony Iommi in a New York City court of taking over the group's name and costing him royalties from merchandise sales. Osbourne issued a statement imploring him to "do the right thing". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Sabbath Suit May 31, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne Sues Ex-Guitarist Over Black Sabbath Name ... NEW YORK Ozzy Osbourne has accused former Black Sabbath band mate Tony Iommi of taking over the heavy metal titans' name and costing him royalties from merchandise sales. (Fox News)
Ozzy sues Black Sabbath bandmate May 31, 2009
Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne is suing the band's guitarist Tony Iommi over royalty payments. The 60-year-old has accused Iommi of falsely claiming to have sole rights to the band's name which has cost him royalties from merchandise sales. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Ozzy sues ex-mate over Sabbath name May 31, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne sues in NYC over Black Sabbath name ... NEW YORK Ozzy Osbourne has accused former Black Sabbath band mate Tony Iommi of taking over the heavy metal titans' name and costing him royalties from merchandise sales ... FILE - This Sept. 25, 2007 file photo shows Ozzy Osbourne as he arrives at the Elton John AIDS Foundation's sixth annual benefit 'An Enduring Vision' at The Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ozzy Osbourne sues over Black Sabbath name May 30, 2009
Evan Agostini / APOzzy Osbourne has accused former Black Sabbath bandmate Tony Iommi of taking over the heavy metal titans' name and costing him royalties from merchandise sales ... NEW YORK - Ozzy Osbourne has accused former Black Sabbath band mate Tony Iommi of taking over the heavy metal titans' name and costing him royalties from merchandise sales. (MSNBC -- News)
Most obnoxious on-air? May 28, 2009
Who is Atlanta's most obnoxious radio personality. See all of the current nominations on the home page. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
American Crooner to Perform in Russia May 11, 2009
His debut album will feature a duet with Kelly Osbourne, daughter of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, and of the 14 songs to be featured on the CD, Evans wrote 8 of them. One song was written by Ahmet Zappa, son of rock legend Frank Zappa. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Smash Hits Full Track Re... May 6, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne - "Bark At The Moon". Pantera - "Cowboys From Hell (Live)". (IGN PS2)
From the HIP May 4, 2009
The devil you used to know was Ozzy Osbourne, supplanted by Ronnie James Dio in this vestige of Black Sabbath, a quartet that lumbers from one theatrical dirge to the next with too much heavy and not enough metal. "The Devil" has its devilish moments, but a higher quotient of Tony Iommi's psychotic riffing would have been a welcome counterweight to the oppressive doom and sonic sludge. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Guitar Hero Smash Hits S... May 2, 2009
Guitar Hero Pantera - "Cowboys From Hell (Live)" Franz Ferdinand - "Take Me Out" Queens Of The Stone Age - "No One Knows" Joan Jett lackhearts - "I Love Rock N' Roll" Boston - "More Than A Feeling" White Zombie - "Thunder Kiss '65" Blue yster Cult - "Godzilla" Helmet - "Unsung (Live)" Queen - "Killer Queen" Incubus - "Stellar" Ozzy Osbourne - "Bark At The Moon" Deep Purple - "Smoke On The Water" The Donnas - "Take It Off" The Exies - "Hey You". Guitar Hero II Avenged Sevenfold - "Beast And The... (IGN PS2)
Music Review: Sabbath at its best (again) with Dio Apr 29, 2009
This may be blasphemous, but Black Sabbath has always been a better band with Ronnie James Dio at the microphone instead of Ozzy Osbourne. And this being Black Sabbath, blasphemy has always been cool. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Young Zildjians learn family business in Norwell Apr 28, 2009
Craigie Zildjian recalled a recent visit by Ozzy Osbourne, who took a tour of the factory floor. Although he refused to wear safety glasses, she said, he enjoyed hanging out in the manufacturing areas and shook hands with every worker. (Boston Globe)
Smash Hits Track Reveal Apr 17, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne - "Bark At The Moon". Deep Purple - "Smoke On The Water". (IGN PS2)
Jacko auction canned Apr 15, 2009
Julien, in turn, has recently overseen auctions of other celebrity memorabilia including possessions of Bob Hope and Ozzy Osbourne. "We continue to have great respect for Michael Jackson. ...I guess you could call it the greatest auction that never happened," Julien said. (iAfrica.com)
Activision Empowers Fans to Reveal Guitar Hero(R) Smash Hits Set List Apr 10, 2009
"Bark At The Moon" - Ozzy Osbourne. Guitar Hero II. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Album Review: Strung Out Apr 6, 2009
"Bark At the Moon" was originally an Ozzy Osbourne song, covered for the Punk Goes Metal compilation. "Season of the Witch" was previously released on the Fearless Flush Sampler. (Suite101.com)
Judge denies effort to halt Jackson auction Apr 4, 2009
Some recent celebrity sales have included items once belonging to Ozzy Osbourne, Bob Hope and rare behind-the-scenes footage of Marilyn Monroe and Clark Gable on the set of the film The Misfits. . (MSNBC -- News)
Q&A: More 'Brutal' details from designer Tim Schafer Apr 3, 2009
A: The hard part is confirming exact bands, but I can say my favorite bands growing up have always been some of the great classic acts like Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. Some of those, and bands like that I've had the chance to meet through this game. (USA Today -- Tech)
Ozzy, Re [bleepin'] loaded Apr 1, 2009
Ozzy Osbourne soaks up the limelight again in his family's new variety show, Andrew Ryan writes ... Osbournes: Reloaded (Tuesday, Fox at 9) catches up with heavy-metal rocker Ozzy Osbourne and his infamous brood in a peculiar network experiment that features elements of variety and game shows, sketch comedy and hidden-camera series. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
T.I. gets a year and a day in prison Mar 28, 2009
TV star Sharon Osbourne, wife of rocker Ozzy Osbourne. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Hilton to host opening for Chandler hotel Mar 26, 2009
Murphy has cooked for Madonna, the Police, Aerosmith and Ozzy Osbourne. The hotel is expected to provide more than $200,000 a year in taxes to Chandler, said James Smith, an economic-development specialist. (AZCentral -- Business)
Jessica book sales fall short Mar 12, 2009
New York Business News - New York Finance News - Stock Market - Wall Street - Money - NY Daily News. Find the latest news, reviews t analysis in\n. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)
Faith No More Return at Last Mar 8, 2009
Drummer Mike Bordin has collaborated numerously for Ozzy Osbourne and joined with Alice in Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell for solo album Degredation Trip. Keyboardist Roddy Bottum, has also stayed active, working with side band Imperial Teen, as well as scoring music for a number of films, TV shows and advertisements. (Suite101.com)
