JOURNAL ARTICLE

The prince of dark melody.

  • Published In: Stereophile, 2025, v. 48, n. 10. P. 179 1 of 3

  • Database: Music Index with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: METTLER, MIKE 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the profound influence of The Beatles on John Michael Osbourne, known as Ozzy Osbourne, the cofounding lead singer of Black Sabbath and a successful solo artist. Osbourne, who passed away on July 22, 2025, expressed deep admiration for The Beatles, crediting them with shaping his musical style and providing him with a sense of identity during his youth in Birmingham, England. The piece highlights the importance of melody in Osbourne's work, both with Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, emphasizing how their music combined heavy riffs with tuneful lyrics. It also notes the lasting impact of Black Sabbath's sound on subsequent generations of musicians. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Stereophile. 2025/10, Vol. 48, Issue 10, p179
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Music
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0585-2544
  • Accession Number:188703097
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