Ozzy Osbourne, a famous rock star, is getting ready for a special show with his band Black Sabbath. It’s happening on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, and it might be their very last performance ever. Ozzy will sing while sitting on a throne—a fancy chair—and some people even say it might fly! They’re calling this big event “Back to the Beginning.”
Ozzy’s Big Comeback
Ozzy is 76 years old and has been sick a lot lately. His back and neck hurt, and he has a disease called Parkinson’s, which makes moving hard. Sometimes he uses a wheelchair, but he’s not giving up. He really wants to be part of this show. His friend and guitar player, Zakk Wylde, said Ozzy might make a fun entrance, maybe flying over the crowd and splashing water everywhere!
Zakk also said that even though Ozzy can’t move as much, his singing voice is still amazing. When Zakk heard Ozzy sing “Mama, I’m Coming Home” while sitting in a chair, it sounded just as good as ever. They hope this show will make Ozzy happy and maybe even lead to more concerts later.
A Huge Night for Music Fans
This isn’t just about Ozzy and Black Sabbath. Other super popular bands like Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax will play too. There will also be Pantera, Lamb of God, Mastodon, Alice in Chains, Halestorm, and Gojira, who won a big music award. It’s going to be a giant party for people who love loud, exciting music!
Ozzy’s Special Moment
Ozzy won’t sing all the Black Sabbath songs this time. He told everyone on his radio show, Ozzy Speaks, that he’ll just do a few parts with the band. He said, “I’m not doing a whole show with them, but I’ll join in for some bits.” He’s still working on feeling better and getting stronger. “I don’t jump out of bed anymore—I have to take it slow—but I’m not done yet. I’m still doing what I love.”
Why This Matters
For fans, this concert is a big deal. It’s like saying goodbye to Black Sabbath, a band that’s been around for a long time. Seeing Ozzy on stage, even sitting down, will make people happy and maybe a little sad too. It’s a chance to cheer for him and remember all the great music he’s made. This show proves that even when things get tough, Ozzy keeps rocking!
