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A Final Farewell: Ozzy Osbourne laid to rest in emotional public funeral procession

A Final Farewell: Ozzy Osbourne laid to rest in emotional public funeral procession

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 30, 2025 | News, Video

Today, (30), the world collectively said goodbye to a legend. The public funeral procession for Ozzy Osbourne, the undisputed godfather of heavy metal, took place in his hometown of Birmingham, U.K., and it was everything he would have wanted: loud, heartfelt, and...
Ozzy Osbourne funeral procession set for Wednesday in Birmingham

Ozzy Osbourne funeral procession set for Wednesday in Birmingham

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 29, 2025 | News

Birmingham will bid farewell to the late icon Ozzy Osbourne, with a public funeral procession on Wednesday (30). The legendary Black Sabbath frontman, who passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the age of 76, will be honored with a cortège making its way down Broad...
ICYMI: Five Metallica Updates: Sphere rumors, Ozzy tribute, Beavis & Butt-Head cameo, Tomorrowland rescue & more

ICYMI: Five Metallica Updates: Sphere rumors, Ozzy tribute, Beavis & Butt-Head cameo, Tomorrowland rescue & more

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 28, 2025 | News, Tributes, Updates, Video

While Metal Insider has spent much of the past week mourning, processing, and reflecting on the loss of Ozzy Osbourne, we’ve also been curating our extensive Honoring Ozzy feature, a tribute collection featuring as many dedications as we could find (and we know there...
Six Ways the World Honored Ozzy Osbourne this weekend: Birmingham, Geezer, Malakian & more

Six Ways the World Honored Ozzy Osbourne this weekend: Birmingham, Geezer, Malakian & more

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 28, 2025 | News, Tributes, Video

Last week was a difficult one, and the grief continues to weigh heavily following the passing of Ozzy Osbourne on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Kelly Osbourne has been sharing heartfelt tributes via her Instagram Stories, offering a personal look at her bond with her...
Paramedics reportedly battled to save Ozzy Osbourne in final hours

Paramedics reportedly battled to save Ozzy Osbourne in final hours

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 24, 2025 | News

New details have reportedly emerged about the final moments of Ozzy Osbourne’s life. The 76-year-old metal icon and Black Sabbath frontman passed away on Tuesday (22), at his Buckinghamshire home, surrounded by family. According to reports from The Standard and Daily...
Tony Iommi reflects on Ozzy Osbourne’s death: “It just seemed unreal, surreal”

Tony Iommi reflects on Ozzy Osbourne’s death: “It just seemed unreal, surreal”

by Zenae Zukowski | Jul 24, 2025 | News, Video

In a recent interview with ITV News, Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi opened up about the death of his lifelong friend and bandmate, Ozzy Osbourne. The Prince of Darkness passed away on Tuesday (22) at 76, just weeks after Black Sabbath’s final performance at Back...
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After The Burial unveil new single “Hum From The Hollow”
After The Burial unveil new single “Hum From The Hollow”

Progressive metal outfit After The Burial have unveiled a visualizer for their new single, "Hum From The Hollow." The brutal track explores dark themes of psychological torment and internal decay. The single arrives ahead of their upcoming run supporting We Came As...

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Ozzy Osbourne to release new memoir ‘Last Rites’ in October
Ozzy Osbourne to release new memoir ‘Last Rites’ in October

Ozzy Osbourne will publish his final memoir, Last Rites, on October 7 via Grand Central Publishing. Described as raw, shocking, and darkly humorous, the book chronicles Osbourne’s health struggles over the past seven years. Ozzy also reflects on his life, from his...

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Deftones streaming new song “My Mind Is A Mountain;” new album arriving in August
Deftones streaming new song “My Mind Is A Mountain;” new album arriving in August

Deftones have announced their new album, Private Music, which is scheduled to arrive on August 22 via Reprise/Warner Records. To coincide with the announcement, the group has released the album's first single, "My Mind Is a Mountain." The band has also confirmed a...

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New & Noteworthy: August 13th & 6th, 2021 – …And I Return to New Releases

New & Noteworthy: August 13th & 6th, 2021 – …And I Return to New Releases

New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week features new releases from Slaughter to Prevail Lorna, and more, as well as a live (kinda) release from Sepultura! For last...

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New & Noteworthy: August 2nd, 2021 – Rise from the New Music

New & Noteworthy: August 2nd, 2021 – Rise from the New Music

New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week features new releases from Dee Snider and Seether, and a live album from The Ghost Inside! For last week's releases you...

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New & Noteworthy: July 23rd, 2021 – 9th & New Music

New & Noteworthy: July 23rd, 2021 – 9th & New Music

New & Noteworthy is a weekly column in which we highlight some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week is a bit of a slower one but features new releases from Yngwie Malmsteen, The Descendents and more! For last week's releases you...

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