OZZY OSBOURNE · Ordinary Man | BLACK LP

Black vinyl LP in standard 12" sleeve.

Background information about 'Ordinary Man'

Ozzy Osbourne's twelfth solo studio album "Ordinary Man" marks a triumphant return for the Prince of Darkness after a decade-long hiatus from recording. This deeply personal collection showcases a more vulnerable side of the metal icon while maintaining the powerful essence that made him a legend. The album features stellar collaborations with Elton John on the title track and Post Malone on "It's A Raid", demonstrating Ozzy's ability to bridge generations and genres. Producer Andrew Watt brings a fresh yet respectful approach to Ozzy's sound, backed by an incredible rhythm section featuring Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) on drums and Duff McKagan (Guns N' Roses) on bass.

The album explores themes of mortality, love, and redemption with tracks like "Straight to Hell" and "Under the Graveyard" delivering classic Ozzy darkness, while songs like "All My Life" reveal his softer, more introspective side. The orchestral arrangements add cinematic depth to several tracks, creating an epic soundscape that perfectly complements Ozzy's still-powerful vocals. Despite dealing with health challenges during its creation, Osbourne delivers one of his most emotionally resonant works, proving that age hasn't diminished his artistic fire.

For fans of: Black Sabbath, Alice Cooper, Rob Zombie, and Dio

Track listing

A1. Straight to Hell
A2. All My Life
A3. Goodbye
A4. Ordinary Man
A5. Under the Graveyard
B6. Eat Me
B7. Today Is The End
B8. Scary Little Green Men
B9. Holy For Tonight
B10. It's A Raid

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