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Ozzy Osbourne has opened up on his ongoing health issues, admitting that he still has trouble walking after his recent back surgery. Ozzy says he just can’t walk right. Back in September, he has some back surgery and things looked a bit bleak for the Prince of Darkness. And that puts a question about the upcoming tour. Osbourne released his latest studio album, Patient Number 9, earlier this year to critical acclaim. His 2023 European tour is scheduled to kick off on May 3.

Ozzy has had 3 major surgeries over the years. There should be no doubts about how Metal Ozzy is. The man has a ton of metal plates and screws in him. Back in 2019, the Black Sabbath singer suffered from pneumonia and bronchitis which had him hospitalized for weeks. 2018 a bad staph infection almost losing his right thumb. 2003 his ATV quad accident at home broke his neck, his collarbone, and six ribs. I remember Ozzy once said allegedly in an interview: ‘I overdosed on drugs many times so I am lucky to be here anyway. I’ve had so many brushes with death that I’m the Comeback Kid. If I was a cat I’d have 33 lives.’ So it looks like things will be on hold for a little while till Ozzy is ready to skydive again. Just kidding, just to be able to walk again. Let’s wish Ozzy all the best.

 

Ozzy Osbourne says he "just can't walk much now", unsure if 2023 tour will go ahead - NewsBreak

Ozzy Osbourne has opened up on his ongoing health issues, admitting that he still has trouble walking after his recent back surgery. Speaking to SiriusXM (as reported by Yahoo ), the Prince Of Darkness notes, "It is so fucking tough because, I mean, I want to be out there.

Ozzy Osbourne Fans React to Carrie Underwood's 'Mama, I'm Coming Home' Cover

Ozzy Osbourne has received the cover treatment by one of country music’s biggest stars: Carrie Underwood.

Underwood covered Osbourne’s ballad “Mama, I’m Coming Home” from his 1991 studio album No More Tears as part of her new Apple Music Session EP. Underwood said of the track, “It’s one of my all-time favorite songs. I’ve always thought it felt a lot like a country song, and I’ve wanted to cover it for a long time.” A preview clip of her cover/performance can be viewed below.

This cover is Underwood’s latest dip into the rock world. Earlier this month, she made a surprise appearance with Guns N' Roses during the band’s two-night stand at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in Tottenham, England. Rose would join Underwood during her set at Stagecoach in May.

Naturally, fans of the Prince of Darkness had plenty of opinions about Underwood’s cover ranging from love to hate. Below are some notable reactions.

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  • @MollyVegas

  • @MsJane1936

  • @CFH_333

  • @Stumpdoobiest

  • @20_Hank

  • @spikespeigel

  • @TheRealTubesox

  • @rickeverittuk

  • @mitchlafon

Born in Mt Clemens, Screamin has been a part of the Detroit airwaves for over 29 years with 26 at WRIF and 3 years as a morning show host at Z-Rock. When he’s not out on the streets, you can find him in his game room, where he collects jukeboxes and classic pinball machines. Screamin also devotes time doing local charities with his, "Screamin Angels"; and for 15 years with Rock 4 Tots charity. “CHIT” is his local cover band for 10 years all over the Motor City in local bars and has graced the main stage at local festivals like Arts, Beats & Eats warming up for national acts like Cheap Trick, Guess Who & even Salt & Peppa. Screamin’ is the lead singer and also plays cowbell & lead triangle

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