Music Metal Band that canceled shows in mourning for the death of Ozzy Osbourne

The death of Ozzy Osbourne Last Tuesday, 22, it had a great impact on the music world. A metal band even canceled some of their shows – and postponing others – due to the loss.

This is the current celebration of Pantherwhich has the classic members Phil Anselmo (voice) and Rex Brown (low) next to Zakk Wylde (guitar) and Charlie Beante (battery). The second pair occupies the vacancies of the late Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul, respectively.

The official statement does not bring the specificity below, but it is evident that Wylde’s presence in the group led to the decision to postpone the commitments. The guitarist spent most of his career working with Osbourne: he joined the singer’s band in 1987 and left in 1992; He returned in 2001 until he left the place in 2009, with his definitive return in 2017. Amid his first hiatus, he was still present in 1995 for album recording only Ozzmosis and in 1998 to make a tour.

The affected shows would take place in the United States. See below the itinerary changes:

• Delayed: July 28 – Saratoga Springs, NY (New Date: September 9)
• Canceled: July 29 – Gilford, NH
• POSTED: July 31 – HOLMDEL, NJ (new date: September 8)
• Canceled: September 8 – Birmingham, AL
• Canceled: September 10 – Virginia Beach, VA

Thus, the return to the stage will take place on August 2, Saturday, at the Xinity Center, in Mansfield. It is worth remembering that the celebration of the Pantera normally held the shows of last week, one of them on the own day and the death of Ozzy was reported. The group performed last Tuesday, 22; Wednesday, 23; Friday, 25; and Saturday, 26.

In a statement, the band states:

“Ozzy was not just a legend that shaped the base of heavy metal and inspired the panther from the beginning – he was from the family. A mentor, a brother, and a constant presence on our lives, inside and out of stage. The bond we had with him was much deeper than music.”

The text complements:

“Given this deep loss, we need time and space to regret – to be with our families, our team and each other as we process and honor the life of someone who meant so much for us. […] Thank you for your understanding at this difficult time. ”

Ozzy Osbourne’s death

The cause of the death was not disclosed. However, it is known that the singer’s health had been weakened for years due to a number of health problems-including Parkinson, whose diagnosis was revealed to the public in 2020.

In a press release sent to the press, the artist’s family stated:

“It’s more sadly than words can express that we have to report that our dear Ozzy Osbourne passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded with love.”

Then he added:

“We ask everyone to respect our family’s privacy at this time.”

Farewell by Ozzy Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne left us just 17 days after his farewell show with Black Sabbath and in a solo career. The Back To The Beginning Festival also featured appearances by Metallica, Guns N ‘Roses, Gojira, Tool, Slayer, Anthrax, among several other names.

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