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Track Listings
| 1. Not Going Away |
| 2. I Don't Wanna Stop |
| 3. Black Rain |
| 4. Lay Your World on Me |
| 5. The Almighty Dollar |
| 6. 11 Silver |
| 7. Civilize the Universe |
| 8. Here For You |
| 9. Countdown's Begun |
| 10. Trap Door |
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Product Description
BLACK RAIN marks Ozzy's first album with new studio material in six years. It finds him as vital, creative and evocative as ever.
The album was co-produced by Ozzy and Kevin Churko, Ozzy's band is Zakk Wylde (guitar), Mike Bordin (drums) and Blasko (bass).
Ozzy will support the album with a global tour beginning May 27 and then in July he'll headline the 12th annual Ozzfest tour throughout America.
Product Description
1. Not going Away 2. I Don't Wanna Stop 3. Black Rain 4. Lay Your World On Me 5. God Bless The Almighty Dollar 6. 11 Silver 7. Civilize The Universe 8. Here For You9. Countdown's begun10. Trap Door
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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
By R. Braid
Format:Audio CD
If, like me, you had given up on Ozzy as a creative force after hearing pretty much anything he's done since the classic 'No More Tears' then hold onto your hat when you hear this album as he has come roaring out of the mansion with his best work in many a year.
Although the album is slightly blighted by two rather cheesy ballads,(try listening to them without thinking of Sharon Osbourne, it's impossible!) the rockers really deliver, as Zakk Wylde churns out the riffs and that (admittedly slightly annoying) trademark squeal of his all over the place. This is Ozzy at his most edgy and aggressive, [...]. There's no denying the fact that the years of excess have taken their toll on Ozzy's voice, and a number of effects are added on some songs to give his vocals added bite, but this is a minor quibble as great lyrics (Perry Mason? Fuhget aboudit!) and pummeling choruses carry each song through to a thoroughly satisfactory conclusion.
This album really is better than anyone had a right to expect and if you are an Ozzy fan you will not be disappointed. As Ozzy himself would say,'ROCK AND ROLL!'
Although the album is slightly blighted by two rather cheesy ballads,(try listening to them without thinking of Sharon Osbourne, it's impossible!) the rockers really deliver, as Zakk Wylde churns out the riffs and that (admittedly slightly annoying) trademark squeal of his all over the place. This is Ozzy at his most edgy and aggressive, [...]. There's no denying the fact that the years of excess have taken their toll on Ozzy's voice, and a number of effects are added on some songs to give his vocals added bite, but this is a minor quibble as great lyrics (Perry Mason? Fuhget aboudit!) and pummeling choruses carry each song through to a thoroughly satisfactory conclusion.
This album really is better than anyone had a right to expect and if you are an Ozzy fan you will not be disappointed. As Ozzy himself would say,'ROCK AND ROLL!'
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By Mike Horne
Format:Audio CD
Quite simply...................his best work in years. Loud, proud, and atmospheric. Listen to Civilize the Universe on headphones as loud as your ears will take, and see if it takes you back 20 years to Ozzy in the 80s. There are no weak songs, and Ozzy has once again outgunned his musical peers even at the age of 58! Lets hope he keeps on going into his 60's.
Well done Ozzy
Well done Ozzy
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I only ever buy CD's for the car, listening to music one the too and from work really helps me chill, I was suprised to find this album totally enjoyable. Fantastic driving music. Unlike Ozzy's 2001 CD release, this album is a mix of modern, yet classic Sabbath-esque tracks. 'I Don't Wanna Stop' is the first release from the CD and it's a real catchy track with a brilliant guitar solo 3/4 the way through. The title track is brilliant, reminds me of really early Sabbath stuff and 'Lay Your World on Me' is kind of a mix between Changes and Momma I'm Coming Home, it's easily one of the best, hauntingly eerie tracks on the album.
With a mix of modern and classic sounds, the overall album proves that Ozzy Osbourne has alot of kick left in him. ALL of the songs were co-written by the man himself, the only song I feel let's this album down is 'The Almighty Dollar' it seems to be about nothing particular and it's harsh on the ears.
Everything else is top notch! Welcome back Ozzy!
With a mix of modern and classic sounds, the overall album proves that Ozzy Osbourne has alot of kick left in him. ALL of the songs were co-written by the man himself, the only song I feel let's this album down is 'The Almighty Dollar' it seems to be about nothing particular and it's harsh on the ears.
Everything else is top notch! Welcome back Ozzy!
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5.0 out of 5 stars
ozzy is a god
fantastic album made all the better by zakk wylde being on it overall brilliant his best in years god bless ozzy osbourne
Published 3 months ago by Robert Hamilton
3.0 out of 5 stars
The Cracks are Beginning to Show
I have been an ardent fan of Ozzy's music for over 40 years - right back to the first Black Sabbath Album. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Robert J Wilcox
3.0 out of 5 stars
Average +
Overall it is a good album, but i didn't like so much, Ozzy's voice in some songs sound too electric, which i don't like. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Yaniv Riahi
4.0 out of 5 stars
CREATIVE ALBUM FROM OZZY
Many people think that Ozzy lost his way to a certain extent in recent times. However, this album is proof that he is very much back on track. Read more
Published 8 months ago by J. McCarraher
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ozzy's Black Rain CD
Not of Ozzy's fault, obviously, I just loved the songs that I already knew.
The only thing is that the CD case came broken all over. Read more
The only thing is that the CD case came broken all over. Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2010 by Jean Luiz B. Moura
4.0 out of 5 stars
Signs Of Life
This is not one of those Ozzy albums which will amaze the listener, but it does provide more than a little evidence that Ozzy can still rock. Read more
Published on 22 Jun 2008 by Dave_42
4.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant album. It was let down by the 2 boring ballads.
This is a bloody brilliant metal album it's got heavy riffs, great solos by Zakk, good enough lyric & excellent vocals which to be is what you'd excpect from a metal album. Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2008 by Sandra O'Hagan
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Album
Finally Ozzy has relesed an new album!!!! It's been 6 years since we've heard new material from the Prince of Darkness. And I cannot say he has dissapointed anyone. Read more
Published on 5 April 2008 by B. Pilling
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome album
Black Rain! What can we say? Well this album really is absolutely awesome, Ozzy just gets better and better. Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2008 by Darren -n- Tracy
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
This album should not have been released until he could deliver a full set of songs that would recover his image as one of rock's true idols. Read more
Published on 21 Oct 2007 by tigg3r
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