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Best of Ozz

Ozzy Osbourne · 1989

48 min · 10 tracks · hard rock ยท heavy metal ยท doom metal

A powerful collection of heavy riffs and theatrical vocals that defined a generation of rock music.

Best of Ozz is an album by Ozzy Osbourne, released in 1989. A powerful collection of heavy riffs and theatrical vocals that defined a generation of rock music. 'Best of Ozz' was pivotal in introducing Ozzy's work to new listeners and reached significant chart positions, including peaking at number 20 on the Billboard 200. The album's release also coincided with Osbourne's growing legacy as a solo artist following his departure from Black Sabbath, influencing countless heavy metal acts that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Best of Ozz sound like?

A powerful collection of heavy riffs and theatrical vocals that defined a generation of rock music. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.

What makes Best of Ozz by Ozzy Osbourne notable?

'Best of Ozz' was pivotal in introducing Ozzy's work to new listeners and reached significant chart positions, including peaking at number 20 on the Billboard 200. The album's release also coincided with Osbourne's growing legacy as a solo artist following his departure from Black Sabbath, influencing countless heavy metal acts that followed. Released in 1989, 'Best of Ozz' came during Ozzy Osbourne's commercial peak after a series of successful solo albums starting with 'Blizzard of Ozz' in 1980. This compilation not only showcased his most notable tracks but also helped solidify his status as a heavy metal icon, following the critical success of albums like 'Diary of a Madman' and 'The Ultimate Sin'.

How many songs are on Best of Ozz?

Best of Ozz has 10 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·48:19

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Over the Mountain 4:32
  • 2 Secret Loser 4:11
  • 3 Goodbye to Romance Standout 5:35
  • 4 Shot in the Dark 4:28
  • 5 Mr. Crowley Standout 4:59
  • 6 Bark at the Moon 4:16
  • 7 Crazy Train Standout 4:51
  • 8 Centre of Eternity 5:23
  • 9 Diary of a Madman 6:15
  • 10 The Ultimate Sin 3:45

Release Date

January 1, 1989

Genre

doom metal, hard rock, heavy metal

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

48 min 19 sec