Rock legends Ozzy Osbourne and Billy Morrison have unveiled their latest single, ‘Gods Of Rock N Roll’, a powerful orchestral reimagining of Morrison’s 2015 track ‘Gods’ from his album God Shaped Hole. This revamped version features a 61-piece orchestra and fresh guitar work from Steve Stevens, elevating the song to new heights.
The Evolution of ‘Gods Of Rock N Roll’
Ozzy Osbourne shared the story behind the track with Kerrang!, revealing that he and Morrison originally wrote it in a hotel room during a South American tour over a decade ago. Osbourne recalled telling Morrison that the song needed an orchestra and a choir, but it took ten years to bring the vision to life. Morrison echoed Ozzy’s sentiment, stating that the new version has finally transformed the track into the grand, emotive ballad they always envisioned.
Chart Success & Album Release
Ahead of its official release, ‘Gods Of Rock N Roll’ has already made waves, entering Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart at #26. The song initially premiered on SiriusXM’s Ozzy’s Boneyard, quickly gaining traction across rock radio stations.
The track will be featured on the deluxe edition of Morrison’s upcoming 2024 album, The Morrison Project, set to drop on February 21. Fans eager to experience the full impact of the orchestral rock anthem won’t have to wait long.
Ozzy’s Final Black Sabbath Show
This release comes just days after Ozzy Osbourne announced Black Sabbath’s final-ever live performance, set to take place in Birmingham on July 5. The farewell event will include a star-studded lineup, featuring Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Lamb Of God, Mastodon, Alice In Chains, Halestorm, Grammy winners Gojira, and more.
Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy’s wife and manager, spoke to NME about the significance of this farewell show, explaining that Ozzy never had the chance to properly thank his fans due to his health struggles, but now he finally does.
Tickets went on sale on February 14, with demand causing frustration among fans trying to secure seats. Despite some backlash over ticket prices, proceeds from the event will be equally donated to Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorn Children’s Hospice.
Final Thoughts
With ‘Gods Of Rock N Roll’ climbing the charts and Ozzy preparing for his final Black Sabbath performance, 2024 is shaping up to be a monumental year for rock music. Fans can stream the new single and gear up for Morrison’s deluxe album release on February 21.
Stay tuned for more updates on Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Morrison, and the legendary farewell of Black Sabbath.