Henry Rollins - Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath

[@billloman3151]

I was doing security once at OzzFest and I walked around the corner and ran right into Ozzy. I just started crying, I've been a fan of his since the 70's. He was very cool about it, he held my arm and talked to me for a while. It was great.

[@goose300183]

Awesome! Sounds like you weren't expecting it, and just got overwhelmed. I've no idea how I would react, could be the same as you \m/

[@JnEricsonx]

At NYCC 2017, Mark Hamill basically popped out from one of the dividers in the autograph area from the backstage area and started taking pics with people. I nearly had a heart attack. While I'm not that knowledgable about much of Ozzy's music, I will admit meeting him would be a trip.

[@charliekelly735]

@@sweathogsvinnybobarino9333 Bro that sucks! :(

[@iggystardust9236]

Bill I see you everywhere

[@LouisWinthorpe622]

He was almost speachless when he met Paul McCartney, it's on KZbin, so he probably totally understood. What a great experience. I usually just leave them all alone to avoid things like that happening but you practically bumped right into him by accident, ha. That is great.

[@FlowmasterStang]

If you ever seen Ozzy live, you’d know how accurate Henry’s imitation is. That’s exactly what Ozzy does on stage.

[@pvtlehto]

Forgot the headbanging claps lol

[@Fnberg744]

Yup

[@jimforehand7571]

I have once in St. Louis at the Riverport and yup pretty damn close imitation and I loved every second of it

[@Fnberg744]

@@jimforehand7571 been to many a show there. Ozzfest. GnR riot to name a couple

[@jimforehand7571]

@@Fnberg744 hell yeah, I've only been there that 1 time for ozzfest the year he released black rain album

[@michaelstrong4823]

This made me feel so happy for Henry. It’s like hearing a kid talking about his first trip to a toy store. No one deserves more... big ups.

[@brotothewilliams9890]

I'm glad one of his heroes ozzy wasn't mean to him

[@Ori0987]

Broto theWilliams Ozzy is pretty much always nice he’s awesome

[@mariog2609]

Sometimes he looked like Jim Carrey after some extra Workouts in the Gym

[@corkydelarge4440]

His voice impression of Ozzy wasnt the best (not quite British enough), but when he did Ozzy's onstage mannerism, he absolutely nailed it. 100 out of 100. Great story Henry.

[@DraconicDuelist]

@Rowan Melton To outsiders, it's mostly all the same. Similar to how many British people act like there's one defined "American" accent when you can have 3+ in the same city, let alone the entire country.

[@frizzyfrank2985]

@Rowan Melton stfu

[@frizzyfrank2985]

@Seth Belfort ok

[@devinthierault]

Brummie isn't quite English enough haha

[@gregoryrandall4819]

He wasn’t really trying to accurately do Ozzys voice

[@sydIRISH]

He's right there, the Ward/Butler combo was one of THE most underrated rhythm sections in history. Iommi is the "God of Riff". It's hard to top Sabbath, when it comes to greatest metal bands....they basically created the genre. The darkness, the anti-rock star image, scaring the parents, ALL OF IT. Even their name, "Black Sabbath"....who has a better name in metal history?

[@oracle_indiana]

Judas Priest

[@flacidhouse350]

Zep did it first and better.

[@Thought0Ninja]

I love Zep but when it comes to early metal I think we know who the clear winner is. Sabbath jump started a whole new genre with a single riff and then did things darker and deeper than ever before. Zep just jacked other artists' songs in their early days, gave them a slightly heavier edge, and then occasionally dabbled in things that could be considered metal here and there.

[@davedmk]

@@flacidhouse350 Sabbath brought the darkness that Zep was lacking. Zep ushered in hard rock, Sabbath broke ground on metal.

[@flacidhouse350]

@@davedmk Dazed and Confused is Darker than anything Sabbath ever did and it was out before they existed. Zep was Metal before Sabbath thought about it. Sabbath got the Idea from Zep. Sabbath doesn't even palm mute and they did catch up to the drums playing the guitar riff until later. Everything that's metal came from Zep except for wearing black, talking about the devil, and light gauge strings. If you think that's all there is to metal I can see how you got confused.

[@scottrap]

I met Ozzy in the late 80’s when I was working at a store in LA as a kid. He was so nice and down to earth. I told him what Randy meant to me. He responded by telling me about the Randy Rhoads tribute album that was going to be released in the not too distant future.

[@WrongStanceProductions]

That's Ozzys best album

[@willgold664]

If hearing Sabbath didn't change your life, you've been asleep at the switch.

[@Hellwyck]

+Will Gold Hearing Deep Purple and Joe Walsh changed mine

[@WillWilsonII]

Yes sir! Changed the way I played guitar too! The riffs, man!

[@robbieclark7828]

Hellwyck Black Sabbath did change my life, but so did The Beatles, The Who, The Kinks, Pink Floyd, Bob Dylan, Simon and Garfunkel, Led Zeppelin, Velvet Underground, The Beach Boys, and so many others.

[@chrisd.3319]

Craig Colby Me too man...!!! The distorted opening bass line with it's raw sound/tone totally changed my world.... I was about 10.... 40 years later Sabbath is STILL my fave band!

[@paulbeahm3891]

Very true. That ascending bass line in after forever stretches my brain everytime

[@atheist535]

Hearing "Sweet Leaf" while smoking weed, at the age of 16, changed my life.

[@vincemcmahonreadskoran3120]

Bro their enyire early catalog is my latest favorite music to smoke pot to.

[@willbond]

Yep, it was Sweet Leaf really hit home with me.

[@fixit2060]

Bruh deadass

[@sicilianjiu-jitsu2984]

For sure bro

[@jonathanphlek5252]

vol 4 is awesome as well under the sun is my favourite

[@doctorphibes601]

....as i am an Ozzy fan for ages, it's sooo nice to hear Henry loves him. As i respect HR more and more as he becomes an older and more or less milder and less angry hahaha

[@DanielGarciaNYC]

kinda the same here. I won't say I respect him more cause I always like Rollins but he damn sure has mellowed out so much over the years.

[@alphatan2]

Why hasnt henry rollins played The Punisher yet?

[@JnEricsonx]

He can play bitter damaged characters. Watch the movie "He Never Died." I guess just seeing his natural attitude is more fun? Not sure what comic book character he'd fit though normally.

[@patrickmccutcheon8860]

Rollins says himself he's not much of an actor.

[@paulbeahm3891]

That... would be perfect.

[@harrisfrankou2368]

genius

[@nsphoenix6660286]

That’s a great point

[@lerchfreyley1]

His OZZY impression is way too understandable.

[@sethparker743]

"doesn't really know where he is.... Rock n Roll!" lolol

[@ZjawbreakerZ]

It's simple: It's impossible to dislike Ozzy.

[@lanenordgren7641]

Bill Ward was the ultimate percussionist. He had as many personal issues as he was great. Geezer plays bass like God. Tony on guitar and you have the founders of metal.

[@michaelstephen819]

Back in the day, I actually got to meet Tony and Geezer after a gig. No meet and greet in those days. Just me and the two of them at the stage door. Can you imagine?

[@richardbinder9662]

Henry is brilliant. His music rocks and his lectures are incredible. It just flows out of him. Very humble. Wouldn't want to mess with him either.

[@romeoslover817]

Richard Binder Do not forget his photography and writing

[@charlenepickett6414]

Yeah pissing him isn't a good idea bc he takes no shit from anybody

[@bigfan9805]

He got mouthy with me at a hotel one night, so i had to slap him around a little, put him in line so to speak. Ended up with lifetime passes to all his shows, he's a great guy once you slap the cockyness outa him😡👊🏻

[@charlenepickett6414]

@@bigfan9805 really? No way! You slapped Henry Rollins?? Wow!!

[@jdeez69]

@@charlenepickett6414 you should really stop believing everything you hear

[@demonicsweaters]

He may have called it "spoken word" but Rollins is a great standup comedian. He has excellent delivery, timing, and great stories!

[@kylelikeskjvbible]

"doesn't know where he is" lol, thats Ozzy.

[@Vulcanwoman]

Was most probably high.

[@mztweety1374]

Ozzy doesn't know WHO he is.

[@Conker.]

Ozzy didn't care where he was. (As long as he didn't miss his own concert.)

[@ThiagodMoraes]

Black Sabbath are easily one of the best and most influential rock bands ever, no need discussion..They were awesome beyond words!!

[@ryanrodio6102]

This is about how I felt when I interviewed Rollins for a local paper. Fan boying out the entire time.

[@Serioussmile51]

I've never seen or heard a bad Henry Rollins show.

[@anitasixsixsix3414]

Serioussmile51 wykked siqq avatar broski!!!! see u at da gatherinG!!!

[@andu1854]

He is a gifted story teller... I saw him 2016 right after the election and he was brilliant

[@j_freed]

It’s not like he attracts an audience of haters! 😂

[@Teajryan]

2004 Ozzfest in Belgium... My first concert ever...Ozzy is a legend!

[@ladyhonor822]

Welcome... Even only just begun and better yet and still... You have youth on your side 😜

[@stevebradley704]

Saw Ozzy in the UK 1980 with RR, Kerslake and Daisley.

[@gregorylawson8346]

We couldn't get tickets. They were small venues and sold out quick!!! You had to queue for tickets then. I couldn't get there. They were £2-.

[@tomitstube]

for those who seem to be confused or clueless, henry is a humorist, an ex-punk vocalist who tells anecdotal stories for everyone's amusement, about the rock world. pretty cool stuff.

[@willwhitman717]

No shit

[@patty3519]

Will Whitman I loved cut my life into pieces

[@grovermarchand3282]

He's also a gynaecologist for the FBI

[@abelincoln5698]

He's good at it

[@frizzyfrank2985]

i know there’s some sarcastic replies here, but i really didn’t know who he is so thanks

[@blucky9275]

I SAW THIS SHOW HENRY IS TALKING ABOUT. IT WAS AT TROPICANA FIELD IN ST.PETE FLORIDA, TYPE O NEGATIVE ALSO PLAYED. GREAT SHOW!!!!

[@jeremiahjames566]

I'd like to have watched Henry and Petah hang out.

[@gonzitomichaels2362]

I was also there I remember ozzy screaming let's get crazy and the whole venue rushing the stage it was such a great time

[@JayZombie1216]

What an amazing show. Do you remember there year? '96? Peak Rollins Band, October Rust era Type O and late 90s Ozzy? Jesus christ. What a gig. Don't make gigs like that anymore.

[@kingdavid1226]

ive had the pleasure of hanging with BLACK SABBATH.................THE ORIGINAL BLACK SABBATH, awesome real gentlemen

[@gregdahlen4375]

King David what was so awesome about them?

[@khairowensullivan7489]

Jealous as fuck if it's true

[@ScumbagWhore]

+Greg Dahlen they changed the world of rock, whats not awesome about them

[@Hellwyck]

+ToxicDestruction Let me know when you're jealous

[@zargmatt]

King David COOL!!! The real Sabbath!! So cool! I am jealous. Tell me, what were Ronnie Jame Dio and Vinnie Appiece like in real life? Sad that Dio and Geoff Nichols passed. The real Sabbath.

[@egcowling9657]

Holy shit i just realized it was iron man that got me into metal. I had thought it was megadeth but it was in my dads shop even younger that i heard sabbath. This actually brought back a suppressed memory. Wow

[@TheSaintedOne]

Anyone remember that time Ozzy smiled at Juliya from FUSE? A smile made her cry. Rock n Roll

[@jeremiahjames566]

MISTRESS JULIYA! Love her Type O Negative interviews.

[@scramblesthedeathdealer]

Both Ozzy and Henry Rollins seem like genuinely cool dudes!

[@jeremyandrew2229]

doesn't tell a single joke yet the audience is in hysterics.

[@WomackPhotoKCMO]

jon glaser He appears a bit stupid.

[@jimadams8182]

jon glaser You probably won't understand if you're under 42.

[@reggaefan2700]

Jim Adams Henry Rollins is a very funny dude. He needs to do more of these shows.

[@jimadams8182]

Reggae Fan Agreed!

[@zackcoffmanguitar]

He's got the gift of gab. He can relate to people. What's cooler than that

[@DarkmanRides]

Lived in a small town in West Texas called Odessa for about my first 17 years. I got a Panasonic ball radio in 1974. All they played was the top 40 pop music 24/7. One Friday night I was scrolling the dial and Odessa College played heavy metal from 9 to midnight on Friday night and Saturday night. Imagine going from ABBA Neil Sedaka and Elton John straight into Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath and Jefferson Airplane which they never played on the radio. The year is 1973 I still remember it like yesterday when I found heavy metal totally blew me away. My first heavy metal album that I bought with my money was Aerosmith Get Your Wings. I would play that album over and over and over until I memorize the words to all the songs. I understand exactly what Henry felt. Now I'm 60 and it's just as good today as it ever was.

[@tedboom9550]

Get your wings is an amazing album. My fav by the band. Lord of the thighs and Spaced were my dad and my faves

[@C01dEyes]

That Ozzy on stage impression is 100% accurate

[@txdrmr]

Being in a band that has opened soooooo many shows, Henry is spot on about being the opening act. His Ozzy impression is dead on as well.

[@joe_schmoe_420]

Nicest guy in sabbath was Bill Ward Hes the kind of guy to ask everyone in line for autographs a personal question, because he actually did Shame what they did to him

[@babgnush1118]

The Anti Christ nice edgy name, fuckface

[@babgnush1118]

@The Anti Christ and who the fuck says "soyboy" hahahahhaha damn, how old are you?

[@calebcondick4819]

No one has original comments these days you’ve gotta have a really frail sense of masculinity to say shit like that lmfao.

[@ata5855]

What did they do to him?

[@woweeeeeeeeeeeeee]

@Corby Dorian whoa you're a real tough guy eh

[@RCAvhstape]

What he says about Ozzy's crowds is so true. I saw Ozzy around that time and the crowd went absolutely crazy when he took the stage. And Black Sabbath is the greatest metal band in history.

[@patrickmccutcheon8860]

Helium Road They created that heavier sound we call heavy metal. So of course they're the best.

[@DarkShark147]

@@patrickmccutcheon8860 my friend who loves Heavy Metal doesn't consider them Metal. I think he's fucking nuts lol

[@flacidhouse350]

@@patrickmccutcheon8860 No they didn't. That was Zep.

[@flacidhouse350]

@Deplorable Cat They are heavier than Sabbath. Sabbath admitted to copying Zep's sound. Read up on this.

[@flacidhouse350]

@Deplorable Cat Hey, it's that stupid thing people that don't actually know anything about Led Zeppelin say. You should look into it.

[@wiisalute]

Geezer is probably one of my favorite bassists of all time.

[@nathandavidhall]

Also wrote nearly all the lyrics for sabbath

[@wiisalute]

@@nathandavidhallI did not know that. And all this time I thought it was Ozzy. You'd think right? Cause he has that extroverted personality like Vince Neil

[@henrygvidonas9573]

Ozzy's cigar phase. Started with one in the evening and escalated to chainsmoking the things until he literally couldn't breathe anymore. The poor guy can't do anything in moderation, it's like he was born to be an addict.

[@mattfleming2287]

You are one hard working man. You earned that. Keep it heavy, Henry.

[@customedge1]

best part... god I wish I had one of my ozzy records here so he could sign mine too, hey kid can I borrow that cool gold ink marker. gotta love guys in bands who still look at other people in bands as fan boys

[@KarmicOmen]

I really like Henry... fascinating guy, intelligent, interesting, funny. I've heard countless people say that Ozzy is a good guy, and very down to earth.

[@thesquigglespin]

I could listen to him all day and never get tired.

[@mcxhalo]

Loving his shows

[@MantraHerbInchSin]

Geez, Butler was perhaps the reason I got started playing bass when I was 10. Damn fine music

[@justjeph6927]

Right, and a great lyric writer as well

[@timothybaxter7392]

Henry came out to us in Qatar many years back.... he was genuine as hell back then. Really nice guy. Thanks for your visit Sir!

[@dacrazies]

Awesome shit!!!!

[@ONLYFOOLSNVIDEOS]

Love Henry's stand up stuff. He's a fucking great storyteller

[@Halloween111]

I could listen to Henry just tell stories for hours.

[@bubbah671]

Love that he can fan boy like us. Nice man should be written on his shirt. Lol

[@lanenordgren7641]

Love Henry Rollins. Dude is pure honesty.

[@yoblob34]

I discovered Black Sabbath in1976-77 somewhere in there it was one of four 8 tracks I bought Paranoid awesome album

[@carlryderiselvis]

As a fellow Brummie and having been brought up in Witton and Aston and less than a mile from Ozzy’s house, this video makes me very proud… The area was very industrial and quite impoverished in the 1960’s… The people from that area at that particular time, are very humble (like the rest of Sabbath and never really had any great expectations…However, it’s great seeing local lads like Black Sabbath (and The Move and the Moody Blues) do really well… Up the Villa!

[@caveman3021]

People can make fun of Ozzy and hate on him all they want. They're are not many musicians that have the influence or longevity he has had. There will never be another like him😝🤘 🔥

[@allenhanford]

I wish I loved hearing Henry Rollins talk as much as he does.

[@elcabezon5487]

I wasn't too familiar with Henry Rollins,'till Liar song came out,then saw Henry on Joe Rogan podcast,He's very interesting dude,Master of Reality is the album,that brought me closer to Black Sabbath

[@josejeovaze4802]

I did not know he was stand up too. I love his music and now his comedy. What a genius. Also, i know the feel, I've jad a meet and greet with Ozzy in 2013 here in Brazin, in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais and I froze, I was so awestruck I just raised my hand and said "Hi... Hi, Ozzy". And he hugged me and messed with my hair and said I should calm down and smile for the cameras. Ozzy is the greatest.

[@jeremiahwilson1781]

say what you want about Rollins. The guy can tell a great story. Keeps you interested.

[@RogueBoyScout]

My family came to Australia, from Aston/Birmingham. My pop (Grandfather), when I would talk to him, reminds me so much of Black Sabbath. It's not just the accent, although it's a big part. It's the working class mentality those men have from growing up in that part of England. The phrase "We work hard, and we play hard" takes on a whole new meaning when I meet people from that time and place. Working in those factories, back when the HP Sauce factory was still there........ I have a couple of Aston Villa hoodies I wear, and now that's it winter, I'll be rocking them again. They are a bit tattered. But when I throw them on, I feel the energy of Ozzy/Iommi/Butler/Ward coursing threw my veins..... I walk just a little bit taller.... Just another freak in the freak kingdom.... Living The Dream.

[@beemoney19]

I LOVE how corny, dorky, and authentic he is. He's so good.

[@haroldniver]

Yeah, Sabbath was awesome. Ozzy is great. But being a gen-Xer, hearing Rollins Band’s The End of Silence changed my life. Saw a few spoken word shows, saw Rollins Band play a few times, and Henry is always excellent. And he always responds to emails; I’ve written him a few times and he always responds within like a day. Best guy ever and will always be an inspiration to me.

[@thelokifiles]

It was a great night when I saw Sabbath live at Ozzfest. Original band members, I am fortunate enough to have been there.

[@u4riahsc]

The first time I saw Sabbath was in 1970 and now I’m 70, went to many Sabbath, Ozzy and OZZfest shows over the years.

[@Norther56]

Henry Rollins is a great storyteller, as this video shows. His enthusiasm is infectious.

[@makurradoshi4498]

I love how much of a humble fan type dude he is. He's like a fuckin 20 year old kid tellin a story it's great

[@johnbarry1965]

The greatest musicians are always great fans too!!

[@steffins3203]

Awesome storytelling Henry. Cool.

[@ibaconi]

From punk to stand up comedy... pretty groovy...

[@Hellwyck]

+Bacon Nivison Spoken word, not comedy

[@BluPotato]

I love Henry he is the theatre nerd you want to hang with.

[@MRtwoTricks]

Henry Rollins looks like this genetic reject from some ancient branch of humanity. You'd think he would be dumb as a box of hammers but he is truly a talented man. I've enjoyed hearing him speak, sing and acting...He Never Died was a very under appreciated gem. Hearing this story, most accurate stage impersonation ever of Ozzy...he just forgot the buckets of water.

[@enteraqua]

He looks like Bruce Campbells brother.

[@smarkmalark]

This man has the voice of a video game announcer. Everything he says is just in all caps, bold, and with reverb

[@AndyKusanagi86]

whoever said "never meet your heroes" never met any _real_ heroes like Henry did.

[@midianpoet]

Exactly ! :)

[@samiam7342]

Henry is one of the most fascinating people I have ever seen, read, watched.......good stuff.....

[@theshark84724]

Henry Rollins can pull off “geek” about as well as I can pull off Henry Rollins :)

[@stevedunn5546]

I saw Ozzy first time in 1978 Never say die tour Manchester appollo England. Was right at the front and only a few feet away from him and the band. Never forgotten it. And wish I had a time machine to go back. Great story thanks .

[@LordByron2752]

Henry Rollins is awesome and tells ya like it is.

[@macsmith2013]

Henry's a freaking treasure! And so Is Ozzy.

[@deepsignal1528]

T-shirt and dress pants. Top notch 90s wardrobe, Hank...

[@78LedHead]

God has never came close to creating another mind even remotely like Henry's. It's fascinating how his brain works. He's an excellent storyteller.

[@ShanesSquirrelShack]

This is fucking great.

[@mattbowers9717]

Great story !!!

[@reaperredni9e605]

Rollins is badass in a comedic way, great stage presence

[@marijuanian]

thx u henry for telling ozzy with so funny😂😂😂i luv it

[@ponderingdesertrat6895]

When did Jim Carrey start taking steroids?

[@hillcrestshitpeople5556]

Fri13juggla when did juggalos find out about henry

[@zargmatt]

Hillcrest ShitPeople cant make that shit up hah

[@Ben-xf1ym]

Hahahahaha

[@TheCrazyCanuck420]

Hahaha I never noticed that before

[@paulbeahm3891]

Wow. You're interpretation of reality must keep you thoroughly entertained

[@krxahfb]

Always love Hank’s stories!

[@HankHopeless]

As much as Henry Rollins is a pro musician himself, he's also one of the best storytellers around

[@lpsashes]

Henry Rollings is one of the greatest story tellers in history

[@Guitfiddlejase]

"Enormodome" Spinal Tap joke Awesome Not one individual in that audience got it LOL

[@jockmcque3018]

Cannot wait to see you in June in Sydney.

[@michaelcraig9449]

So, he finally likes something. Amazing.

[@happydayz7857]

frank bonini wow I’ll have to check that out.

[@xaq7745]

Right? Rollins is a pseudointellectual dipshit who isn't even the best frontman of Black Flag.

[@sixsixthousand-66000]

Great story!

[@evesolis6133]

He is so much fun. Hard to imagine black flag singer for a comedian show but it's soooo good

[@Hellwyck]

+Eve Nam It's not a comedy show, he's just entertaining.

[@allangray6764]

This is SO great

[@zekependergrass1463]

Very cool

[@geneevans7885]

This tape is priceless, the rocky story is amazing.

[@sugarspun4216]

Ozzy's a Brummie, someone who comes from Birmingham in the UK. Most down to earth people you could meet, like Scousers, Glaswegians and Geordies.

[@Fortwentt]

Henry Rollins is great.

[@ocho611]

"greatest rhythm section in rock & roll is Bill Ward and Geezer Butler" --say it loud for the people in the back--

[@davidian2.024]

The way he tells the story of him and his buddy getting robbed at gunpoint in LA yrs ago..and his friend being killed is stunning...he's a force of nature is Rollins.

[@nicoguarini28]

Ive seen early flyers to promote Sabbaths 1st tour. They read,"Black Sabbath" Makes Zeppelin sound like a kindergarten house band! Lol

[@americanpancakelive]

I love it so much that Henry is a total fan boy, not only for Ozzy and Black Sabbath but a lot of artists.

[@Burritosuupreme]

Oh my god! He said it!!! 6:04!

[@Raitor33]

It’s Rollin’ time

[@jye_24]

Ozzy all tho has had rough years is easily the most consistent when it comes to personality, as far as I know Ozzy has only ever showed pure love and support to his fans ❤

[@JamesOhGoodie]

3:50 Most accurate Ozzy impression ever.

[@shanesantana54]

I would feel the same way meeting Henry. Lol - a huge fanboy and just being in awe :D