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Ozzy and Jim in a Christmas ornament
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Ozzy and Jim
Last year I had the chance to meet Ozzy Osbourne and his band. I brought in my wife and kids to meet him too. He was a great guy, very friendly and willing to take a few pictures with us.
This Christmas my aunt — and Godmother — took the picture of Ozzy and I, and had it etched in a crystal Christmas ornament. This has to be one of the most inventive gifts I’ve ever received.
While it’s meant for the Christmas tree, this isn’t something I’ll put away. I’ll find a spot in my music studio to put it all year.
Thanks Cathy!
Zakk Wylde, Black Label Society recording a new album
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Zakk Wylde onstage
Zakk Wylde will return to the studio, according to a report on CHARTattack. The album will be released in 2009, but there is no word on the name, yet.
In the meantime Zakk will be recording a cover of Stevie Nicks’ “Leather and Lace” with Gretchen Wilson. That’s going to be interesting to say the least.
The report also has the dates of the next BLS tour, dubbed “Black Label Bash Tour.” Zakk will go on the road next March for a couple of months.
Scott Weiland looking much better
Posted by: | CommentsStone Temple Pilots and ex-Velvet Revolver frontman Scott Weiland is looking much better these days, but I have to say he sounds kind of sad.
I’m a big Weiland fan, which is why I was so disappointed when VR broke up. They made some of the best music I had heard in a long time. A real shame.
I am looking forward to Weiland’s new solo record, but I can’t image it will be as good as VR.
Here’s an interview with Weiland and LA Weekly.
In-studio Interview with Scott Weiland for “Happy” in Galoshes from LAWeekly.com on Vimeo.
Posing with Zakk Wylde’s guitars in Germany
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Jim with Zakk's guitars
During our European vacation, Monique and I went to Berlin and stopped in to see the folks at Gibson. While I was there the boys took a shot with me and two of Zakk’s guitars.
One guitar was the Flying V and the other was Zakk’s Les Paul Bullseye. Notice the signature on the Les Paul?
I think those are the heaviest guitars I’ve ever held. Very cool time hanging with those guys.
Great Zakk Wylde solo
Posted by: | CommentsI just love watching Zakk play. This solo is one of his best.
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Where would Jimi Hendrix be today?
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I am amazed whenever I listen to Jimi Hendrix play guitar. He is so incredible and he makes it look so easy.
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Got my Black Label Society Colors from Zakk Wylde
Posted by: | CommentsFor somebody outside of the Black Label Society family getting a vest may not seem like a big deal. However, for those of us that follow Zakk and BLS, we know what an honor it is to receive the vest from Zakk.
There are places that you can buy the back patches, but there is only one place to get the real vest with the real front and back patches — from Zakk himself.
So, Zakk, thanks very much — I don’t know what else to say. I’ve had the vest for about 2 weeks now and I haven’t taken it off yet.
Bleed Black Label!
Meeting some cool rock stars
Posted by: | CommentsI’ve been very lucky this year and got to meet and hang out with quite a few cool people. Here are a few pics of some of them. Click on the photos for a larger image and the names.
Zakk Wylde responds to 357 Customs deal
Posted by: | CommentsAfter his manager responded to the 357 Customs deal gone bad, Black Label Society front man Zakk Wylde has personally responded on his Web site. I can only imagine that if Zakk is as angry as he sounds, the problems should be resolved.
Beserkers, nobody is more upset by 357’s unscrupulous activities than I am, and I assure you that I did not know about or approve any of these activities. That is why I have directed my attorneys to take all steps necessary to address this situation. I realize it has been frustrating for you waiting for information, and as soon as the attorneys report to me next week, I will update you with a more complete statement.
Strength, Determination, Merciless, Forever.
Zakk Wylde
I had no doubt Zakk would be pissed about this and step up when the time came.
Zakk Wylde’s “Shot to Hell” delayed
Posted by: | CommentsFirst there was all kinds of good news — Zakk Wylde said his new CD would be released in July and a new live DVD from Europe would also be released in July. Then came the bad news — first the DVD was pushed back and now the new CD is being pushed back until September.
Black Label Society’s new record label, Roadrunner confirmed the news to Blabbermouth yesterday. No reason was given for the delay.
I was really looking forward to a hard rocking summer of All Zakk, all the time. The one good thing — the CD is scheduled to be released on my birthday, September 19.
