The Late Ozzy Osbourne- Tribute to Randy Rhoads

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honored posthumously guitarist Randy Rhoads during 2021’s annual induction ceremony. Rhoads recorded and toured with  one major performer, Ozzy Osbourne, who himself was honored similarly by the Rock Hall as a solo artist. AllMusic.com‘s Steve Huey says it best: “This live double album Tribute, recorded in 1981 but not released until five years after Randy Rhoads’ death, showcases a hard rock guitarist whose all-around ability was arguably second only to Eddie Van Halen.”

Huey continues, “On the live Tribute, Osbourne leads his best band lineup through the entire Blizzard of Ozz repertoire, plus a few Diary of a Madman and Black Sabbath numbers. Of special note are Rhoads’ unaccompanied solos, leaving no doubts about his virtuosity…Rhoads’ entire output is absolutely essential for guitar freaks, but he sounds even better live than in the studio.”

My guest the late Ozzy Osbourne paid tribute to Randy Rhoads (right) In the Studio in my classic rock interview. –Redbeard