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Ozzy Osbourne rates his guitarists and reflects on the highs and lows of Black Sabbath
By Brad Tolinski published
The Prince of Darkness speaks candidly about bandmates past and present – from Randy Rhoads to Zakk Wylde – and what he looks for in a guitarist, in this classic interview from the GW archives

The secrets behind Randy Rhoads’ guitar tone on Ozzy Osbourne’s Crazy Train
By Chris Gill published
How a mids-heavy EQ and a triple-tracked solo gave Rhoads to the sound that launched Ozzy's solo career

Randy Rhoads posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as Kirk Hammett, Tom Morello and Zakk Wylde pay tribute
By Sam Roche published
“When it comes to musical excellence, there is no-one more deserving of the highest echelon of recognition and praise,” Morello said via video message
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Randy Rhoads' iconic Jackson Concorde to be displayed at new Rock & Roll Hall of Fame exhibit
By Sam Roche published
Dave Grohl's Ampeg Dan Armstrong, used heavily during Foo Fighters' One by One and Wasting Light eras, will also feature

Randy Rhoads' stolen guitar and amp have been returned to his family
By Sam Roche published
Rhoads' first-ever guitar – a 1963 Harmony Rocket – and a rare prototype signature Marshall head have been recovered, the late guitarist's sister confirms

Ozzy Osbourne is “so happy that Randy's genius is finally being recognized” by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
By Richard Bienstock published
The legendary guitarist will receive the Musical Excellence Award at this year’s ceremony

Randy Rhoads to receive Musical Excellence Award at 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony
By Richard Bienstock published
Other inductees this year include the Foo Fighters, the Go-Go’s, Tina Turner, Todd Rundgren, Jay-Z and Carole King

New Randy Rhoads book celebrates the life and legacy of the legendary Ozzy Osbourne guitarist
By Matt Owen published
The 280-page Ross Halfin tome features an array of unseen images and features, as well as an exclusive introduction and epilogue penned by Osbourne and Tom Morello
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