Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan , in an interview on the Klein Allen Show , said that Ozzy Osbourne should have an annual concert.
In order to raise funds for charities, the event would also pay tribute to the metal icon, who passed away on July 22nd.
Corgan was one of the guests at Back To The Beginning , which had the same initiative to raise money for social causes. The vocalist said that this event could inspire others in the future: "I almost think there should be an annual Ozzy show where we would get together and do this charity event."
The show's host added: " He raised so much money with that farewell show [...]. Everyone thinks of him [Ozzy] as that grumpy rocker who bit a bat once, but the good he did was tremendous."
“When you have the world’s greatest artists coming together to perform in tribute to someone, they all come together to create a monumental and unique event. And what an incredible way to continue paying homage. If we can get together in Birmingham, or Sharon [Osbourne] can choose another location, the legacy of this union of people will continue. I can’t even imagine the list of artists who would want to be involved ,” Billy added.
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Ozzy Osbourne's death was "unexpected," according to tabloid.
Ozzy Osbourne, heavy metal icon and vocalist for Black Sabbath, died last Tuesday, July 22nd, at the age of 76.
According to the Daily Mail , a family friend said his death was "unexpected ." The Prince of Darkness passed away at his mansion in England. He spent his last days with his wife/businesswoman Sharon Osbourne and his daughters, Kelly and Aimee Osbourne, who cared for him, according to the tabloid.
Furthermore, according to the Daily Mail , a source close to the family stated that "Ozzy always intended to return to live in the United Kingdom, in Buckinghamshire."
“There was a lot of hope that he would remain alive for much longer. But at one point there was a fear that they wouldn’t be able to bring him from Los Angeles for his farewell performance earlier this month,” the friend reportedly said. “It’s extremely sad for all of them, who really hoped he would be able to stay alive for a while longer. But it’s very beautiful to know that he had his children by his side in his final days.”
The family confirmed Ozzy Osbourne's death through a statement [via The Guardian ]:
"It is with greater sadness than words can express that we have to inform you that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family's privacy at this time. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis."
The cause of death has not been released, although Ozzy had faced several health problems in recent years.
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