1982 Ozzy Osbourne Speak of the Devil 2x LP Brazil BLACK SABBATH Metal ACDC

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ARTIST: Ozzy Osbourne 
TITLE: Speak Of The Devil
LABEL: Epic – 144832/3, Jet Records – 144832/3
RECORD GRADING: G+
SLEEVE GRADING: VG (sticker on back cover)
NOTES: Original 1992 pressing from Brazil. Rare

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Speak of the Devil is a live album by English heavy metal vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, released in the United States on November 22, 1982. In the UK, it was released under the title Talk of the Devil. This live album holds a unique and somewhat contentious place in Ozzy's discography, as it was recorded at a chaotic and difficult time for him personally and professionally. It was released after the tragic death of his guitarist and creative partner, Randy Rhoads, and was intended to fulfill a contractual obligation for a live album.
The album is distinct for its focus: it consists entirely of live renditions of songs from Ozzy's previous band, the legendary Black Sabbath. The setlist is a veritable "best of" the Ozzy-era Sabbath, featuring iconic tracks like "War Pigs," "N.I.B.," "Black Sabbath," and "Paranoid." The album showcased Ozzy's raw, unhinged energy in a live setting, backed by a new lineup that featured guitarist Brad Gillis (from Night Ranger) and his solo band's rhythm section, Rudy Sarzo (bass) and Tommy Aldridge (drums). Gillis's playing style is different from Randy Rhoads's, and the album's sound is a raw, powerful, and sometimes unpolished take on the classic Sabbath material.
The album also gained notoriety for its timing. It was released just one month before Black Sabbath's own live album with Ronnie James Dio, Live Evil, and a fierce rivalry between the two releases ensued. Speak of the Devil became a commercial success and remains a popular document of this pivotal moment in heavy metal history, showcasing the enduring power of Black Sabbath's songs through the lens of Ozzy's solo career. While it has been criticized by some for its lack of his solo hits and for the context in which it was made, it stands as a testament to Ozzy's enduring legacy and his powerful connection to the music he created with his first band.


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