Ozzy Osbourne funeral procession scheduled for Birmingham

end are advised to arrive early. This event follows the passing of Ozzy Osbourne on July 22 at the age of 76, shortly after his final live show at Birmingham’s Villa Park on July 5.

The concert, known as Back to the Beginning, was announced as the last show featuring both Ozzy and the original Black Sabbath lineup. The city also bestowed the Birmingham Freedom of the City award upon Ozzy and Black Sabbath in June as a tribute to their musical contributions.

In addition to the funeral procession, news from the music world reveals that two of Ozzy’s solo tracks have landed on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. “Crazy Train” made its debut on the all-genre chart at #46, while “Mama, I’m Coming Home,” initially released in 1992, reenters the chart at #49, 33 years after reaching #28.

During his performance at the Back to the Beginning concert, Ozzy entertained the audience with both “Crazy Train” and “Mama, I’m Coming Home.” The compilation album “The Essential Ozzy Osbourne” also experienced a resurgence, climbing to #7 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart.

It is evident that Ozzy Osbourne’s influence and impact on the music industry continue even after his passing. The tribute in his hometown of Birmingham, the posthumous chart success of his songs, and the renewed interest in his music through album sales demonstrate the lasting legacy of the rock icon.

Ozzy’s music resonates with fans worldwide, and the outpouring of support and recognition following his death underscores his enduring popularity and significance in the world of rock music. The news of his funeral procession and chart-topping singles serve as a fitting tribute to the Prince of Darkness and his unparalleled contributions to the rock genre.