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Nov 7, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day November 7 1981 – Ozzy Osbourne Released Diary Of A Madman.

On this day November 7 1981, Ozzy Osbourne released Diary Of A Madman, his second solo studio album and one of the most iconic metal records of the decade. The album built on the success of Blizzard Of Ozz, pushing Ozzy’s sound into darker, more theatrical territory while solidifying his status as a heavy metal legend.

Featuring unforgettable tracks like Over The Mountain, Flying High Again, and the haunting...

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