I’m playing rhythm guitar for my heroes… it’s crazy!" – Zakk Wylde on new Ozzy Osbourne album featuring Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Tony Iommi
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View more newsI’m playing rhythm guitar for my heroes… it’s crazy!" – Zakk Wylde on new Ozzy Osbourne album featuring Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Tony Iommi
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