![]() “Road to Nowhere” is undeniably catchy, but ends up breaking the ballad barrier with a more distortion as it treads along. Okay, so there’s not 3 ballads, there are 4. We also could have done without Osbourne’s love of acronyms. They could have deleted “Zombie Stomp” from the last reissue of this album and no one would have cared. “Time After Time” wasn’t as successful as its predecessors, but its still a powerful track. For the digital release of this album, there’s a version of the song featuring both vocalists.Ĭan you believe there are 3 ballads on this Ozzy album? Say what you want, but the style and design suits him. Most Metal fans probably link “Hellraiser” to Motörhead due to its appearance in Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth, but Lemmy gave it to Ozzy first. According to Zakk Wylde, the track was born out of jam session. Every member got their chance to shine, from the driving bass, to the popping snare, to the subtle riffs, the pulsing keys, and Ozzy’s signature vocals. ![]() “No More Tears” was another mega hit for Ozzy and company. ![]() This inspirational anthem acts as a mantra to Heavy Metal acts fighting for their recognition at the time. “Desire” was never released as a single, but it could have easily been one. Co-written with Lemmy Kilmister, the song was adopted by many of our military troops heading out to fight the war in Iraq. “Mama I’m Coming Home” is perhaps the ballad that officially launched Ozzy into the mainstream. Randy Castillo is front and center with his drumbeats on “I Don’t Want to Change the World.” Ozzy is Ozzy, what can you really say? The chorus is simple and to the point. The track alternates in tempos as it gets darker and more sinister. Tinkertrain.” Bob Daisley’s thumping bass sets the pace while Zakk’s signature guitar squeals can be heard throughout. Ozzy comes out swinging with the demented tale of “Mr. This is a review of the digital format of the album. Four of the songs on the album were co-written by Motörhead front man Lemmy Kilmister, and it was the second Ozzy album featuring Zakk Wylde on guitar. upon its release, and it spawned four Top 10 singles. In 1991 No More Tears was a Top 10 album in the U.S. This edition is only available in digital format or 2 LP. ![]() Ozzy Osbourne’s 6th studio album No More Tears has been given the 30th anniversary treatment, complete with bonus tracks, demos, and live recordings. There is nothing good to say about this release. There might be a song or a performance that is enjoyable, but that is it.Ģ.0 – 2.9: Very weak! There might be a light at the end of the tunnel, too many flaws.ġ.0 – 1.9: This release gives the word “terrible” new meaning.Ġ.1 – 0.9: Awful! Avoid at all cost. Good outweighs bad by just a little.Ĥ.0 – 4.9: Just below average, bad outweighs good by just a little.ģ.0 – 3.9: Mediocre. Road to Nowhere is the eleventh and final track off of Ozzy Osbourne's sixth album No More Tears.10.0: Cannot be improved! Perfect, instant classic! Essential in any record collection.ĩ.5 – 9.9: Fantastic, spectacular and outstanding!ĩ.0 – 9.4: Amazing release! It just lacks that little extra spice to make it perfect.Ĩ.5 – 8.9: Exceptional release! Will likely rank among top ten albums of the year.Ĩ.0 – 8.4: Great release! It has many different qualities.ħ.5 – 7.9: Above average! It is an enjoyable release.ħ.0 – 7.4: It is not brilliant, but has many strong points.Ħ.0 – 6.9: It has its moments, but is not that strong.ĥ.0 – 5.9: Slightly above average, does not stand out.
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