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Rob Zombie Announces Lineup Change for Solo Band
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Rob Zombie Announces Lineup Change for Solo Band

There’s been a shakeup in Rob Zombie’s band. On January 30th, bassist Piggy D announced that he had departed the group. Rob “Blasko” Nicholson, the band’s original bassist from 1997 to 2006, is back in the fold.

Zakk Sabbath, Featuring Blasko, Announce Double Album Ahead of Tour
Concerts & Tours

Zakk Sabbath, Featuring Blasko, Announce Double Album Ahead of Tour

Zakk Wylde’s Black Sabbath tribute trio, Zakk Sabbath, is about to hit the road for two months and has just revealed their next album, “Doomed Forever Forever Doomed.”

Zakk Sabbath and Blasko Release “Vertigo”
New Albums

Zakk Sabbath and Blasko Release “Vertigo”

Black Label Society and former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Zakk Wylde has released a new album with his Black Sabbath tribute band called Zakk Sabbath, entitled “Vertigo”. Bassist Rob “Blasko” Nicholson explains how it came together.

Ozzy Osbourne Announces New “No More Tours 2” Dates
Concerts & Tours

Ozzy Osbourne Announces New “No More Tours 2” Dates

Ozzy Osbourne has announced a new round of dates in his “No More Tours 2” farewell tour. The former Black Sabbath singer will once again be joined by longtime collaborators Zakk Wylde, Tommy Clufetos, Adam Wakeman, and Blasko on bass. The North American leg of the outing will also feature support from Megadeth, who will be celebrating their 35th anniversary....

Blasko Launches New Podcast
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Blasko Launches New Podcast

If you’re into heavy metal, you’re going to want to listen to this. Blasko has a new podcast called “A New Level” that explores the genre by way of interviews with titans in the industry. The bassist, who has worked with Ozzy Osbourne, Rob Zombie, Danzig and more, is also an artist manager and approaches the podcast with the idea...

Ozzy Osbourne Reveals North American Tour Dates With Blasko on Bass
Concerts & Tours

Ozzy Osbourne Reveals North American Tour Dates With Blasko on Bass

Ever since Ozzy Osbourne announced he will stop touring after a massive farewell tour, we’ve been waiting for the North American dates. Now the first set has been revealed. Ozzy, who will be joined by longtime bassist Rob “Blasko” Nicholson, will first hit two festivals in Florida in April before heading out at the end of August. The trek will...

Blasko To Join Ozzy Osbourne on Farewell World Tour
Concerts & Tours

Blasko To Join Ozzy Osbourne on Farewell World Tour

Just months after playing his final concert with Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne has announced his own Farewell World Tour that’s slated to last into 2020. The metal pioneer may be finishing up his time on the road, but that doesn’t mean he’ll be done with music altogether. “People keep asking me when I’m retiring,” he says. “This will be my...