When Ozzy Osbourne was fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, it marked the end of the original lineup's classic era.
During a recent appearance on the Bob Lefsetz podcast, bassist Geezer Butler detailed the difficult decision to dismiss the Prince of Darkness.
“It was heartbreaking because we'd all grown up together. We fought against the odds together,” the bassist explained. "We performed miracles, making the band successful. And it was heartbreaking. It's like cutting your arm off.”
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