Ozzy The Butcher, the latest album by legendary metal artist Ozzy Osbourne, is a tour-de-force of heavy riffs, thunderous drums, and Osbourne's signature vocals. The album's 10 tracks showcase Osbourne's continued prowess as a songwriter and performer, with each song carrying a distinct mood and energy.
From the driving opener "Scream for Me" to the moody closer "Darkness Falls," Ozzy The Butcher is a relentless assault on the senses. Songs like "Blood and Bone" and "Painkiller" showcase Osbourne's ability to craft memorable hooks and choruses, while tracks like "Witchcraft" and "The Devil's Playground" are exercises in pure aggression.
The album's production is top-notch, with every instrument and vocal track given room to breathe and shine. The guitar work, courtesy of Osbourne's longtime collaborator Zakk Wylde, is particularly impressive, with each solo and riff perfectly complementing the song it's in.