Legends United

Slash and Ozzy Osbourne — two titans of rock — captured in a rare, electric moment backstage at “Back to the Beginning”, the monumental farewell celebration for Black Sabbath in their hometown of Birmingham.
Photo by Meegan Hodges

This isn’t just another backstage photo. It’s a snapshot of living history.

Slash, the top-hatted riff master of Guns N’ Roses, and Ozzy, the Prince of Darkness himself, share more than fame — they share a legacy of breaking rules, defying death, and reshaping rock music forever. From the smoke-filled clubs of the Sunset Strip to the gritty streets of Aston, their journeys have been soaked in chaos, genius, and the relentless power of sound.

Now, in the very city where heavy metal was born, their paths collide once more — not as mere performers, but as survivors, rebels, and undisputed kings of the riff.

Ozzy’s return to Birmingham marks the end of an era, and Slash’s presence by his side makes it feel like the universe itself took a bow. For fans, it’s a dream come true. For music, it’s a reminder that legends never fade — they evolve.

 This image is a bridge across generations, a love letter to the loud, the wild, and the unapologetically loud.
 Long live rock ’n’ roll. Forever and ever.