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Black Sabbath’s Turmoil: Ozzy Returns, Walker’s Era Ignored

11/29/2025

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In late 1977, Black Sabbath faced turmoil as Ozzy Osbourne departed.
The band hired Dave Walker as a temporary frontman while preparing Never Say Die!.
Walker, formerly with Fleetwood Mac and Savoy Brown, introduced a different sound.
Osbourne returned and refused to perform material from Walker's tenure.
Footage on the UK show Look! Hear! reveals Walker with Black Sabbath, including an early version of Junior's Eyes.

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Story summary

In late 1977, Black Sabbath faced turmoil as Ozzy Osbourne departed.
The band hired Dave Walker as a temporary frontman while preparing Never Say Die!.
Walker, formerly with Fleetwood Mac and Savoy Brown, introduced a different sound.
Osbourne returned and refused to perform material from Walker's tenure.
Footage on the UK show Look! Hear! reveals Walker with Black Sabbath, including an early version of Junior's Eyes.