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Ozzfest's Possible 2027 Comeback Teased by Sharon Osbourne

2/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Sharon Osbourne hinted at a potential return of Ozzfest in 2027 during a recent interview.
She has been in talks with Live Nation about reviving the festival.
The official Ozzfest social media accounts teased the comeback.
The festival originally launched the careers of Slipknot and System of a Down.
The last Ozzfest occurred in 2018 as a single event.

History

Historical Context

Ozzfest, launched by Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne in 1996, transformed the heavy metal festival landscape, attracting over 30,000 fans annually and featuring bands like Slayer and Korn. The festival's success followed Ozzy's resurgence in the 1980s and 1990s, culminating in a 10th anniversary celebration in 2006. Sharon's recent talks with Live Nation about a 2027 revival highlight Ozzfest's lasting influence on heavy metal culture.

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Story summary

Sharon Osbourne hinted at a potential return of Ozzfest in 2027 during a recent interview.
She has been in talks with Live Nation about reviving the festival.
The official Ozzfest social media accounts teased the comeback.
The festival originally launched the careers of Slipknot and System of a Down.
The last Ozzfest occurred in 2018 as a single event.

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