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King Diamond Swaps Longtime Guitarist for Ex-Ozzy Gus G

7/25/2026

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King Diamond announced guitarist Andy LaRocque left and former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Gus G will replace him.
LaRocque played on all twelve King Diamond studio albums since 1985, ending with the 2024 single “Spider Lilly.”
The band, which called the split mutual and posted a message, said it is a “big honor” to welcome Gus G, who will keep his projects while recording and touring.

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King Diamond announced guitarist Andy LaRocque left and former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Gus G will replace him.
LaRocque played on all twelve King Diamond studio albums since 1985, ending with the 2024 single “Spider Lilly.”
The band, which called the split mutual and posted a message, said it is a “big honor” to welcome Gus G, who will keep his projects while recording and touring.