DECEMBER 19, 2007, 8:20 pm
Ozzy Osbourne is unable to perform his Thursday, December 20 show at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, OH due to an unforeseen personal family matter. Because of scheduling conflicts, the show is unable to be rescheduled. Refunds are available at point of purchase and Ozzy apologizes for the inconvenience to his Cleveland fans. The tour resumes in New York City at Madison Square Garden this Saturday, December 22nd.

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ozzy doesnt control the schedual
ozzy doesnt write or control the tour schedual, thats why he hires a management company to do that. i know that he would love to perform. but he doesnt get to say i want to go here or there, management just hands him a tour itinarary this is where you are going to go this year. SO AGAIN IT'S NOT HIS FAULT HE CANT RESCHEDUAL!!! family first OZZ!
OZZY WILL ROCK AGIN!!!!
ozzy will always rock no matter how many bats heads he bites off or how many elevators he s***s in or how old he gets hes a legend and his name will ring through all time I LOVE OZZY!!!!!!
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FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK I SALUTE U!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WE SHOULD NEVER FORGET OR FORGIVE HIM FOR THIS!!!
It is bad enough that he cancelled the show in Cleveland, OH, but he didn't just let down the people in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. What about all the fans in the approximate 100 mile radius of Cleveland and beyond, who were counting on this, myself included? If he really cared about his fans, he would reschedule for Cleveland, or somewhere nearby. I live in Erie, PA, why not here, as he did in past years? Why not Pittsburgh, PA? Buffalo, NY? The man is probably a trillionaire. He should reschedule for this part of the country, he can and should be able to fit us in! He can certainly afford to fly in and do it! I hope that the rich bastard reads this!
Response to DAVID HOMER "CLEVELAND"
David,
Why don't you grow up? There is more to life that DAVID HOMER...Ozzy has a family to take care of and I imagine you do to...do you think he needs to hear from your whiney little mouth?????
Don't be so selfish...
Lets hope Ozzy and his family are healthy and happy...just as I hope you and your family are as well...
-Matt
Ozzy please come to cleveland
quicken loans still has the 24th of Jan open..you can do it ozz
sol
Family is #1! Glad Ozzy shares my view!
Money is NOT everything. It is a shame some of us feel that way.
Keep on rocking OZZ!!!! You are ALWAYS # 1.....
Finally!
Finally there are some people other than me who understand about the concert ceing cancelled.Ya I was bummed out and disappointed, but guess what, his family comes first as it should. Don't worry Oz you have your true fans behind you 100%.
Wow
I took most of the week off from work, my fiancee flew in from New Mexico, then we drove 8 hours from Tennessee, spent $1000 at the Ritz Carlton, and we found out the concert was canceled 15 minutes befre arriving at our hotel. We still had a good time in Cleveland (because it ROCKS)! This is the 4th time he has canceld on me, thank goodness I have seen him over 30 other times. I hope the rumors aren' t true and that every thing is OK with Ozzy.
Hurt for the young and old fans
Hey fans out there... I am a 35 year old female rocker and I was to take my 14 year old nephew and my 50 year old husband to see the man. I am a nurse and I had worked 16 hours to attend this concert and ran home to get ready and ticketmaster had called. This was at 10:30 at night. I had to call my husband who also was a nurse, I had to call him at the hospital and give him the disappointing news. He had seeen Ozzy with Black Sabbath in 1976 and I rocked in the 90's to him. We were hoping to share the love with our wonderful nephew who just started playing the ax and who loves the great "Randy". Hey Ozzy the money not the isssue we just wanted to see you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I dont like disappointming my 2 favorite men , because I had to cancel on Ozzfest this year due to my father dying. Please dont make me a 3rd time looser!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
How some people can be so rude?
Man i sure hope that everyone in the Ozz -Family is alright now.I would have understood if he would have had to cancel the OK City Tour.It would have dissapointed me,but i sure as heck wouldn`t belly ache about it like some of you did.That is just rude.Any Family Emergency is important after all it`s the most important thing in most of our lifes.I know it is in mine.Blessings to the Ozzy Family.Sure hope that everyone is alright now.We loved the concert.Thank you .It made the best X-Mas present for us the whole PIKE Family.Sincerely John,Heike,Teveren,John John and Justin.
cleveland
Well. let,s just say if the family issue is drastic he will also cancel the show in nyc on today the 22nd. I personally think that its all a bunch of crap. I payed $ to get pre release access, took off work , hired a baby sitter, payed 75 $ for the comfort inn right by the wolstien center,(non refundable). Actually drove down there from rochester ny. And it's effin canceled.
I want ozzy or sharon to pay my exspenses. 75 for the comfort inn,, 45 for pre buy access, 200 for gas and fifty for food and fifty for a baby sitter. and 12.50 for a inconvienence fee.
I think every one that spent and didn't get see him should get all our money back that we can't get refunded. It is about the money I spent money that I didn't have to go see the oz.
EVERYONE SHOULD COMPLAIN ABOUT LOST MONEY AND SEE JUST HOW STAND UP AND BEHIND HIS FANS HE REALLY IS.
David Homer Avon NY
I hope everything gets sorted out
Love + wishes to Ozzy and the whole of the Osbournes. I hope this is nothing serious.
My thoughts are with you.
Give Ozzy a Break!!!
GOD DAMN PEOPLE!!! Give the Ozzman some slack ey? I can understand how pissed off you all are about what's happened but ey, lay off on Ozzy man. The guy's a family man and has to be there for any major problems that may occur, he's just like any one of us. We would all do the same if we were all in his shoes I bet. Besides, who's to say he may end up coming back to Cleveland after it's all sorted out to kick your f***in' asses. KEEP ON ROCKIN' OZZY!!!
I HOPE EVERYTHING IS OKAY!!
I just hope and pray that everything is alright with the Osbournes. It may be a press ploy, an excuse, a cop-out, or a real family issue. Does anyone REALLY know? The truth will come out if it's meant to and only when the Osbournes want it to. Maybe it IS Sharon's managing issues or Ozzy's distaste for Cleveland. Who Knows? Yes, if I had tickets to the show, I would be very upset. I have tickets to tomorrow night's Madison Square show and if he had to cancel, I'd be terribly sad and disappointed but would continue to support the man who changed my life forever with his voice, lyrics,music, creativity and intensity. Ozzy has been a part of my soul, my musical spirituality and my life for 30 years. I have unconditional love for him forever, whether he has to cancel shows to which I have tickets or can't perform for as long or whatever. Ozzy is a caring, intelligent, dedicated, soulful, down-to-earth musician/man and more power to him for even touring for God's sake. He's been on tour since May! He did a world tour (Germany, Russia, England, etc. etc. etc.) then Ozzfest, now Ozzy/Zombie North American Tour. For you Cleveland fans, please find it in your hearts to forgive. You never know. Maybe Oz will make it up to you some how. Write to the concert venue or to the Osbourne site or myspace page. Just try to be nice about it, even though you're really, REALLY, frustrated and upset. Thank you!! Peace! Merry Christmas!! Happy New Year!!
that sucks.
That sucks! well whatever it is Ozzy..... i hope all is well! all of your TRUE fans understand and wish you and your family the best of luck! Merry Christmas!!!
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Goodbye to Romance. Goodbye to Friends.
Goodbye to all the Past.
I guess that we'll meet,
we'll meet in the end.
I understand but it still sucks
Spent months waiting, money for hotel, sitter and tickets... Scored 3rd row seats...
I did go to House of Blues to see Rob Zombie. Even after 5 beers I couldnt get over the fact that I SHOULD have been watching Rob from 3rd row, not from so far back that my only view was lots of people's heads and TV screens.
I just dont see why there wasn't some way Ozzy couldn;t have rescheduled, He is taking 2 wks off for Christmas.
Notice how they booked another show in Halifax after the first one sold out... May there is something to the money angle...
Scared To Be In Cleveland
I love ozzy, but I think he's just scared of Cleveland. Come on man grow up and come to Cleveland. You're just pissing off al Cleveland fans and your excuse for not comming is family problems.... yah right. I didn't see your family problem all over the news, which shows me the you just chickened out from your Cleveland show. Come back to prove me wrong asap and I'll try to get there if your prices for tickets arn't $90.00 - $20.00. I'll be there with my friends who are now dissapointed at you now. Well have a f***ing merry christmas!
Ticketmaster refund
I am really bummed about not seeing Ozzy in Cleveland, but thank God I bought tickets for Detroit too. He rocked and so did Rob Zombie. I can understand Ozzy cancelling due to family issues. My big complaint is that Ticketmaster is charging $3.60 per order to refund our money = not my fault = I was willing to pay their ridiculous fees if I actually got to see Ozzy. Why don't I get ALL of my money back? Not to mention I had to join the fan club twice to get the pre-sale code - still waiting for one shirt.
Merry Christmas!!
BLS RULES!!!
Reshedule OZZY-PLEASE!!!!
We bought tickets for the Cleveland show because it would be a shorter drive and better day??
WOW WISH WE HAD WENT TO DETRIOT INSTEAD!!!
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY..And Hope all is well..
But this is the second time I missed your show BECAUSE YOU CANCELLED ..
I was so looking forward to seeing YOU & ROB ZOMBIE!!!
PLEASE CONSIDER RETURNING TO OHIO IN 2008!!!!PLEASE
Cleveland has more class then this ( I HOPE )
He has his family to deal with. That's what makes a man. We in Cleveland will see him again. Let's just hope all is well with his family. MERRY CHRISTMAS 2 EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)
rescheduling
For those of you angry that the tour cannot be rescheduled, it just might not be Ozzy's fault. Do you people have any idea how many events are at the Wolstein Center? Every Cleveland schools graduation in the spring, as well as CSU, plus many other concerts. In addition, CSU basketball games, mens and womens are played there. It could be that a date that Ozzy has open, is already booked at the Wolstein for something else. The American Cancer Society is also holding events there. AND last but not least, one of the main event buildings for CSU is closing soon, so that means all other CSU events from the student organizations will be at the center. So perhaps there really is no date that works for both Ozzy and the Wolstein center. Give the man a break, and take his word that he can't perform and it is impossible to be rescheduled.
Let me Clarify
I posted earlier and wanted to clarify something to those who are jumping on those of us who are upset about the cancellation...
I have a family and understand that things like this come up. Heck, I have had to take days off work for my family. But, when I do, I make up the time.
The part that upsets me more than the cancellation is the "show is unable to be rescheduled" part.
Ozzy...take care of the family then take care of the fans.
Love From Lady Malice
I know when something like this happens people are disapointed, but really people Ozzy is just like you and I and I am sure his fans will understand this unfortunate turn. I love you Ozzy! I wish nothing but the best for you and your family!
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***Lady Malice***
OZZY IS ALWAYS TOPS
I have been an Ozzyhead since the Randy day's. I had planned to take my Wife and two kids 16 and 14 years old. I can understand a family emergency and have had a couple a time or two myself, so lay off the guy. I am disappointed that we'll miss the Ozzy and Zakk magic that happends when the two of them take the stage but I'm not a fair weather fan or a poser. I've been an Ozzy head for 20+ years and will continue too listen to Ozzy loud and proud.
Ozzy, hope you and yours are well. We'll be awaiting your return.
And for the people bashing Cleveland, go buy your dope somewhere else then!!!!!!
Love Ya Oz.
Easy does mate
Dear Ozz, from one brum to another, easy does it. take care of what God blest you with first. If Ozz fans truly love you, they will understand. You and your family are always in my prayers. I hope your Christmas "ROCKS". Gob Bless, Buzzy
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Buzzymuzzwelle
One disappointed Rocker.......
My son is 15 and Ozzy is the person that introduced him to Rock -N- Roll music when he was 12 - because of Ozzy's music he now takes guitar lessons and Zack Wilde is his hero - My son is CRUSHED that he isn't going to get to see Ozzy - he was totally psyched about it - on top of the world - these tickets were a part of our Christmas present to him and now what. My son is in the process of creating an Ozzy tribute drawing for his 2D design class at school (they could do it on any subject) - he is freehanding it in tribute to his idol - he thinks there is no other better rocker out there than Ozzy - now what.
I know Ozzy has family issues but he could at least try to re-schedule this concert - take that time out to make it up to his loyal and dedicated fans. You can't imagine what this is doing to him - it's soooo sad.
What's Christmas gonna be for my son now - but a disappointed memory :(
Disappointed AGAIN
2 years worth of OzFest Tickets - $50.00
Gas driving to shows - $100.00
Hotel charges for cancelled reservations - (Don't want to drive 2 hours after drinking at shows) - $300.00
Not seeing Ozzy AGAIN because he cancels - Priceless?????
Understand "family matters" but, why does it seem that all his Ohio shows get cancelled. How many shows does he not have to do before he might want to make it right and actually reschedule? I'm about done trying to see him. Its costing me too much.
Ticket price can be refunded...but what about the other costs to "not" see him. Is there a refund policy somewhere for that?
And the disappointment...how can you put a price on that?
do u have a family
If u have 1 you would know how it is no matter how screwed up others think thay are thay are yours ozzy is a feeling not a show god bless u and yours u have given us all so much allready through you words we should be happy with what we allready have insted of what we want rock on ozzy will allways rule
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Rick jacobson
I'm bummed out...
Well I planned on driving 4 hours to Cleveland,, even had hotel reservations & tickets to the rock n roll hall of fame (even though it's a huge joke.. and a waste of money)....
I guess I'll just use the money now to spoil myself at Christmas....
Rescheduled show
StubHub is saying this show has been rescheduled for 1-27-08. Check it out on their website
not a total bust
Got tickets to go see Rob Zombie at House of Blues, since I already had paid the sitter and booked a hotel room (I am driving from 4 hrs away). Saw that In Those MOment will be there too, not sure I wanna hear her.. Just sucks that I have been waiting for 21 yrs for the chance to see Ozzy again..
Ticket Master is a rip off
The only problem is the $ 7.00 + in fees that are not being refunded . Dig in your pocket my good man and send us a friggin shirt , sticker , anything !!!!!
Ozzy Rules!!!!
Just admit it guys, we live in f***in Cleveland, does anything good happen to us anymore !!
s***
Oh s*** man that sucks. I had Tix to that man. Thats finee though. Ill see you in New York man. Ill be at everyone this tour.!!!!!!
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Ozzy Fukin Osbourne!