Ultimate Rhoads

Hi I've read quite a few books over the years and im really looking forward to Rudy's book being released ive read the following but can anyone recommend any that i haven't got or read.
Ozzy Osbourne Diary of a Madman Mick Wall Garry Bushell
Ozzy Osbourne Garry Johnson
Ozzy Osbourne Rockdetector Garry Sharpe Young
Quiet Riot The Official Biography Steve Gett
Ozzy Knows Best Chris Nickson
Ozzy Osbourne Randy Rhoads Tribute 1987
Ozzy Osbourne Sounds Fan Library 1983?

Ive read all the Tour programmes and loads of magazines to many to mention.If you know of any good reads please let me know Cheers

Do non of you's read ????
I seen this book on ebay has anyone read it ??
Ozzy Osbourne Biography by Ethlie Ann Vare 1986 i think its quite rare as it got plenty bids on ebay.
I seen another book but its an unofficial book A Life Randy Rhoads its by David A Bene its a limited edition of 300 and its causing a bit of a stir in the Ozzy camp and i heard that Randy's family don't approve and are upset about it as it covers Randy's dark Side (Can you feel the force Luke) Has anyone bought this i thought it was a bit pricey at $35 including shipping.I heard it doesn't have any photos in it so its no good for the non-readers on the forum.

$35 is a bit steep for a book?

The David A Bene book has been discussed at some length at RR.TK, so you might head over there fo a review. I believe I remember Kevin DuBrow saying he was interviewed for that book, so it should be authentic.

Check out this discussion for info...


As for no one reading... no one seems to be posting anymore, so either they are out reading books or it's summertime and they are out enjoying the real world....

Cheers for that RockyRhoads they seem to rate it highly but i think i'll wait for the revised edition if it surfaces. $35 is beau coup money..

I purchased that book-'Randy Rhoads A Life' by David A Bene- on ebay when it first came out. I always check for Randy Rhoads stuff on ebay and it was a new book so I bought it for a good price. It is a really good book that has alot of info that covers Randy's whole life. If any of you get the chance to get one I would highly recomend it.

I read this book and it's really neat. It talks alot about the Quiet Riot days and how much the band got messed around by their record company. Their really is anything that seems bad about Randy, just some of the funny things he did when he was younger.

ViperZ wrote:I purchased that book-'Randy Rhoads A Life' by David A Bene- on ebay when it first came out. I always check for Randy Rhoads stuff on ebay and it was a new book so I bought it for a good price. It is a really good book that has alot of info that covers Randy's whole life. If any of you get the chance to get one I would highly recomend it.

Would u be willing to sell it if you still have it . Does anyone else have a copy they coud sell maybe ? PM me if you can help

You can still get this book on ebay its $29.00 with the shipping costs

I love 'Diary Of A Madman' it was a great read back in 1986 although it will be a little out of date now.

I bought this book from ebay. I just recieved it a couple of days ago. Haven't had a lot of time , so I have just skimmed it. It seems like a good book. I haven't read anything dark or disturbing about Randy in it. The book portrays Randy as a pretty nice guy.

ViperZ wrote:I purchased that book-'Randy Rhoads A Life' by David A Bene- on ebay when it first came out. I always check for Randy Rhoads stuff on ebay and it was a new book so I bought it for a good price. It is a really good book that has alot of info that covers Randy's whole life. If any of you get the chance to get one I would highly recomend it.

This book shows that Randy was indeed a human and not an alien. At least there is not too much of that 'angelic' bullshit promotion there. Very good read for sure with some interesting things I'd never read before. Good book!

GUITARIDOL5682 wrote:You can still get this book on ebay its $29.00 with the shipping costs

Thanks matey gonna go have a 'nose around' then

KrsitineA wrote:I bought this book from ebay. I just recieved it a couple of days ago. Haven't had a lot of time , so I have just skimmed it. It seems like a good book. I haven't read anything dark or disturbing about Randy in it. The book portrays Randy as a pretty nice guy.

Have you hada chance to read it fully yet? and if so was it any good.

I've just been reading the Ozzy Osbourne book by Garry Sharpe Young which is a brilliant read Well recommended.
Bob Daisley mentions the outro to Crazy Train...The slurred narrative entangled in the outro to 'Crazy Train' has lent itself over the years to over many eager theories as to the exact 'meaning' of what Ozzy is saying.In actual fact it isn't Ozzy at all...
"We had this young kid helping out in the studio as a bit of a roadie.Well, he was talking about how much he could drink so of course we took him down the pub.After a pretty heavy drinking session we ended up literally carrying this lad out.Well, we got back to the studio and after he came to he started telling all these silly stories in this funny voice.I remember he had a really odd laugh."The sozzled youngster's guffaws made such an impression on the assembled musicians they decided to capture it for posterity on tape-but not before subjecting the hapless individual to a practical joke of the highest order.
"We put raw eggs in his bed!" Daisley laughs."Of course when he got in they all broke.In the morning he was telling us this story and he was talking in such a strange manner,a bit like a madman actually,we got it all on tape.So, what you hear at the end of 'Crazy Train' is not Ozzy but this young kisd answering our question What was in your bed ???'An eeegggg!!!'''

Has anyone got this book?? I've just getting it on ebay for a bargain price of £3.49 including postage and packing.I was curious to know how many RR photos are in this ..If anyone has the book could they post the Randy photos up on here Cheers

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