Rudy Sarzo
Rock bass player with Ozzy Osbourne
Born
November 18th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A Cuban-American rock bass player gained prominence in the 1980s. Played with the heavy metal band Quiet Riot, contributing to the success of the album 'Metal Health,' which was the first metal album to reach number one on the Billboard 200. Joined Ozzy Osbourne's band, performing on the album 'Diary of a Madman' and the subsequent tour. Later collaborated with several other notable artists and bands, including Whitesnake and Dio, and continued to perform and record music, establishing a significant presence in the rock music scene.
Played bass on Quiet Riot's 'Metal Health'
Performed with Ozzy Osbourne on 'Diary of a Madman'
Collaborated with Whitesnake and Dio
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