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Bark At The Moon Demos -
Hi again Bob -
Just found this on YouTube - looks Interesting, the chap has listed the entire album's worth of 'demos' - I wonder how he got hold of these?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glrpfMDN2tY
Best regards Rich.
'Not sure, maybe the engineer
'Not sure, maybe the engineer Max Norman. They're not really 'demos', they're backing tracks. Thanks mate, interesting. Cheers, Bob.
No rest for the wicked
Hi Bob, the bonus tracks of no rest for the wicked, the track called the liar, the piano is credit for john sinclair, you gave don a buyout to record the song, ive listen to sinclair piano playing, its sounds nowhere to his ability to create piano parts like that and its never credited in the album? i know you have nothing to do with ozzmosis and down to earth did you know that zakk wylde payed jake e lee to give him riffs and melody lines for solos and even recorded on the down to earth album if anyone listens carefully its obvious and for no rest for the wicked tattoed dancer, miracle man, hero are jake e lee riffs and solos, ive asked zakk wylde few years back he just got really mad at me so its was obvious it was true, but why does ozzy doesnt credit jake e lee and don for the work on those albums?
Hi Elvis, I think that you
Hi Elvis, I think that you must have your wires crossed, Jake had nothing to do with 'No Rest' and John Sinclair did play on it, not Don Airey. I've never heard anything about Jake and Zakk even being in contact, 'must be more inaccurate rumours. Cheers, Bob.
Wow!
Hi again Bob, hope you got the Rainow LA Connection video I posted, not sure the link worked so sent it separately too,.
Just spotted you have put up the Isolated bass and drums to Bark at The Moon - Awesome!!! I pretty much figured nearly all of your 'fills' but there were some bits I missed in the outro solo section. What software do you use to extract these parts? Its damn good stuff, I'm guessing you don't have access to the 2" multitrack tho ...!
Thankyou once again for being such an inspiration with your playing and your kind approach towards your fans, It really means alot. Can't wait for the book. Laters dude. Rich.
Hi Rich, No, I don't have
Hi Rich, No, I don't have access to the two-inch masters, probably the O$bournes have those. Someone sent me the bass 'n' drum tracks of BATM, 'not sure where he got them though. Cheers mate, Bob.
Rainbow!
Hi again Bob, just seen this on the Ronnie Dio Facebook page, I figured it's a 'mime' but nonetheless a great, great tune with a very cool bass player! Don't know if you remember seeing/filming this, thought I'd share it here.
Hi Rich, Yeah that was a
Hi Rich, Yeah that was a mime, it was done in a studio in NY state in 1978. Those were the days... Cheers mate, Bob.
Thank You Bob
Bob
I am 44 years old and have loved Blizzard of Ozz since the year it came out. My first Ozzy show was (I believe) the second or third show played without Randy on the Diary tour (I have regretted missing him my entire life!!!).
I just had to say thank you for putting out all you have and telling these stories of that time, or Randy and Ozzy, etc.
I have had this personal obsession for nearly 20 years, based on nothing more than logic and gut instinct, that there is no way in the world Ozzy wrote the lyrics on these albums. I went out of my way to look this up and ask people semi-close to Ozzy if they thought he actually wrote them and could never get a straight answer (he didn't write for Sabbath and suddenly he picked up a pen and wrote these songs?? I found it hard to believe). Your words, while giving Ozzy some credit, ring very very true to me. You have solved my mystery at long last, and I am thankful! (How many times can they fill us with lies and I listen ... again???) YOUR LYRICS on those albums are of course some of the best in rock history, as well as the music. Kudos!!
A true story - when I was 13 at summer camp we formed a habit to listen to Crazy Train before each sporting event to get pumped up .... then 30 years later ... every sporting event in the US now plays those opening bars!!!!! Life is weird ... thanks Bob!!!
Mike
You're welcome Mike and thank
You're welcome Mike and thank you for taking the time to tell this. You'll probably enjoy my forthcoming book 'For Facts Sake!', it's all in there in detail. I hope to have it out later this year. Thanks again, cheers and all the best, Bob.
Ampeg settings etc.
Hi Bob,
I am contacting you again because I am curious if you can recall the settings when using the SVT amp. Which channel did you use? How did you set bass, middle and treble? At what frequency was the mid switch? Did you use the ultra hi and ultra lo switches?
Did your old Precisions have the 7 1/4" fretboard radius and if so, do you like a rounder fretboard radius and why?
Do you have any recollections of Ray Gillen and how did you like the Badlands material?
Concerning Jake E. Lee there are nasty rumors he's turned into a crackhead ( living in Las Vegas ) which I hope aren't true. It's a crying shame that he's not doing the music thing anymore like you would expect from him. I think there's still a lot of music in him and he needs to get back out there. So I really hope you somehow get in tough with him and kick his behind.
Cheers,
Roger
Hi Roger, I'd have to have
Hi Roger, I'd have to have the ol' SVT sitting in front of me to tell you exactly what channel I used but the setting were usually - bass and middle just over half way and treble just under half way. The three switches at the top were usually on the 'middle/flat' setting, sometimes I'd use the 'Ultra Low' too. I like to push the level hard and drive the amp to almost just under distortion level, to make it 'growl'. I have lots of old Precisions but you probably mean the 1961 slab-board one. I'm not sure of the nack radius but the signature bass that I've designed, The Black Beauty, has the exact neck dimensions as the '61 P, which I like. I thought that Badlands were a good band, 'shame that it had to end and an even bigger shame was the loss of Ray. I've heard those rumours about Jake as well but I don't believe anything until I know for sure or have seen it myself. Jake did an album a few years ago called 'Retraced', it's worth a listen, he plays well. I hope that the rumours are unfounded and that Jake's okay. All the best, Bob.
X-Ray demos
Hi Bob, my name is martin and i'm from argentina.
I love your work on with ozzy, sabbath and rainbow. The reason i write to yo is that I've just found on internet that Ozzy, Steve and you were on a project called X-ray in the 90s and you recorded around 15 songs, but they never were released so i wanted to know why and if the demos exists somewhere because i didn't find too much information about this.
Regards,
Martin
Hi Martin, Yes in 1994 we
Hi Martin, Yes in 1994 we worked together but the project was shelved. It was Ozzy, Steve, me and a drummer called Dean Castronovo, I have a couple of the recordings and probably Steve has more but I don't think that any of them will be released. There's a story about that whole situation in my forthcoming book 'For Facts Sake!' that explains what happened. All the best, Bob.
For facts sake
Hi Bob, Thanks for replying.
I thought when the Blizzard album came out and the tour was announced, that the band was to be Blizzard of Ozz and not a OZZY's Solo carrier kicking off. Although, really privileged to see you and Lee working together as the beating heart of the band, I was disappointed that by the time the Madman tour came around, there was a new line up. It was really good to see Randy playing again, I remember a girl running on stage mid solo, flinging Randy around as she tried to kiss him, but Randy being the true professional, just smiled and did not miss a note. It is a shame that the Randy Documentary was handled so badly, as he really deserves someone with a bit more respect and professionalism to release something. I am sure that Kelle and the rest of the Rhoads family feel as you do and I hope for the sake of all, this one remains on the cutting room floor. I sincerely hope that you find a way to get your "Holy Grail" tapes published in some format.
Rock has lost some genuinely awesome talent over the past couple of years mainly Gary and Ronnie Dio, but their legacy will live on for many generations. I'm sure they will be fondly remembered in your up an coming book. There must be a great going on up there.
I am sure your book will be a massive seller, When it released, would it be possible to get a signed copy?
If so what would I need to do?
Thanks again.
Ian Hanson
Hi Ian, Yes I'm sure that
Hi Ian, Yes I'm sure that there were many like you who expected to see the band that created that music playing it live but then again, the credits on 'Diary' were misleading anyway. I'd love to be able to get the 'Grail' out there, maybe one day... If you'd like a signed copy of 'For Facts Sake!' just notify the webmaster. Cheers mate, Bob.
Bobby Chouinard book
Hello my uncle Bobby Chouinard worked with you with Gary Moore I am working on a book and I have some photos of the band taken from neil z. If you had any time I would like to include you in the book.Hope all is well and look forward in hearing from you..Roger Chouinard
Hi Roger, Yes I remember
Hi Roger, Yes I remember Bobby well, he's mentioned a couple of times in my forthcoming book. I'm still working on the final edits but it should be finished within the next couple of months. I'd love to see the photos. Cheers, Bob.
Thanks for the music
Hi Bob, Just discovered your great site. Looking forward to getting my copy of for facts sake. I watched you and Randy in ore in Cardiff Sofia gardens on the blzzard to
ur, you changed the face of music for me and so many others of my generation. 30 years since Randy's passing and both blizzard and Diary still timeless masterpieces. Thanks for the music Bob.
Hi Ian, Thanks for the
Hi Ian, Thanks for the appreciation, without the fans and music lovers, the music would be pointless. All the best, Bob.
Randy Rhoads and Thank you for your music and professionalism
Dear Mr. Daisley,
My name is Gene from New jersey. I want to first, Thank you for being a true professional and craftsman's at your art. IMHO, Ozzy's best records are those that have your talents on them. The first time I heard the first 2 ozzy's records I was 6 yrs old in my parents basement while my brothers was blasting the records on the turntables as my parents were not home. I as well I'm a bass player and greatly influence by you, Billy Sheehan, James Jameson (to name a few). I have one question that lingers in my mind every time I hear a piece of rock music. What would have been if Randy was alive today? After reading "Off the Rails" by Mr.sarzo I immediately went to youtube to listen to last know live recording of RR performances. I can hear an even greater transformation in his playing. I truly hope someday soon the "holy Grail" will be released, we truly need to hear and have in our hands the music you and Randy made during those sessions…All the best in life, health and any endeavors you take on my friend. Thank you so much Mr.Daisley.
Hi GG, Randy certainly
Hi GG, Randy certainly developed in The Blizzard of Ozz, that band brought out the best in us all. I'm sure that Randy would've continued to develop in his playing, he wanted to attain his Masters Degree in Classical. I don't think that he would've stayed away from Rock indefinitely though, it was too much a part of him. We'll never know for sure, so it's best to focus on what he did when he was here instead of what might've been. All the best to you, rock on mate! BD.
Dunno if you've already seen
Dunno if you've already seen this Bob, but it made me chuckle! Best wishes, Rich
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E78dXfhf04g&feature=youtu.be
Hi Rich, No, I hadn't seen
Hi Rich, No, I hadn't seen that, it's hilarious, it should go viral. Thanks mate, Bob.
Diary of A Madman etc ...
Hi again Bob, many thanks for your reply, been listening alot to those first 5 Ozzy albums recently, you weren't wrong when you said Mr Kerslake was the perfect drummer for that band - the interplay between the two of you on 'Diary .. ' is genius, such an evolution on (and in such a short space of time) from the perenially brilliant 'Blizzard ..' album, and now that I know that you wrote so many of those lyrics, there is a tapestry to those recordings I'd never really considered before, Ozzy's unique voice and plaintive delivery suited them perfectly. A couple of more questions, if you don't mind - What was the fretless you used on the Bark at The Moon album? and was it you and Jake E Lee that crafted most of the music for that record?? So Tired really is Paul McCartney - a lyrical bassline!
Thanks again for all the musical magic, I will definately be purchasing For Facts Sake!
Respectfully yours, Rich, Peterborough England.
Hi Rich, The fretless bass on
Hi Rich, The fretless bass on 'Bark' is a Guild B-301, it's in the Tokyo Hardrock Cafe now. Yes, Jake and I put the music together between us, I had a good rapport with Jake. The old McCartney influence does come out in 'So Tired', I must admit. It's all in 'For Facts Sake!', all that and more... Cheers mate, Bob.
Your book!
Hi there Bob, great to hear that you are completing a Biography book! ever since I played bass in a short lived but feisty Ozzy tribute band back in 06/07 and I asked about the No More Tears bass line on your forum and you wrote me a reply (!) I've been interested in your story, and have been fascinated by your playing and contribution to those early classic Ozzy albums. I teach guitar and bass for a living (as well as playing and recording in various bands) and was recently tutoring the bass to Bark At The Moon - could you tell me what bass you used on that album? I was guessing it was the 1961 P.Bass ? It has a lovely low end 'growl' to it, and is a joy of a tune to play along to.
All the very best with the book, and as many have said before, I think its bloody despicable the way the Osbournes have treated you and Lee over the years, without your creative input, lyrics and talent Ozzy would have struggled to establish a career.
Hi Rich, Yes it was the '61 P
Hi Rich, Yes it was the '61 P bass through an Ampeg SVT, I always like a bit of 'growl'. Hopefully the book will be out later this year, it's titled 'For Facts Sake!' All the best mate, Bob.
Thanks for getting back 2 me!
Hi Bob, thanks for getting back to me (& so quickly!!). It's such a privilege & a pleasure communicating with you. If its at all possible (I definitely don't want to be a nuisance or a pain in the ass), I really would love to meet you if you're ever down in Melbourne. Please let me know if there's anytime you're available (Drinks on me!!!) or if you're making any public appearances, playing a gig or whatever!
......I guess tomorrow will be a day of mixed feelings for you. 30 years on but your partnership with Randy will live on forever. God bless you both!
Hi Marqus, 'Not sure when
Hi Marqus, 'Not sure when I'll be down there next but like I said, i do visit from time to time. Do you have a donkey or mule, or do you mean 'arse'? Thanks mate for remembering this day, sad but a reminder of our partnership. Cheers squire, Bob.
studio outtakes
Dear Bob, I sincerely hope there is some way to get those outtakes released, I don't need to tell you how important those albums are to my generation, thank you for being a part of it. Too bad we cant count on the Osbournes to do the right thing, hopefully there's a way to go around them for the fans sake. Thanks again Bob, take care, Doug
Yes Doug, I'd love for the
Yes Doug, I'd love for the fans to be able to hear them, maybe one day I'll find a way. I certainly hope so. Cheers, Bob.
The elusive Jake E Lee
"Bob Daisley wrote 16 hours 41 min ago
Hi Marqus, No, I haven't had contact with Jake for many years, I've tried but no one knows where he is. I'd like to do book signings but that will probably be down to the publisher. Maybe see you in Melbourne! Cheers mate, Bob".
Hi Bob, I've read in the past that Jake now lives in Las Vegas. And its actually confirmed in the new "Beggars & Thieves" clip for their song "We Come Undone". Here's a link to it on Youtube. Jake's actually in the clip at around the 2.30 mark which includes a couple of comments about him. Check it out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIEnmIVDqno
Are you in Melbourne often? Is there any chance of meeting you?
Hi Marquis, Thanks for the
Hi Marquis, Thanks for the clip, it's good to see Jake playing well. I've tried to contact him a couple of times via his daughter's email address but he didn't get back to me. 'Seems as though he wants to lie low. I do come to Melbourne from time to time, no plans to at the moment though. Cheers mate, Bob.
Randy Rhoads - The Blizzard Band - 30 years later
In memory of Randy Rhoads and the music you created together:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIuxY1pZq-I
Thanks for that, it's always
Thanks for that, it's always nice to see Randy remembered. Those Osbournes continue to attempt to rewrite history. It wasn't Ozzy's 'solo' career, it was a band called The Blizzard of Ozz. It made me laugh when $haron said "We found a studio called Ridge Farm." She had nothing to do with any of it, she was in America where she stayed until just before the release of the first album. I found Ridge Farm, David and Don Arden continued to manage us from the conception of the band, she took over later. It gets old... Thanks again, all the best, Bob.
Book signings?
Hi Bob,
My God I can't wait for the release of your book! Really looking forward to reading about your relationships with Randy & Jake (do you still have contact with Jake by any chance?), amongst countless others of course! Are you planning on doing any book signings in Melbourne when 'For Facts Sake!' (love the title by the way) is released? Would love to get the book signed & shake your golden hand.
Regards,
Marqus
Hi Marqus, No, I haven't had
Hi Marqus, No, I haven't had contact with Jake for many years, I've tried but no one knows where he is. I'd like to do book signings but that will probably be down to the publisher. Maybe see you in Melbourne! Cheers mate, Bob.
Why weren;t you on the "Still Got the Blues Tour" with Gary?
Hi Bob,
I want to thank you for all your great contributions to rock, but in particular, your contributions to the Gary Moore band. It seems that Gary very much enjoyed your input in the band. If I am not mistaken, you were the catalyst for Gary to record "Still Got The Blues", am I right? I always wondered why Gary hired Andy Pyle to play bass on the 1990 tour, though. Was it because he came from more of a traditional blues background as opposed to you coming from a hard rock background??
I can't wait for your book to come out. Any chance I can get a signed copy? ;)
I wish you many years of health, happiness, and continued success. You are a very gifted bass player and songwriter.
Jeff from Montreal, Canada
Thanks Jeff, you're very
Thanks Jeff, you're very kind. Yes, It was my idea for Gary to do a Blues album. The whole story is in my book but briefly, Andy Pile was an old friend of Gary's and played more of a simple style, which is what Gary must've wanted. Certainly, you can get a signed copy of the book when it's published later this year. All the best mate, Bob.
Your new book
Hello Bob,
We have talked a (couple) of times in the past. First off I would like to send my deepest heart felt sympohthy for the loss of youf friend & band mate Gary Moore...He was (like you) terribly under-rated & really should go down in history as one of the VERY-BEST guitarist ever! I'm very excited about your new book coming out later this year & was wondering if you will be doing a "Book Tour" to promote your work & if so if you will be coming to the states? I've also recently purchased "Rainbow Live in Munich" your interview is extremly informative & the show itself is AWESOME!!! I've been a HUGE fan of yours since those days w/Rainbow as I'm also a Bass player, but I also play synths/piano & I'm also a decent vocalist. I wrote a song in the early 80s called "Welcome to Damnation" wich was published & released by a heavy guitar influenced band called "C.J.S.S." (Leviathan Records/Publishing) it had some minor success, the reason I mention it is that it's totaly inspired by you & Randys song:"Believer" my homage to you two! Best of luck w/your book & all of your ventures in life!
All my best my Rockin-Brother...
Ronnie
Hi Ronnie, I probably will do
Hi Ronnie, I probably will do a book-signing tour but that will be down to the publisher, unless I self publish it. Either way I'd like to do one. 'Glad that you enjoyed the Rainbow DVD, those were good days. All the best mate, rock on! Cheers, Bob.
Blizzard of Oz Bass
Mr. Daisley,
I am sure this has been asked before and I apologize for the repetition, but what bass did you use mostly on Blizzard of Oz, and specifically Mr. Crowley? It seems you favored a Fender P Bass for most things?
Thanks so much for the reply. Your body of work is impressive and inspirational. Hope all is well.
Kyle
Hi Kyle, I used a Gibson EB3
Hi Kyle, I used a Gibson EB3 through one of Randy's 100w Marshalls on most of that album. I used the '61 Precision with some Chorus/Flanger on 'Goodbye to Romance'. It's all listed in my forthcoming book 'For Facts Sake!' Cheers, Bob.
This year?
Hi Bob my name is Steve, I guess I'm writing partly as a fan of The Albums that you and Andy played on - i hesitate to say Blizzard of Oz as from what I understand that was the name of band, and partly as I've been keeping an eye on this site and have found it to be very interesting . Anyway, I was wondering if you would be able to give an estimate of when your book will be released and/or if it will be this year? I'm really looking forward to reading it.
regards,
steve
Hi Steve, Yes the band was
Hi Steve, Yes the band was called The Blizzard of Ozz, the whole story of it is in my book, along with every other band and artist that I've worked with. I'm presently doing the final edits so it'll be finished within the next couple of months. It should be out later this year. Cheers mate, Bob.
1st concert
Hi Bob,
My first ever concert was Rainbow at the Rainbow in London 1977. Sadly not on youtube It was fantastic then and its is now many years later.
Thanks for the great music!
Hi Julian, Yes I remember
Hi Julian, Yes I remember that, we did four consecutive nights there, they were great days. Cheers mate, Bob.
Your Time With Randy
Hello Sir,
I am looking very forward to the release of your book. I have been following you for quite sometime (Rainbow, Ozzy, Uriah Heep,...). I, as well as many who have sent you messages, am a Randy Rhoads fan, and my questions to you are, will you be covering the personality side of Randy and work ethic? I heard Don Airey mention, you had to grab Randy by the scruff of the neck and whip him into shape (LOL), and the HOLY GRAIL do you speak of it in your book, and do you think it will ever see the light of day? Wishing you all the success with the book and continued success in music,...Peace
A Fan
Mick
Hi Mick, I've covered just
Hi Mick, I've covered just about everything in the book, it's all in there. Of course Don was only speaking figuratively, we all encouraged each other and brought out the best individually and collectively. Yes, in my book I mention the Holy Grail, I'd love to get it released, one day I'll find a way. Many thanks mate and all the best, Bob.
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