On this episode, Scott is joined by legendary heavy metal guitarist Zakk Wylde! They get into Zakk’s current role as the guitarist for Pantera's reunion tour, as well as his early days in Ozzy Osbourne's band. Zakk shares several stories about his time touring with Ozzy, Randy Rhoades, and others. They also discuss his journey as a guitarist, and his recent releases with the Black Label Society and Zakk Sabbath. Zakk also reflects on his late friend Dimebag Darrell, and what it's like to pay homage to him while performing during Pantera's reunion tour. The episode closes with some of his Top 5s, including his top 5 metal riffs, and top 5 underrated guitarists!
CREDITS (Instagram handles)
Host @ScottLipps
Edited by @toastycakes
Music by @Robby_hoff
Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
2:00 - Changing fashion
7:30 - New song
8:20 - Evolution of guitar playing
11:00 - Discovering music
12:15 - Eddie Van Halen story
15:35 - Learning guitar today
19:30 - Getting into Sabbath
21:00 - Joining Ozzy's band
23:40 - Meeting Randy Rhoades and Ozzy
26:55 - Ozzy stories
29:50 - Songwriting process for BLS
34:10 - Upcoming projects
36:40 - Joining the Pantera reunion
40:50 - Seeing Pantera for the first time
42:50 - Performing with Pantera
46:11 - Paying homage to Dimebag
48:00 - Festival dates
51:55 - Top 5 underrated guitarists
59:53 - Top 5 metal riffs
1:00:50 - One perfect album