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Heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne, 2012
British singer and musician Ozzy Osbourne fronted the pioneering heavy metal band...
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Guitar god Jimi Hendrix
American rock guitarist and singer Jimi Hendrix playing a black Fender Stratocaster...
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Kiss
Known for their theatrical live performances and extravagant costumes and makeup,...
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Heavy metal pioneers
Singer Ozzy Osbourne leading British heavy metal band Black Sabbath during a performance...
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Led Zeppelin
Formed in 1968 by guitarist Jimmy Page, Led Zeppelin gained fame for their striking...
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Eddie Van Halen
The driving force behind the success of the Los Angeles-based band Van Halen was...
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