Tony Iommi expressed his surprise and shock over Ozzy Osbourne's passing, revealing that Osbourne appeared unwell during the final rehearsals. He believes that Osbourne held out to perform at the 'Back to the Beginning' concert, showcasing his determination. Iommi shared that they had communicated just a day before Osbourne’s death, making the news harder to accept. Although Osbourne was struggling, he enjoyed the concert, suggesting he wanted to deliver one last performance. Iommi’s reflections highlight the emotional impact of the loss on him and their bandmate Geezer.
I think he really just held out to do the 'Back to the Beginning' concert. It was a shock for us. I mean, when I heard yesterday, it couldn't sink in.
I think he must have had something in his head that said, 'Well, this is gonna be it, the last thing I'm ever gonna do.' Whether he thought he was gonna die or what, I don't know.
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