Not only was Randy a phenomenal guitar player but also a very intelligent and kind human being. RIP Randy Rhoads.

The smile on Ozzy’s face as he watches Randy playing is priceless

Randy is absolutely one of the greatest guitar players to ever walk the earth. So sad we only got to hear his talents for such a short time.

You can see the admiration Ozzy had for him even in this video, as if it was the first time he had heard him play.

Bassist Bob Daisley wrote the incredible lyrics for the songs on Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman. Bob and Randy worked on writing and arranging the music. Bob Daisley is one of the most underrated Australian musicians.

The bit at the end where Ozzy becomes entranced watching Randy.... says it all - he couldn't believe his luck finding this guy. Randy was a tour de force at the cusp of neo-classical metal... what a player.

Randy was that dangerous combo of really knowing the instrument and fully understanding the music

I'm 54 years old. I remember when this album came out and I've been listening to ever since. I still get goosebumps. Randy Rules.

Your reaction to Saint Rhoads' solo made my day. I remember when this album came out in 1981 and I heard Randy play for the first time. It was the same reaction that I had when I first heard Eddie Van Halen play1978. I stood there with my mouth hanging open and my jaw on the floor. Sure there have been plenty of "Guitar Gods" prior to Randy. But this dude just hit it out of the park. It was devastating when he passed in 1982. RIP Saint Rhoads. Thanks for doing this song Doug.

Now let's see your impression about the phenomenon and legendary Randy Rhoads and why in such a short life he forever marked the history of guitar and music in general.

This wasn't Bob Daisley and Lee Kerslake. It's Tommy Aldridge on Drums and Rudy Sarzo on bass.

Can we talk about how incredible Rudy Sarzo's bass sounds on this??? His tone, his presence in the mix, his playing with all the running fills & varied chuggy rhythms driving the pacing of everything else by his changes in sustain lengths & spaces between notes!

Wow! It’s so crazy to me that Doug hasn’t done this song yet

Insane performance and despite me hearing it for probably the 500th time, eyes tearing up yet again as I'm overcome with emotions over how gifted Randy was and how very early we lost him.

Randy's mother was a classical teacher....he definitely brought that element to OZZY but it was Randy and Bob ( Daisley) who really shaped these songs...

Ozzy's just looking at his band finishing the song like he's a spectator, marveling at how great a band he has behind him. Randy was a musical genius, but the rest of the band is so rock solid too! I don't think we'll ever witness anything like this again. Great pick, even if Ozzy's not singing at his best at this performance. Maybe a cold. Maybe too much alcohol and drugs. But I treasure the performance regardless. I started playing guitar after I heard Ace Frehley from KISS, and then Randy came along and blew my mind! In my view he's still the best guitar player in the world.

Randy has been my favorite guitarist since I first heard him in early '1982. Daisley wrote the lyrics, Ozzy came up with the vocal melody.

This was filmed later when Sharon had convinced Ozzy to kick Lee Kerslake out as they wanted Tommy Aldridge. Bob wasn’t happy and consequently left or was kicked out too. Bobs book ‘For Facts Sake’ is a great read that tells about his contribution to Ozzys career and the credit he and Lee didn’t receive as well as insights into Randy’s life.

Your joy the moment you realize that the solo of Randy is on a descending circle of fifths, is delightful!

Thank you so much for talking about Randy on your channel. He was a beautiful person, amazing musician, and just one of the best people you'll ever hear about. He left a mark on so many people through his life.

Tommy Aldridge is such a badass drummer... 😎 ..one of the best classic metal line-ups EVER!

The way you smiled while Randy is playing says everything you need to know. One of the great losses in music, my goodness what he could have done.

I have a deep reverence for Randy's gift. The mere fact that he was always learning and wanting to better his craft speaks volumes taking lessons giving lessons such a big person in a time of big ego's he never claimed to be the best

This was all Randy’s influence. The man was so innovative and no one played like Randy. To me he was the greatest guitarist of that era. His influence has only gotten greater with time and will continue for years to come.

“Long live Randy Rhoads”!!!! He was a pioneer of neoclassical metal, my favorite…

There are not many videos, sadly, of Oz and Rhoads. You can tell OZZY's amazement watching Rhandy playing. Still hard to believe they only did 2 albums together. For me, as a player, seems like there is so much more. Why? Because every song RR did on those 2 records are greatness.

Just watched an interview with Tommy Aldridge, and he said the reason this is so slow is that Ozzy sang the opening line of the song slowly, so Tommy just followed his lead.

That intro gives me goosebumps still to this day, I can't think of any better intro ever made.

Randy taught classical guitar at his mom's music school when he was a teenager. And Tommy Aldridge (drummer) looks exactly the same today as he does in this video.

I'm self taught: playing/ theory/ reading. And I am old enough to have been into my 10th year of playing when Mr. Crowley came out. This song was what transformed the circle of fifths from theory into practical reality for me. It was another door opened up into the next step of my journey. Virtually everything Randy played was a master class in some form or another. We can only imagine where his own journey would have taken both he and us had he not died so tragically at such a young age.We know he wanted to explore classical guitar and other genres more from what those who knew him have said. Such a loss, yet such an incredible legacy of music he gave us in such a short space of time.

I treasure all of Randy's repertoire and to hear you depict Mr. Crowley was truly a delight to witness. Few musicians can make their instrument sing with such a celestial elegance of power and grace that Randy had just started to tap into upon his tragic departure. You'll find that his compositions and melodies crafted and developed are a gift to mankind. I humbly request that at some point you listen to "Revelations Mother Earth." It was a joy watching this reaction video from you, Thank you Doug, Thank you!

One of the most incredible solos of all time. Randy was an absolute genius.

The outtro solo still gives me goosebumps every time. Could I recommend "Revelation Mother Earth"? Beautiful classically influenced guitar work.

It's been 35 years since I first heard Randy Rhoads, and I'm still blown away by his musicianship. Absolutely phenomenal.

Just the mention of Randy Rhoads brings a tear to eyes. He was absolutely phenomenal and one of the biggest inspirations as to why I picked up a guitar even though he died 6 years before I was even born. Ironically, I'm also a pilot now and whenever a Randy song comes on during my drive to the airport I just think, "fuck...I hope I don't clip a bus and tumble into a house..." Long live Randy Rhoads

Watch Ozzy as Randy was playing the solo, as I imagine Ozzy was mesmerized by Randy's unbelievable talent.

One of the greatest guitarists ever. It was such a shame how he died. It was so easily preventable. Fly High, Randy. ❤️

Randy was classically trained from the time he was old enough to read. He had actually been planning on quitting rock/metal and going back to studying to become a professor of classical music. He was devoted to the music before anything else. There's a corroborated story that he would sit in hotel rooms or the bus playing guitar all night to the point Rudy Sarzo (who knew his mother) had to call his mother to tell Randy to put the guitar down and go to sleep.

I was lucky enough to see the Diary of a Madman tour before Randy died. It was a stripped down stage set, as some of the tour's trucks had gotten stuck crossing the Rockies in a January storm. The show went on, and the lack of the stage theatrics did not diminish the performance at all. Incredible performance by all the members, followed by the incredible shock hearing of Randy's death only months later. Gone too soon!

Randy changed how I felt and approached it guitar. I have spent over 20 years studying his style and music after learning as a teenager that he had started his Venture into being classically-trained. His solos themselves were like their own little song... if he were alive today I seriously think that you would have overshadowed some of the greatest players including evh, he wrote so many beautiful compositions in such a short time... A true musician and Gem.

What wonderful instrumentalists, what a wonderful composition and what a peacock on vocals.

I'm 51 and grew up on Ozzy. The 1st time I heard Blizzard of Ozz, Randy instantly became my favorite musician. Diary of A Madman is in my top 5 favorite albums. I wish the world could have continued to watch Randy grow as a musician. 🤘🤘

It's really great to have this documented on video, but the performances captured on the original album track are stellar [with Bob Daisley and Lee Kerslake], and the production by engineer/producer Max Norman is chef-kiss level analog tech greatness.

When I hear Randy Rhoads play I cannot say anything other than his play evokes amazing emotion within myself and my heart. I sometimes tear up because he would not just play notes... it seems like he is playing from his heart to reach and emote his inner feelings. Amazing guitarist, classically and anything he wished to become amazing at. He seemed to have been a prodigy until his untimely death at age 25. I will forever thank Randy (along with Oz, Daisley, Sarzo, etc.) for the music they released which saved me many times from thinking of doing what wouldn't be able to be undone.

Doug, I just want to say that I love your channel and love your intelligent, informed perspective on music I love without sounding in any way pandering, pedantic, or pretentious! You are a fan yourself now, dude! Being a guitar player for 20+ years, "cutting my teeth" on guys like Rhoads, your videos never fail to be insightful and respectful while also being willing to give our honest impression when you feel that the metal needs to be kicked up a musical notch. So thank you, my friend, it is most appreciated. And yes, Randy is one of the greatest guitar players I have ever heard, a true complete package, and from what it sounds like a stand up guy; I wish I could have known him...

Doug , awesome job bro ! I’ve been listening to this track since it was released and I was just a young kid but you some how made it totally interesting in a new way ! I love when you talk music and call out the key changes. Lol. Just an excellent job

Rip Randy Rhoads he is truly goated and has really impacted my life in a way. Thank you Randy!

My first concert was Ozzy in April of 1982. It was the 10th show after he returned to the road after Randy's death. Brad Gilles (from the band Nightranger) filled in for that show. It was a sad day when we lost Randy. RIP

You can easily see in this video that Mr. Helvetian’s is extremely gifted. He must have perfect pitch (or at least relative pitch), and picks up on keys in an instant. I would love to be able to recognize pitch and chords the way he does. It’s amazing to see someone pick apart songs so quickly and with no instrument for aid. Thanks, Doug, for making these videos.

That bass player is Rudy Sarzo. If he stole you're pajamas, you ain't gettin' em back.

I just found your channel. I love your joy from these songs, as I grew up with a lot of them. Randy was one of my biggest early guitar influences, and his playing is just mesmerizing. Also, the keys from this song on the studio version just explode into your headphones.

I discovered Metal with Saint Randy Rhoads back in 1981. Still listening to those 2 albums every since every day. I even bought 3 Jackson RR guitars. RIP Saint Randy Rhoads

First time watching one of your reaction. I must say. Well done Sir.

Doug! My man. This is one of my favorite Ozzy solo songs! I'm glad you have made it around to Mr. Crowley.

F.Y.I., the drummer for that live performance was Tommy Aldridge and the bassist was Rudy Sarzo. Tommy had played with Black Oak Arkansas and Pat Travers Band before joining Ozzy. Rudy had played with Quiet Riot prior to Ozzy and would rejoin them after leaving Ozzy.

Great reaction! I always appreciate your takes on music. I think you would enjoy a short acoustic instrumental Randy recorded as a tribute to his mother called Dee.

Such a powerful performance makes me tear up every time I hear it.

One of the greatest to ever do it. Who knows how far Randy would have gone in the guitar world had he not passed so young. He was ahead of his time, and definitely one of the biggest influences to today's hard rock and metal guitar players.

I don't know how you could possibly be over 40 years old and not have heard this song.

love your enthusiasm, you are in for a treat here!

I just love your background knowledge. I think it's great to hear it in the context as you share and react to the video.

Hello Doug! Aqui no Brasil esta fase do Ozzy simplesmente foi o que forjou todos os headbangers... O príncipe das Trevas, como era chamado, nos brindou com 3 dos maiores álbuns de Heavy Metal de todos os tempos! Até nosso grande compositor aqui do Brasil, Zé Ramalho, fez uma adaptação desta música junto com Robertinho de Recife chamada Mr. OZZY... ouça que é inimaginável uma mistura dessas... Grande Abraço amigo!

Tommy Aldridge on drums. Rudy Sarzo on bass. Legendary line-up. Randy... gone way too soon.

thanks for doing this it's so good to See Ozzy with Randy again, Ozzy rocks, I was at Every Ozzfest he was at at Alpine Valley even the year they canceled the Canada and MN part of the tour so it was the highest in attendance it was amongst some of the best experiences at concerts in my life.

I get chillbumps whenever I hear RR play this song

Awesome reaction/analysis! He (Randy) was definitely one of the best.

As perfect of a rock lineup as can be. Magnificent.

Gives me chills still to this day everytime! Man love those guys and miss them! ❤

Brilliant review Doug 👏👏👏👏

Your fans are awesome for recommending this.

Great analysis and breakdown! Really enjoyed it, thank you and yes RR was in a league of his own indeed, still is 40 years later.

7:40 probably the reason why I’m stuck with this track in the first place. Hardly heard anything else classically haunting yet captivating like that.

I'm so glad I saw him play live. It was an amazing experience

One of my all time favourits. Huge song. Thanks Doug!

Doug thank you for reacting to one of my favorite Ozzy songs. I love how you provide music theory to your reactions...one day I will learn some theory. I'm a drummer and love how you naturally start air drumming in your reviews! Keep up the great content

*in this live version we have rudy sarzo on bass and tommy aldridge on the drums.

Ozzy has a knack of getting on board incredible musicians. Daisley wrote ironic lyrics (so any occult accusations are absolutely untrue), Don and Randy composed outstanding music. So, Ozzy looks like a mere vocalist performer and a project leader here among such creative people. And how lucky they were to get Jake E. Lee who was able to play Randy’s solos not by note and even elaborate when it was room for it, like in Suicide solution.

Crowley, rhymes with holy. Very worthwhile listen, both to the musical performance and a good breakdown into the chord progressions. No doubt left: Ozzy could sing, and Randy could play ... exceptionally well. Admire their talents.

I absolutely love how clear that bass is coming though on this performance

Love this song and a great explanation of the music.

At the end Ozzy is like...are we done? Lol great reaction.

Doctor Doug needs to host the next video in his shiny red pajamas. Thanks for taking us on the ride.

Rochester is my hometown City! I remember when this was on the TV. Love this tune. And the whole album.

I was a senior in high school the year this came out. Blasted this on my car stereo along with Black Sabbath Heaven And Hell. Revelation (Mother Earth) would be a great song from this album to check out from a compositional standpoint.

Your reactions are priceless!! I was classically trained on piano from age 6-13. My teachers husband was the Concert Masterof the Cleveland Orchestra and her son was the 5th chair (just for perspective). When I was 13 I heard The Beatles for the first time when I transferred from private school to public high school. Talk about culture shock (this was the 80’s). I came to my lesson on a Monday and showed my teacher that I had heard and learned “Let it Be” and played it and said that’s the kind of music that I wanted to learn and play. She said “Lessons are over, you’ll be wasting mine, and your time!”, as they were basically just major triads being played. Something I think I learned in the 3rd grade. Had to wait until I went to college before I could get a guitar 🎸 as it was “the devil’s music”. Haven’t looked back ✌️😊💚

Thanks for reacting to two of my guitar teachers on consecutive Mondays. That run of Randy's from 6:27-6:31 is just so wonderful, where he's letting himself improvise a little bit.

Randy was a real genius guitar player and composer!

Classy act there not mentioning the specifics of Randy’s death. Really appreciate it.

Im so blessed to have seen Randy do TWO shows in 1night. SIMPLY AMAZING.

My favorite Ozzy song.... i love when music experts give me new appreciation to my favorite music

Great video! Randy Genius 🤘🏻

My mother referred to Randy as the prettiest man she's ever known.Her and my Aunt use to watch him with his brother in Quiet Riot every weekend they played..He had a thing for my Aunt😂.I was young when he died but will never forget my mom balling her eyes out that day.He was classically trained and his influence really shaped that early Ozzy sound. RIP Randy

Thanks for the review of this awesome track! You nailed it! Anyhow, have you already done Over The Mountain? If not yet, you should check it out. Not only the playing here is tight and Randy was just as awesome as he already is, there is a little easter egg in the middle of the track. Randy never heard of Black Sabbath's "Black Sabbath" song before making this track. But in the middle of the song, you can audibly hear Black Sabbath (the song) intro riff and according to Randy, when he found out about it, it gave him goosebumps!

One of Ozzy's best. Love that synth intro too!

I was a freshman in high school when Blizzard of Oz was released. My local FM station played the entire album on the release date. As a Black Sabbath fan, I remember being blown away by the album. Randy Rhoades was so fresh. I wish I got to see Ozzy with Randy. He passed away a few months before I saw Ozzy for the first time. Now I wish Ozzy would retire.

Doug! Finally! You finally have got around to my ALL-TIME FAVORITE song of any genre and Randy Rhoads is my favorite guitarist. The "afterbirth" solo by Randy in "Mr. Crowley" is to my ears the greatest lead break in heavy metal history. Unlike any of the thousands of solos I've heard in 4 plus decades of my love affair with guitar only THIS solo TO THIS DAY gives me chills EVERY SINGLE TIME. I never saw Randy play live but for some reason I idolize him to this day. I'm 55 and consider Randy's tragic, senseless death at 25 in an apparent small plane stunt-gone-horribly-wrong on March 19th, 1982 to be the "(second) day the music died." I can't explain my feelings but listen to "Revelation(Mother Earth). Listen to the entire" Blizzard of Ozz" and "Diary Of A Madman" albums. Then when you TRULY want to hear his brilliance listen to the Tribute album... A posthumous release that captures Randy's best live performances in his tragically short career. When you're marveling at his compositional skills during "Revelation(Mother Earth)" realize the stunningly gorgeous interlude was arranged by Randy for guitar AND keyboards. Randy basically told Don Airey what counterpoints to play to his classical guitar framework. It's stunningly beautiful to my ears. You'll love it. Thanks for finally getting around to Randy and Ozzy again. Randy Rhoads was truly "one-of-a-kind."

an amazing live performance.

There is video from the same session of I don't know, crazy train & suicide solution I strongly recommend viewing these as well

R.I.P. Randy, a true virtuoso of the axe! Imagine how the world of metal would sound like today if he just hadn't taken that bloody flight!!! 😢😢😢

Ozzy + Randy was something inexplicable... Pure genius! The joy they bring to my soul is absolute! Thanks, Randy! Thanks, Prince of Darkness!