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Randy Rhoads

Class of 2017 Artist

Inducted

2017

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Artist

Class

12 inductees

Randy Rhoads was an American guitarist best known for his work with Ozzy Osbourne and Quiet Riot. Renowned for his classical-influenced guitar playing style, Rhoads left an indelible mark on the heavy metal genre despite his tragically short career, which ended in a plane crash at the age of 25. Ozzy Osbourne – Blizzard of Ozz (1980); Diary of a Madman (1981);Quiet Riot – Quiet Riot (1978); Quiet Riot II (1978)

Selected Discography

Ozzy Osbourne – Blizzard of Ozz (1980) Diary of a Madman (1981) Quiet Riot – Quiet Riot (1978) Quiet Riot II (1978)