Watch Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo of Metallica Play Crazy Train at a Small NY Concert
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A Special Night in Amagansett
Metallica surprised fans with an intimate concert at the Stephen Talkhouse venue in Amagansett, New York. The show, held on Thursday night, was far smaller than the arenas the band usually plays, creating a rare close-up experience for those in attendance.
During the set, guitarist Kirk Hammett and bassist Robert Trujillo took the stage for their recurring “doodle” segment. Instead of their usual improvisations, they delivered a nod to the late Ozzy Osbourne by jamming the riff from his solo classic, Crazy Train. The moment was both playful and heartfelt, reminding the audience of Ozzy’s lasting influence on heavy music.
Remembering Ozzy Osbourne
This tribute came shortly after Ozzy’s final performance with the original Black Sabbath lineup. The group played the massive Back to the Beginning concert on July 5 in Birmingham, England. Just over two weeks later, on July 22, Ozzy passed away, marking the end of an era in rock history.
Metallica quickly expressed their grief and respect. “It’s impossible to put into words what Ozzy Osbourne has meant to Metallica,” the band posted online after his death. “Hero, icon, pioneer, inspiration, mentor, and, most of all, friend are a few that come to mind.” Their statement reflected how deeply Ozzy’s work and spirit had shaped their career.
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A Personal Connection
For Robert Trujillo, the tribute carried an even deeper meaning. Before joining Metallica, he had been a member of Ozzy’s solo band, an experience that gave him both musical growth and personal memories. Reflecting on Ozzy’s passing, Trujillo shared, “Ozzy was the conduit for so many new relationships both creative collaborations and real, lasting friendships.”
By revisiting Crazy Train in a small venue, Hammett and Trujillo honored both the legend and the friend they lost.
