I just released a new edition of my book, "OFF THE RAILS". You can get an autographed version at www.RudySarzo.com now!
About "OFF THE RAILS"
Ever since I joined MySpace I've received numerous requests for a sample of my book, "OFF THE RAILS: Aboard the Crazy Train in the Blizzard of Ozz". Here's an excerpt...
OFF THE RAILS - Aboard the Crazy Train in the Blizzard of Ozz
March 19, 1982
“Rudes! Rudes! Come on, get up!” I hear a voice yelling to me through the curtains in my bunk. As I slide the curtains open I see Randy standing in the doorway of the tour bus.
“What’s going on?” I ask with a yawn as I wipe the sleep from my eyes.
“We’re at the bus depot and Andy’s going to take Rachel and me up on a plane to see the country side. Get dressed and come with us! It’ll be fun.”
“What time is it?” I ask, fighting back a yawn.
“Oh, I don’t know,” Randy says with a shrug. “About 8 a.m.”
“Oh that’s all right, Rand, you go ahead. I’m just going to wait until we get to Orlando before I get up.” I put my head back down on my pillow.
“OK, but you’ll be sorry you missed it!” Randy kids as I watch him step out of the tour bus and into the quiet Florida morning.
I pull back the curtains in my bunk and go back to sleep, never to see my friend Randy Rhoads again.
Among the many reasons why I took upon the task of writing this book was to clear a lot of misinformation and bogus theories that circulate on the internet about Randy Rhoads' life and death.
Believe me it was not easy chronicling all of the daily events that happened on and off the road. Fortunately, I had kept a journal of our travels so I had accurate details.
But as I started my journey down memory lane the most remarkable thing happened, I felt that I was back in time reliving all the moments. It was great to have Randy alive, if only inside my head during the writing process, but as I neared chapter depicting his untimely death I began to procrastinate You see, I didn't want to lose him again. That chapter was the hardest one to write..
Though Randy's been gone for nearly 25 years his spirit still remains and from time to time he still showers us with gifts such as this. The last thing I expected when I sat down to write this book and began wondering down the long and winding passages of my mind was that at the end of the journey I was going to find myself. Thanks Randy.
I've been a professional recording and performing artist worldwide for over 25 years. As a member of Ozzy Osbourne’s band, from March 1981 to September 1982, I toured the world in support of the “Blizzard of Ozz” and “Diary Of a Madman” records. My bass playing can be heard on Ozzy’s multimillion selling CD “Tribute” and “Speak of the Devil” CD and DVD.
As a member of Quiet Riot, from September 1982 to January 1985, I recorded the multi-platinum albums “Metal Health”, the first Heavy Metal debut to reach &035;1 on the Billboard charts and “Condition Critical”. During this period I headlined worldwide tours, appeared on numerous MTV videos and was voted &035;1 Bassist in Circus Magazine for 1983.
As a member of Whitesnake, from April 1987 to September 1994 I recorded the multi-platinum album “Slip of the Tongue”. During this period I also performed worldwide on headline tours in support of the multiplatinum “1987” and “Slip of the Tongue” albums and appeared on 6 MTV videos.
As a member of the reunited Quiet Riot, from May 1997 to August 2003, I performed worldwide on headlining tours and as special guests in support of the Quiet Riot CDs “Alive and Well” and "Guilty Pleasure". I also appeared on VH1’s Quiet Riot, Behind the Music. In November of 2003, “Quiet Riot Live in The 21st Century” DVD was released after the group disbanded. My recordings with all of these artists combined have sold over 30 million copies.
In February of 2004, I joined Yngwie Malmsteen’s Rising Force for the U.S. 30 city “Attack Tour”.
Since April of 2004 I've been a proud member of the multi-platinum Heavy Metal group DIO.
When not touring with DIO I also tour with Blue Oyster Cult.
OFF THE RAILS By Rudy Sarzo's Friend Space (Top 18)
Hi Rudy, had a great time reading your book. Would love to send you my biography called "Fire and Fame". See infos at: www.fireandfame.com Keep rockin' dude Best from Germany Joerg
I've just received my signed copy and what can i say, it's great!!! More pics nice cover. I have already read the book 4 times and i'll read it yet, I can only say that all is told with great skill, you seem to be on stage with them. A glimmer of Rudy's life where we fail to enter on tiptoe and listen to. God bless this great man. Stefania
Hi Rudy I got the book. Thank you so so much for personalizing it to me. I love it and I will treasure it forever. I might have already told you this. I really have been busy lately ha ha. Hope you have a great week. Juliana
i really love the way you made your site look. i am hoping to see you at namm again in january. i think i am playing with three companies but won't know until next month. but if your there i will make sure i get to say hi to you at least. juliana
Hey Rudy... I haven't said hello in ages and Id thought Id drop by and see how life is treating you my friend! Just got back from Mexico and Its getting awfully cold here now in Vancouver Love ya.......E
thanks for the add, keep on rocking!
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Of OZZY, QUIET RIOT, WHITESNAKE, DIO and BLUE OYSTER CULT (and the late Randy Rhoads’ best friend)
will be taping his “FOCUS IN THE MIX with Denise Ames” episode next week…
If you would like to submit a question for RUDY to be read to him during his on-camera taping please do so in the BLOG set up at the top of my site. Please include your name and city/state/country so while reading your question(s) to him I can give you credit on the air.
He will also be discussing the New Edition of his book “Off The Rails” His episode will air in Los Angeles in September then go to Charter’s Video On Demand and be avail to order on dvd. (taking pre-orders now ~ you will receive your dvd BEFORE it airs)
Thank you so much for the add to this wonderful site as well Rudy. It's a pleasure to be your friend. Also, thanks for clarifying the link confusion I had about the book. Hugz, Viv
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Thanks for the add! First time I saw Quiet Riot was at the Starwood in the late 70's. I must dig out the pics I took, I remember one of Randy on Kevin's shoulders, playing guitar....
Ciao Rudy very nice your new site www.rudysarzo.com great graphic and complete with all about u, your music and activities. Keep on rockin' us. Baci, baci. Stefania
