That thousands of fans lined the route of Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral procession in Birmingham, England, on July 30 wasn’t the day’s most telling manifestation of his public persona’s complete rehabilitation.

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Keith Spera writes about music, culture and his kids.In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Chris Rose reinvented himself.
Shirtless and soaking, Chris Rose clears the waterfall’s cascade and wipes his eyes, unable to stifle a smile.
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The Rolling Stones don’t contribute to tribute albums.
Stephen Watson ran to America.
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Baton Rouge rapper NBA Youngboy, who has spent more time in courtrooms than on concert stages in recent years, will embark on his first arena headlining tour in September.