Ten Commandments cover

Ten Commandments

Ozzy Osbourne · 1990

47 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · doom metal

A dark and theatrical blend of heavy metal riffs with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • dark theatrical atmosphere throughout
  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • for evening drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • seek short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Ten Commandments' was released in 1990, Ozzy Osbourne was riding high after the success of his previous album, 'No More Tears'. This album marked a continuation of his exploration into darker themes and complex arrangements following a period of personal turmoil and recovery from substance abuse. It came during a phase where he was solidifying his legacy as a solo artist after years with Black Sabbath.
Stylistic neighbors
Black Sabbath· Alice Cooper· Judas Priest

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Flying High Again 4:41
  • 2 Crazy Train 4:50
  • 3 Diary of a Madman 6:14
  • 4 Shot in the Dark 4:27
  • 5 Thank God for the Bomb 3:56
  • 6 Bark at the Moon 4:18
  • 7 Tonight 5:51
  • 8 Little Dolls 5:40
  • 9 Steal Away (the Night) 3:30
  • 10 So Tired 3:58

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata