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Under the Graveyard

Ozzy Osbourne · 2019

4 min · 1 track · hard rock

A haunting blend of heavy riffs and poignant vulnerability, reflecting on mortality and redemption.

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    Under the Graveyard — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of loss and introspection, featuring a powerful narrative that connects Osbourne’s past struggles with his present state.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The song combines classic hard rock elements with a modern production style but lacks broader impact.

What we noticed

  • The track features a slow, heavy guitar riff that establishes a dark atmosphere from the outset.
  • Vocals are layered with harmonies in the chorus, contrasting with the more straightforward verses.
  • The song structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with a bridge that introduces a key change.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Marks Ozzy's return after a hiatus, showcasing continued relevance in his sound.
Themes
mortality reflections· personal turmoil· heavy metal legacy
Career context
Released in 2019, Under the Graveyard marks Ozzy Osbourne's return to solo music after an extended hiatus following his 2010 album, Scream. This album emerges during a period of personal turmoil for Osbourne, including health issues and reflections on his legacy as a pioneer in heavy metal.
Stylistic neighbors
Black Sabbath· Alice Cooper· Judas Priest

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Under the Graveyard 4:57

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