Gus G. (Firewind, ex Ozzy Osbourne)

Gus G is a Greek heavy metal guitarist currently playing with his band Firewind. He was previously Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist from 2009-2017. His band Firewind has a new record out called “Stand United” out March 1st. We discuss the new record, his time with Ozzy, playing with Slash & Zakk Wylde, offers to audition for Megadeth & Machine Head, hanging with comedian Jim Breuer and more! 00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Livin in Greece & Music Scene 03:40 - Growing Up with Music 05:45 - Managing the Band & Songwriting 09:15 - Doing the Ozzy Record 11:20 - Joining Ozzy’s Band 14:18 - Megadeth & Machine Head Audition Offers 15:50 - Hired Gun Vs. Your Own Band 16:55 - Firewind Band Recording & Live 17:55 - Behind the Scenes Concerts 20:10 - Firewind Tour Plans 22:17 - Merch 24:15 - Tour with Marty Friedman 25:22 - Joe Satriani & G3 26:37 - Playing with Slash & Zakk Wylde 30:17 - Ozzy in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame 32:10 - Visti