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UPDATE ON ZAKK WYLDE’S HEALTH

 Friday, September 11th, 2009 at 11:30am by

zakk_clotIn case you haven’t been following along, Zakk Wylde has been plagued by hospital visits as of late. The last we heard, he was suffering from blood clots, and things got so bad that Black Label Society had to drop off a recent tour with Mudvayne.

Now Wylde’s wife, Barbaranne, has written into the BLS official fan forum to give an update on Zakk’s condition:

“Zakk is still on this rollercoaster. One day blood thinners too high…next day they don’t even register in his blood. We have an appointment with a hemotologist on Friday. He does have a rare, genetic clotting disorder.”

I haven’t really enjoyed Zakk’s work in some time, but he was a hero in my youth, and the dude’s place in metal history is secure regardless of what grumpy bloggers like me say about Generic Song About Booze and Metal or whatever the last BLS album was called. And obviously, I wish actual physical harm upon no one very few people.

So I’m sending out good thoughts to Zakk. Please get better, dude. And then go figure out how to make another awesome album, like in the old days.

-AR

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  • http://hookinmouth.net Hook In Mouth

    I hope he gets better as well. I also enjoy his older work, especially the acoustic stuff. The only person I wish physical harm to lately is Courtney Love. Seriousy, I wish it was her with this problem instead…and I would also wish that she would get well.

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Kyle-Kovich/80400829 Kyle Kovich

    revisit to Book of shadows or Pride N Glory would be pleasantly awesome

  • http://jordanmunson.wordpress.com Jordan

    Counterfeit God. I miss those days…

  • Marc

    Why do the better musicians always have health problems and not the shitty ones?

    • http://www.segadriven.com Hairyman

      That’s the law of the world I’m afraid. It also applies to anything. For instance; why is it always good, respectable people that are murdered/killed? You never read about a gypsy getting hit by a bus. That would make my day.

  • Sammy

    I don’t want Wylde to revisit any previous album, because that’s stale. However, I would like for him to exercise some quality control and not release every riff or lick that comes to mind, slap some inane lyrics about some bad ass topic, and then call it a new BLS album. And, I would like him to get better, because regardless of some of his false macho bullshit, he’s good for metal.

  • Ryan

    zakk, like SRV and dimebag and Jimi and so many other guitar greats, most likely won’t be truly recognized for his greatness until he is gone.

  • TurdFerguson

    Maybe it was this blood disorder that caused all those generic riffs?

    • RTE

      yea im a troll maybe you can do better

  • Sandwiches

    ^^ ha ha ha ha

  • DEE-EE-VEE-OH

    Now the nurses can shave his back!

  • kuentino

    i would take ur hand push them in to ur ass dont do handmove dog son of dog hala hareket çekiyo it ya

  • STOMP

    I hope ge gets better so he can kick your teeth out. Who gives a fuck what yoiu think about any of his records when the subject is his health. Moron

  • Austin

    Zakk get your ass out of that hospital bed right now because you have some more rockin’ to do. dont make me shove my foot up your ass to get you out of there.

  • paul rocker

    as with any album,things get better with time.zakk has proven time and again that he has an endless supply of albim material in his soul to give us and he has done that without fail.i think those who are bitchin about his past music has their head up their asses and are probably pampered little shits with no clue about anything.zakk,get better bro.you have people to prove wrong.seen your show in topeka kansas,my home,it was killer!i was front row dude.god bless and see ya back soon.

  • mojocat

    ALL OF YOU PEOPLE WHO DONT LIKE ZAKK ARE JUST A BUNCH OF FUCKING PANZIES WHO CAN ONLY DREAM ABOUT PLAYING GUITAR ON THE LEVEL HE PLAYS ON. GUS G IS WEAK, HIS TONE SUCKS, RANDALL AMPS ARE JUNK, HE’S FAT, AND THE GUY IS SLOPPY. OZZY SOUNDS FUCKING HORRIBLE, IT’S TIME HE HANGS UP HIS TOP HAT OF A METAL GOD, HE’S JUST CAN’T SING ANYMORE. THAT RECENT PERFORMANCE WAS BURIED IN AUTOTUNE-PITCH SHIFT MODE WITH WAY TO MUCH KEYBOARDS. THEY HAD DO SOMETHING TO BURY THE SHITTY VOCALS AND THE HALF ASS SLOPPY WORK OF GUS G.

    ZAKK DESERVES TO FAR MORE THAN WHAT OZZY CAN NOW OFFER. GOOD RIDANCE TO OZZY, ZAKK FUCKING RULES!!!!!

    • BigFist61

      Right on Mojo…….!

    • Burk

      Amen to that bro. Fuck all the lameoids who’d rather listen to that recycled pop metal shit….

  • [M]

    mojocat, if you actually think Ozzy still owns the top hat of a metal god you must be drunk. Sharon stole and sold that a long time ago.

    Also it’s the key next to the A, LEARN TO USE IT MOTHERFUCKER.

    Hope Zakk gets better :( one of my greatest hero’s, made me into a lead guitarist instead of the half drunk dude playing the rythm in the background…
    Also people here talk about generic riffs, have you ever recorded (if anything) anything better? And then made a descent song out of it? Go figure..

    Also asking an artist to go back to his old style is like asking a human to evolve back to a monkey, it’s f-ing retarded. Musicians are people, people change, get over it.

  • jamie

    WE need you!! Medal needs you!!!

    • Haggistheman

      Zakk I hope you get better man! You are the greatest! Fuck you guys talking shit, this is a person’s health. You just don’t joke about shit like that. From all of us in the Black Label brotherhood Get Well Soon!

  • reuben

    i prayed for your healing and your salvation God bless

  • willy brown

    hope you get well bro…i leave in cincinnati..dont let some of these asshole fucks thats talking shit about you get you down in any way.you know your the very best artist in this world 2 day….by far….just listen to the docters…do wat they tell your ass 2 do & GET WELL…we all need 4 you to get better so you can get out on tour again ….but the main thing is… you need 2 get better 4 your family..THEY NEED YOU BRO…ALL & BY THE WAY…Good move on splitting ways with the ole man…he is the best ever..but now he dont have it anymore….so now you continue to be more of an all around better musician….get well bro…SEE YA SOON IN CINCY…..

  • Dave

    Man, I’m just listening to Book of Shadows now and I’m really enjoying it! I had the fortune as a young teen to meet Zakk at a Chicago Cubs baseball game, (he autographed my game program too!!!) and then a few days later attend a benefit concert and Zakk played an all acoustic show…his BLS stuff isnt all to my liking, but I’ll still listen to it. God bless you Zakk, get well.

  • willy brown

    dave,,,thats bout the worst album zakk has recorded in my eyes…if you like that mellow shit try listening 2 hangover music album…its great…i think you will enjoy it…me i like 1919 the best…it smokes…later dave…get well soon zakk quit being a pussy ass & get your ass well so you can rock are brains out…later bro……see ya soon in cincinnati ohio…

    • http://responsetoidiots nicholas

      all his music is great and art work, you talk about BLS and how he is better with them than solo and say great job on leaving the old man first of all BLS sounds like ozzy even zakk and zakk is his kids god dad he loves that family like his own, but like the few smart ones have said this is about his health you ignorant hill billies!!!!!get well and God bless

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Bam-Tbh/100000584359431 Bam Tbh

    Thats what he fucking GETS FOR DISSING FRED DURST OUTTA LIMP BIZKIT truthfully i couldnt give a fuck about zakk anymore ! fuck you zakk wylde

    • yanbin

      Bam Tbh your lame for even listening to mainstream music like limp bizkit learn how to appreciate some music before you post again. Zakk you rock man get better soon I know you will come out of it and tear up a brand new set of tracks.

    • Burk

      For the last time folks, Limp Bizkit Sucks Dick!!!!

  • http://pruconsultants.com Jocko

    Zakk, I have been living with Factor5 since 92 (which I suspect what you have) and sad to say ya got to lay off the booze and as much second hand smoke as possible. I hope it does not go as far as my condition does but all things considered now we share something in common besides guitar playing…. lol I hope your feeling better Bro; I have been a fan since you joined Ozzy and hope this will not stop your touring. If ya need any pointers feel free to contact me. Jocko

  • Surfernaut

    Zakk I’ve always enjoyed hearing your skills on the fret board. I Hope the best for you and that the doctors can get a handle on this. Take care, my brother from another mother -Peace Out! ♫

  • Nick

    For those who think Zakk has lost his musical touch, go find a dick to play with. He’s by far one of the most talented and ambitious shredders alive. His last album, not that incredible I admit, but he’ll soon impress us all once again. That is if he doesn’t fuckin’ die from his condition. In that case his face would be everywhere and only then would people really praise him for what he’s accomplished. Just like good ol Dimebag.

  • XALIL

    Dam! I hope Zakk Gets well soon enough to make us proud.He’s a legend.

  • SRVFAN18

    Get well Zakk. You have been a big influence to so many. I can remember the first time I heard No Rest for the Wicked. Stellar. We are praying for you and your family.

  • Clemee

    Zakk Fucking Wylde. you got to get better man. you inspire so many fucking people its sick. I love the old Zakk and the new. BLS forever. iloveyaman
    always Clemee

  • anthony

    hello to Zakk and his lovely wife, i have been wondering what happened to you as i heard something about blood clots some time back. it perked my interests since me and my older brother both have had problems with blood clots and taking coumadin to thin my blood for over a decade now. i have a factor 8 deficiency and my brother has a anti thrombin 3 problem. i was only 34 when this happened to me he was about the same age also. i understand your pain and how irritating it is to deal with daily. my feet and legs always swell and i have to wear the tet hose socks to keep the swelling down. i got my clots after numerous back fusion surgeries. i cant tell u it gets better, only as hard as it is u have to get used to it or if u don’t keep up on it it will kill you very fast. i have a young daughter who i am motivated by. if u would like to relate with some one i can’t work any more and am home for the rest of my life. well i hope u get better and set on a routine that isn’t to dramatic of a change.

  • danimal

    Zakk is unbelievable. Noone is above this dudes soul influinced awesome metal. No need in comparing him to anyone. Except the Late Great…..Mr. Stevie Ray Vaughan…RIP. i’m concerned with the health of this metal slammin’ duder. With respect..(to his family. the people that know him as family. So I would like to pledge my elegiance to the man that knows how to wail a les paul. Hope to see you nget well bro. affectionatly. Danimal.

  • Mace682010

    Well, maybe there are alot of people out there who can’t hear or are just plain musically deaf. But If you were to do a Zakk Wylde Music Marathon on the Radio or TV (or another form of media) . People who really enjoy music for the versatility and sheer talent of it, would be putting Zakk and his vast musical library up there with all the great virtuosos of musical lore. So, listen before you speak (or in this case blog) and maybe do a little research too. Anyway, I hope your health is getting on an even keel Zakk! Can’t wait to see you and the boys when you come to the Phoenix area !!!      VAHALLA !!!!!!