Zakk Wylde: Engines of Demolition, The "Mom & Pop" Mentality, and a Tribute to Ozzy

What artist or band should I highlight next?Get ready to crank it up! In this episode of It’s 1 Louder, PJ Pat dives into the May 2026 issue of Guitar World to explore the high-octane world of Zakk Wylde. We break down Black Label Society’s 12th studio album, Engines of Demolition, and share highlights from Zack’s exclusive interview.Discover why Zack treats BLS like a "mom and pop shop," the pivotal moment at The Stone Pony that changed his approach to songwriting forever, and the deep emotional weight behind "Ozzy's Song"—a poignant tribute to his late mentor and father figure, Ozzy Osbourne. Whether you're a guitar geek or a Doom Crew loyalist, this is an episode you can't miss.Timestamps[0:00] – Intro: New music from the Bearded Barbarian.[0:50] – Fun Fact: Marine biology and Zack’s first "junk" guitar.[1:26] – The BLS Philosophy: Building a "Mom & Pop Shop" one gig at a time.[2:45] – Stay Relentless: Balancing Pantera, Zack Sabbath, and BLS.[3:42] – The Turning Point: Finding authenticity at The Stone Pony.[4:56] – Engines of Demolition: Inside the writing and recording process.[5:46] – "Ozzy's Song": A heartfelt tribute to the Prince of Darkness.Support the showJoin our 11 Club for free. Benefit from exclusive perks and extra merch discounts at https://its1louder.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RockwithPJPat or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/its1louderpodcast/Crank it up 1 louder!