Matt with Camp Freddy Roxy December Residency

[FunkyMonkey]

"Paranoid" w/Ozzy Osbourne

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yve07_3_hD4


"Holidays in the Sun" w/ Billy Morrison and Naveen Andrews

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lck9AHHqQao


"Whole Lotta Love" w/Linda Perry

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zq8bY3ivug


"Rock N Roll" w/Linda Perry

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwtXJQE1NVA


"Born To Lose" w/Naveen Andrews

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgQWgdrbM4g

[FunkyMonkey]

SLIDESHOW

Camp Freddy, Ozzy Osbourne and Special Guests @ Roxy

Camp Freddy welcomed special guests Ozzy Osbourne, Steve Jones, Linda Perry, Juliette Lewis, Royston Langdon and Mark McGrath to the stage on December 23 at the Roxy.

http://www.laweekly.com/slideshow/view/212498

[FunkyMonkey]

Ain't Talkin' bout' Love w/Juliette Lewis

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzw10dUmhpE


Dirty Deeds Done Dirty Cheap w/ Juliette Lewis

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwrAY1jQkfw

[FunkyMonkey]

OZZY OSBOURNE With CAMP FREDDY: More Video Footage Available - Dec. 29, 2008

More fan-filmed video footage of Ozzy Osbourne performing with the all-star cover band CAMP FREDDY on December 23, 2008 at the Roxy in West Hollywood, California can be viewed below (clips uploaded by "yohazy").

Ozzy Osbourne was among the guest musicians who joined CAMP FREDDY for the group's fourth and final show of the month-long Roxy residency.

CAMP FREDDY features in its ranks Billy Morrison (CIRCUS DIABLO, THE CULT), Dave Navarro (JANE'S ADDICTION, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS), Sorum, Donovan Leitch (son of singer Donovan), and Chris Chaney (JANE'S ADDICTION).

Commented Morrison: "The noise that the audience made when we brought the one and only Mr. Ozzy Osbourne out to the stage was deafening. And 'Crazy Train', 'Iron Man' and 'Paranoid' brought the house down. I don't care who you are ? watching a true legend like Ozzy perform in a small club like that is a very special and very intense experience. Standing on the stage with him playing those iconic songs is beyond."

Videos: http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=111610

[Falcon]

Review of the final show of CF's December Roxy residency courtesy of Artist Direct.

http://www.artistdirect.com/nad/news/article/0,,4911238,00.html

Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Camp Freddy

Santa came early this year for rock fans attending Camp Freddy's fourth and final residency show at The Roxy. He brought some very special presents too. After a month of unforgettable rock n' roll shows, Camp Freddy did what they do best?surprise the hell out of everybody. Not only was Camp Freddy's final Roxy show the most star-studded of the four, it was also one of the most down and dirty displays of raw rock that the Sunset Strip has seen in decades.

That's right. Santa was very good to the fans. He brought them the "Prince of Darkness" himself, Ozzy "Fucking" Osbourne. Seeing Ozzy in such a small space is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The Roxy's tiny walls illuminated how nefariously catchy Ozzy's voice remains after all these years. Of course, Ozzy's appearance provided the climax for the evening, and it had been hinted all over the net prior to the show. However, once Ozzy strutted across the stage, it was hard not to feel the chills. Yes, it was cold that night, but this was a different kind of chill. It's the chill of witnessing an icon transport an audience somewhere else. It's an irreplaceable feeling. It's something only Ozzy can do. Clad in black with shades over his eyes, Ozzy screamed, "I wanna see you go fucking crazy!" The packed house roared, and Dave Navarro ripped right into the classic intro for "Crazy Train." He imbued the song with a new swagger, scorching his fret board on the solo and bending the chorus into pure sonic ecstasy. Osbourne sounded pristine on stage, and he bounced around with an energy few frontmen could match. Matt Sorum bashed out the song's bombastic beat with a percussive panache and flair, while Chris Chaney kept the low end bolted down. The song went off the rails in the best way possible.

Immediately after "Crazy Train," Navarro began the satanically enchanting feedback swell at the beginning of "Iron Man." He conjured a six-string darkness, launching into a groove that sent Ozzy into full-on war mode. Ozzy carried the song's refrain, and the solo served as a battle cry. Finally, after Ozzy insisted on doing one more song, Camp Freddy ended the set with a super-charged "Paranoid." The crowd had received their best Christmas present, no doubt.

However, the rest of the show certainly didn't consist of lowly stocking stuffers. It was quite the opposite. Everyone was wishlist-worthy. Linda Perry may very well be the best candidate for a Led Zeppelin tour, if Robert Plant remains uninterested. She nailed the vocals on Zep-tastic renditions of "Rock and Roll" and "Whole Lotta Love." Navarro channeled Jimmy Page with reverence, while adding his own twists. Meanwhile, Sorum mastered the kit, doing the Bonham beat proud. Also, Lost's Naveen Andrews showed his rawk side on fantastic renditions of "Born to Lose" and "Holidays in the Sun." Mark McGrath rocked "Jailbreak" and "Hello There," and he also served as the night's MC. He made one remark that foreshadowed everything. "Merry Christmas, Camp Freddy heads! You've been very good this year, and you'll get the greatest fucking present ever tonight!"

There was more than just one great present though, and rounding out the all-star guest list was Juliette Lewis. She rocked firecracker versions of "Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap" and "Ain't Talkin' Bout Love," diving into the audience for some crowd surfing.

Ultimately, Camp Freddy's fourth December residency gig will go down in Sunset Strip history. How often do you get to see Ozzy Osbourne in a venue that small? Be good this coming year because Camp Freddy's taking note, and their presents definitely don't suck.

?Rick Florino
12.29.08

[FunkyMonkey]

According to Matt Sorum, Camp Freddy will be performing at the Sundance Film Festival which takes place in Park City Utah January 15-25.

[FunkyMonkey]

Billy Morrison doesn't confirm the show, from a post on his blog yesterday...

I also hope to be up at Sundance after that - either with Camp Freddy or DJing, although confirmations are still to be had. And as always, its not for sure until its over!

And this question is probably for Falcon.  They don't tell who the guests are in advance, but I would think, like in the case of Ozzy, you would want that out there for ticket sales (I would have to think that the last show sold out)?  Why don't they publicize the guests in advance?

 

[gnr2k6]

theyr not really in it for money-hence no contract or anything....its more of a kick for them selves.....camp freddy has ALWAYS been like that and thats also why theyr in no rush to release their "chinese democracy!

[Falcon]

theyr not really in it for money-hence no contract or anything....its more of a kick for them selves..

Adding to what Paul mentioned above...

Publicizing the guests would take away from the "spontaneity" factor as well, they enjoy keeping things on a "you never know what may happen" level..

[FunkyMonkey]

theyr not really in it for money-hence no contract or anything....its more of a kick for them selves..

Adding to what Paul mentioned above...

Publicizing the guests would take away from the "spontaneity" factor as well, they enjoy keeping things on a "you never know what may happen" level..

I guess I can see the appeal in keeping it on a "you never know what may happen" level, and there must be times when they don't really know too far in advance.  But it must be hard when they have certain guests...keeping that information to themselves.  Thanks