by Yungblud recently shared his thoughts on the future of rock music, making a bold prediction about the genre’s upcoming revival in an interview with CBS Mornings.
The British rocker reflected on his experience performing at Ozzy Osbourne’s farewell show and what it signaled for rock music’s future.
“I just think what was beautiful about that show was six generations of rock musicians came together and it provided common ground between generations within the rock genre which hasn’t happened in years,” Yungblud said. “And I think rock music is about to revive and the monster was awoken again with Ozzy at the center of it.”
He elaborated on the cyclical nature of music trends and why he believes rock is poised for a comeback.
“I think in the wake of country, rock always follows it because country music opens people’s imaginations to storytelling chord sequences and emotion,” he continued. “I feel like the world artistically has been quite bedroom-based for the past couple years and it’s been quite kind of… almost like grunge. Now, I think people want to have fun and I think an age of a spectacle is going to come back a bit more and a bit more danger and a bit more bite.”
Yungblud concluded by expressing his excitement about the current state of rock music, noting its diverse and “spherical” nature as a positive sign for the genre’s future.
Yungblud’s optimistic outlook stems from his recent participation in several high-profile rock events that have brought together multiple generations of musicians.
YouTube coverage revealed that Yungblud performed at the Back to the Beginning: Ozzy’s Final Bow concert, a feature-length farewell event for Ozzy Osbourne filmed at Villa Park and set for early 2026 release. At this historic event, Yungblud performed Ozzy’s “Changes” alongside rock heavyweights including Nuno Bettencourt from Extreme, Frank Bello from Anthrax, Adam Wakeman, and Sleep Token’s II. The performance showcased a blend of classic and contemporary rock influences.
The charitable nature of the event also highlighted the socially conscious mindset of the current rock scene. All proceeds from Yungblud’s performance of “Changes” at this event are being donated to Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorn Children’s Hospice. This demonstrates how modern rock artists are using their platform for meaningful causes.
The momentum for rock’s revival has been building through other major platforms as well. MTV coverage showed that the 2025 MTV VMAs featured a high-profile Ozzy Osbourne tribute medley, performed by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Yungblud, and Nuno Bettencourt. This underlined major networks and artists reinvesting in rock’s legacy. These events demonstrate a trend of younger artists like Yungblud collaborating with veteran rock stars. This reflects both respect for rock’s heritage and efforts to introduce it to new audiences.
While country music’s recent chart dominance has been undeniable, rock’s revival appears to be fueled by its own traditions, epic live performances, and the passion of a new generation of artists. Yungblud’s recent fourth studio album, “Idols,” and the promotion of live concert films like the Ozzy farewell film suggest a renewed emphasis on rock’s live energy and authenticity in a digital age. This signals that the genre is ready to reclaim its place in the spotlight.
