Sit-Down With Gus G. | Soren’s Sunday Session

How do you go from playing guitar in Greece to becoming Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist?

In this episode of Soren’s Sunday Session, Soren Andersen sits down with Gus G — guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne, founder of Firewind and internationally acclaimed solo artist.

Gus shares the incredible story of how an unexpected email led to an audition in Los Angeles, where he played with Ozzy Osbourne and was offered the gig on the spot.

But getting the gig was only the beginning.

Soren and Gus explore what life is really like as a professional touring musician, the responsibilities of playing for legendary artists and the lessons they’ve learned from decades in the music business.

🎸 IN THIS EPISODE

• How Gus G landed the Ozzy Osbourne gig
• The audition that changed his career
• Recording and touring with Ozzy Osbourne
• The realities of being a hired guitarist
• Why preparation and professionalism matter
• Gus G’s Jackson signature guitars
• Blackfire Pickups and guitar tone
• Touring gear, wireless systems and backup plans
• How Soren Andersen became Glenn Hughes’ guitarist
• Firewind, solo projects and life after Ozzy
• Celebrating Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy in Copenhagen

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome — Sit-Down with Gus G
00:37 How Soren and Gus First Met
01:35 Reuniting in Copenhagen
01:48 Celebrating Ozzy Osbourne’s Legacy
04:38 Music, Movies and Iconic Soundtracks
05:55 Touring Lessons and Backup Plans
08:53 Gus G’s Jackson Signature Guitars
11:18 Blackfire Pickups and Guitar Tone
13:25 The Reality of Being a Hired Guitarist
15:38 Life After Ozzy Osbourne
17:07 How Gus G Got the Ozzy Audition
18:36 Meeting Ozzy and Getting the Gig
19:00 How Soren Became Glenn Hughes’ Guitarist
20:30 Why Preparation Matters
21:36 Don’t Be Late. Be Prepared. Don’t Be an Asshole.
22:40 Firewind, Solo Projects and Future Plans

👤 ABOUT Gus G.
Gus G is a Greek guitarist, songwriter and producer best known for his work with Ozzy Osbourne and as the founder of the power metal band Firewind. Renowned for his powerful riffs, technical precision and distinctive guitar tone, he has built an international career spanning decades of recording, touring and solo projects.

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