“It’s hard to understand someone who is trying to do rock music in a new way because, of course, I’m referencing the past”: Yungblud responds to critics following divisive VMAs Ozzy Osbourne tribute with Nuno Bettencourt, Joe Perry and Steven Tyler

Aerosmith and Yungblud.

Yungblud has responded to criticism that was levelled against his Ozzy tribute at the MTV VMAs, saying that he “welcomes” those challenging his authenticity.

At the event, the Epiphone signature artist had teamed up with Nuno Bettencourt, Aerosmith duo Joe Perry and Steven Tyler, and Black Sabbath keyboardist Adam Wakeman for a three-song medley that paid homage to the Prince of Darkness.