Mike Damone’s Classic Pitch Resurfaces: A Nostalgic Shoutout to Black Sabbath Fans
A blast from the past is making the rounds on social media again, as fans of Fast Times at Ridgemont High are sharing a classic image of Mike Damone—the smooth-talking ticket hustler with an iconic love for rock ‘n’ roll. The caption reads: “Is anyone still looking for Black Sabbath tickets?”—a cheeky nod to one of the film’s most memorable lines and a tribute to the legendary band that defined heavy metal.
Portrayed by actor Robert Romanus, Mike Damone was the streetwise, confident high schooler who made his living selling concert tickets and dishing out dating advice. The line about Black Sabbath tickets has since become part of pop culture lore, capturing a simpler era when teenagers hustled for coveted seats at rock concerts and vinyl was king.
The image also celebrates the enduring influence of Black Sabbath, whose pioneering sound shaped generations of metal fans. Though Damone was fictional, his character reflects the real passion and underground economy of the ’80s concert scene—where scoring tickets to a Sabbath show felt like a rite of passage.
Fans of both the movie and the band have embraced the throwback as a symbol of timeless cool. With Ozzy Osbourne continuing to make headlines even today, this nostalgic image reminds us that Black Sabbath’s impact—and Mike Damone’s hustle—are still very much alive in the hearts of rock fans.
Whether you’re a die-hard Sabbath fan or just someone who appreciates a good retro reference, this image is a fun, iconic reminder of a time when all that mattered was the music—and knowing a guy like Damone who could get you in.