Ronnie James Dio liked to compose while watching sports, says Wendy Dio
Ronnie James Dio liked to write while watching sports. According to Wendy, this "inspired" the vocalist and he didn't "steal music from…
Sharon Osbourne reveals that Ozzy Osbourne tried to stab Ronnie James Dio with a fork.
A new documentary about Ozzy Osbourne has revealed that the musician tried to stab Ronnie James Dio during their first meeting. The documentary is currently airing…
Vinny Appice says Ozzy Osbourne loved Ronnie James Dio.
Vinny Appice says Ozzy always spoke highly of Ronnie James Dio. The drummer denied any rivalry that existed between the vocalists.Continue Reading →
15 years without Ronnie James Dio: From simple trumpet player to the voice of Heavy Metal
Ronnie James Dio died 15 years ago, on May 16, 2010, less than six months after announcing that…
Ronnie James Dio discovered he had cancer too late, says Wendy.
In a new interview, Wendy, wife of Ronnie James Dio, recounts how she discovered the cancer that led to…
The Dio Foundation's "Rock for Ronnie" benefit event will take place in May of this year.
The charity honoring Ronnie James Dio is hosting another fundraising event for cancer research.Read More →
Dio's swan song in Black Sabbath's 'The Devil You Know'
Released in 2009, 'The Devil You Know' delivers the purest essence of Black Sabbath during the Dio era, with riffs…
Ronnie James Dio: widow no longer plans to use holograms of the singer.
Wendy Dio, widow of Ronnie James Dio, commented on the future of using holograms of her husband in concerts…
Vinny Appice in Brazil in 2023: tickets on sale; see dates and prices.
Vinny Appice, legendary drummer of Black Sabbath and DIO, will play six shows in the country in October 2023; see dates, venues and prices.Continue Reading →
Dee Snider says Robert Plant and Dio "aren't great frontmen"
Dee Snider of Twisted Sister said on Twitter that he believes Robert Plant and Ronnie James Dio "aren't great frontmen."
31 of the best rock and metal vocalists of all time, according to Rolling Stone.
Rolling Stone magazine has selected the 200 best singers of all time; see the rock and metal names mentioned in…
[CLOSED] Dio Giveaway: Win a 'Finding the Sacred Heart' DVD and poster
We will choose one person to win 1 DVD 'Finding The Sacred Heart' and a Dio poster. Find out how to participate in the contest!Continue Reading →
Listen to Ronnie James Dio sing “War Pigs” seven years before joining Black Sabbath.
Every Black Sabbath fan has heard Dio sing "War Pigs" with the group, but the recently revived gem is…
Metal Month brings you 'Holy Diver' by Dio and 'Vulgar Display of Power' by Pantera in their entirety; listen now.
In a celebration of metal, Rhino Records will be making full audio versions of great albums from the genre available on YouTube.
Geezer Butler talks about reconciliation with Ronnie James Dio: "I was very happy"
During the premiere event for the documentary about Ronnie James Dio, Geezer Butler recalled his reconciliation with the musician.Continue Reading →
Ronnie James Dio and the unforgettable advice he gave Lzzy Hale about fans.
Lzzy Hale, vocalist of Halestorm, will never forget Ronnie James Dio's advice on how to treat fans.
Documentary about Ronnie James Dio will premiere at the SXSW Festival.
The first fully authorized documentary about the life of Ronnie James Dio will be screened at the SXSW Film Festival in Texas.
Rob Halford shares a photo containing Lemmy's ashes and Ronnie James Dio's ring.
On Monday, the 31st, Rob Halford remembered Lemmy and Ronnie James Dio by posting a photo of exclusive items from both musicians.Continue Reading →
Joey Belladonna of Anthrax covers Dio's "Holy Diver"; watch it.
Joey Belladonna, vocalist of Anthrax, performed a cover of "Holy Diver," a classic by Dio, accompanied by musicians from Drowning Pool.
Documentary about Ronnie James Dio will be released in 2022, says Wendy Dio.
According to Wendy Dio, the new documentary about the life and career of Ronnie James Dio will be released soon…
Lzzy Hale shows off unusual collection: Dio's autograph, Alice Cooper's head, and more.
Lzzy Hale, frontwoman of Halestorm, showed off some unusual items from her personal rock 'n' roll collection. Directly from her home studio, the vocalist and guitarist displayed objects from…Continue Reading →
Wendy Dio broke down in tears watching the new documentary about Ronnie James Dio.
The first cut of the authorized documentary about Ronnie James Dio made the singer's widow "break down" in tears and…
"How the hell did you replace Ozzy Osbourne in Black Sabbath?" Ronnie James Dio's autobiography recounts his insecurity and threats.
Ronnie James Dio's autobiography, 'Rainbow in the Dark', recounts the behind-the-scenes story of his joining Black Sabbath and the singer's insecurities;…
Joey Tempest of Europe pays tribute to Ronnie James Dio with a cover of "Heaven and Hell"; watch it.
Joey Tempest of Europe paid tribute to the 79th anniversary of Ronnie James Dio's release with an acoustic cover of Black Sabbath's "Heaven and Hell."Continue Reading →
Ronnie James Dio's birthday will be celebrated with an online event this Saturday, July 10th.
To celebrate the memory of Ronnie James Dio, who would have turned 79 this Saturday, the 10th, an online benefit event was held…
Black Sabbath: Geezer Butler claims Dio "copied" his horns gesture, and Vinny Appice comments.
Geezer Butler recently stirred up controversy. The bassist claims that Ronnie James Dio copied the "devil horns" gesture that…
Rob Halford, Sammy Hagar, Lzzy Hale and more will be part of Dio's virtual birthday celebration.
The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund will hold a celebration for Dio's birthday on July 10th. Learn more here!Continue Reading →
The day Tony Iommi fell for Dio and Vinny Appice's nasty prank.
During an interview, Vinny Apice recalled a prank he and Ronnie James Dio played on Tony Iommi. Read about it here!
Wendy Dio will participate in a virtual autograph session for Dio's biography.
Ronnie James Dio's biography will be released in July, and the musician's widow and manager, Wendy Dio, will be present…
Dio: “Rainbow in the Dark” is chosen as the best song from the album 'Holy Diver'.
We asked our readers what their favorite song is on Dio's album 'Holy Diver', and they told us: "Rainbow in the Dark"!Continue Reading →