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Ronnie James Dio – Finding the Sacred Heart: Live in Philly (2013) - With the sad anniversary of Ronnie James Dio's death some three years ago comes an opportunity to return to a muscular concert offering that finds him near the peak of his solo powers. Read More

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Ronnie James Dio Remembered by His Widow Wendy…

May 16, 2013

Today (May 16) marks the third anniversary of Ronnie James Dio's death.

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Apr 28, 2013

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Apr 09, 2013

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Dio's Dream Evil gets the deluxe treatment

Feb 12, 2013

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Dio Biography

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Dio was an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio, after he left Black Sabbath with intentions to form a new band with fellow former Black Sabbath member, drummer Vinny Appice. The name Dio was chosen because it made sense from a commercial standpoint, as the name was already well-known at that time. Dio means "God" in Italian. The band released ten studio albums and had numerous line-up changes over the years with Ronnie James Dio having been the only constant member. Guitarists have included Craig Goldy (most recent guitarist), Doug Aldrich, Vivian Campbell, Tracy G, Jake E. Lee and Rowan Robertson. The band dissolved in 2010 when Ronnie James Dio died of stomach cancer at the age of 67. The band has sold more than 10 million copies of albums worldwide.

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