Ronnie James Dio was lost to cancer 4 years ago but without a doubt, his legacy will live forever. Known for some of the greatest head banging tunes in rock history, his influence is undeniable. Earlier this month, the tribute album 'This Is Your Life' hit stores with a who's who of rockers covering some of Dio's legendary work with Rainbow, Black Sabbath and his own namesake band. One contributio
Metallica have their share of naysayers, but after hearing the band's new Ronnie James Dio tribute medley, 'Ronnie Rising,' we have a feeling the lips of those naysayers will be sewn shut. The nine-minute song is masterfully put together, combining the iconic tracks 'A Light in the Black,' 'Tarot Woman,' 'Stargazer' and 'Kill the King.'
Former members of Dio, Whitesnake and the Scorpions will take part in a four-day, two-city music event, with special shows focusing on the music of Cream and the Scorpions.
There's a long list of rock musicians who'd love to have Eddie Van Halen in their band, but only a few of them have the means to actually make the invitation in person.
Several decades after closing the door on his time with Dio, guitarist Vivian Campbell has reunited with his former bandmates and reclaimed a chapter of his musical legacy.
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell has revealed that he was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and has already gone through two of six months of chemotherapy to battle the cancer.
Fans of the late, great Ronnie James Dio and his band Dio can relive the group's glory years with the upcoming re-release of a 1986 concert in Philadelphia. 'Finding the Sacred Heart -- Live in Philly 1986' will be available on CD, vinyl, DVD and Blu-ray on May 28.
Ronnie James Dio was a true legend. His influence is truly immeasurable in rock n' roll, his songwriting, his style, his persona, his graciousness. Obviously his iconic songs will live forever, and now even more so thanks to the Dio Disciples.
He left his mark on rock & roll, and now a tribute to Ronnie James Dio is on the way. Black Country Communion vocalist Glenn Hughes says he and several other hard rock notables have committed to the project.