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Dio was an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio. Dio left Black Sabbath with intentions to form a new band with fellow former Black Sabbath drummer Vinny Appice . [1]
Hear 'n Aid. Musical artist. Website. ronniejamesdio .com. Ronald James Padavona [3] (July 10, 1942 – May 16, 2010), [4] known professionally as Ronnie James Dio, was an American heavy metal singer. He fronted numerous bands throughout his career, including Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Dio and Heaven & Hell .
Learn about the life and legacy of Ronnie James Dio, the legendary singer of DIO, Black Sabbath and Rainbow. Explore his biography, film, albums and merchandise on his official website.
Dio was an American heavy metal band centred around vocalist Ronnie James Dio. Formed in 1982, the group originally consisted of Dio, guitarist Jake E. Lee (replaced by Vivian Campbell for the first active lineup of the band), bassist Jimmy Bain and drummer Vinny Appice.
ImageNameYears ActiveInstrumentsRonnie James Dio (Ronald James Padavona)1982–2010 (until his death)vocals keyboards bass1982–1989 1992–1998drums percussionall Dio releases from Holy Diver (1983) ...1982–1989 1992–1993 1999–2004 (died ...bass keyboards guitar backing vocalsall Dio releases from Holy Diver (1983) ...1982guitarnoneRonnie James Dio singer-songwriter and composer. Founder or frontman of numerous groups throughout his career, including Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Dio, and Heaven & Hell.
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Dio - Encyclopaedia Metallum: The Metal Archives. Country of origin: United States. Location: New York, New York. Status: Split-up. Formed in: 1982. Genre: Heavy Metal. Themes: Heroism, Fantasy, Metaphors, Humanity, Death. Last label: Sanctuary Records. Years active: 1982-1991, 1993-2010.