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MÖTLEY CRÜE, WHITESNAKE, TWISTED SISTER Members Pay Tribute To DIO On 'The Tour Bus'
Ralph Sutton of the nationally syndicated rock radio show "The Tour Bus" recently hosted an hour-long special tribute to the legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio, who passed away on May 16 after a six-month battle with stomach cancer. The program featured music from Dio's career, clips from...May 28, 2010
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Swedish RONNIE JAMES DIO Memorial Event Planned For This Sunday
On Sunday, May 30, fans of Ronnie James Dio will come together at Pub Anchor in Stockholm, Sweden for "RJD RIP - In Memory Of Dio", a two-hour celebration of the legendary heavy metal singer's life. Swedish hard rockers FATAL SMILE will perform their "To The Last In Line" Dio tribute song, and there...May 28, 2010
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ALICE IN CHAINS Bassist: DIO 'Was A Leader And A Wonderful, Wonderful Human Being'
BLABBERMOUTH.NET has received the following statement from ALICE IN CHAINS bassist Mike Inez regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "I've never met a person in this profession who has inspired me more than Ronnie James...May 28, 2010
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KUFO's 'Metalopolis' Pays Tribute To RONNIE JAMES DIO
Portland, Oregon's heavy metal radio show "Metalopolis", hosted by former WHITE ZOMBIE drummer Ivan de Prume, paid tribute legendary heavy metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio — best known for his work with BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW and his own band DIO — this past Saturday, May 22. You can now listen to th...May 27, 2010
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DROWNING POOL's C.J.PIERCE Remembers SLIPKNOT Bassist
Guitarist C.J. Pierce of Texas heavy rockers DROWNING POOL has released the following statement regarding the passing of SLIPKNOT bassist Paul Gray: "Paul was, actually, the first person in SLIPKNOT that Dave Williams [late DROWNING POOL singer], me, Mike [Luce, drums], and Stevie [Benton, bass] eve...May 27, 2010
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DORO PESCH: DIO 'Was Such An Incredible Inspiration To Me Both As A Musician And As A Person'
German metal queen Doro Pesch has released the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "I'm so sad and heartbroken it's still hard to even believe what has happened. It feels like losing one of my be...May 26, 2010
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Former RAINBOW Members Pay Tribute To RONNIE JAMES DIO On 'Shockwaves Skull Sessions'
The 36th installment of the "Shockwaves Skull Sessions" podcast features original RAINBOW/ELF bassist Craig Gruber and returning guest and former RAINBOW bassist Bob Daisley joining host Bob Nalbandian for a very special tribute to the late Ronnie James Dio. Both Bob and Craig share some great stori...May 26, 2010
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HYDROGYN Members Mourn Loss Of RONNIE JAMES DIO, PAUL GRAY
Ashland, Kentucky rockers HYDROGYN — whose current lineup includes two former members of MEGADETH, Jeff Young (guitar) and James Lomenzo (bass) — have issued the following update: "It's been a bittersweet past couple of weeks here in camp HYDROGYN. "Firstly, we are deeply saddened by the passing of...May 26, 2010
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Former DIO Guitarist TRACY G.: RONNIE JAMES DIO Was 'One Of The Greatest Rock Vocalists Ever'
Former DIO guitarist Tracy "G" Grijalva has posted the following message regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "My condolences for Wendy Dio and all the Dio family for their loss. My prayers are with all of you. "I wo...May 26, 2010
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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE Remembers RONNIE JAMES DIO
During an appearance on this past Monday's (May 24) edition of the nationally syndicated radio show "Rockline" with host Bob Coburn, MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine spoke about the legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW),who passed away on May 1...May 26, 2010
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REALITY CHECK TV's RONNIE JAMES DIO Tribute Posted Online
Reality Check TV has posted a heartfelt tribute to legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW). Watch it in three parts below. Commented Reality Check TV: "Ronnie was a genuine person who always took out time to say hello, give us exclusive intervie...May 25, 2010
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TESTAMENT, DISTURBED Singers Pay Tribute To RONNIE JAMES DIO On 'Creep Show'
TESTAMENT frontman Chuck Billy, who toured with Ronnie James Dio and his band HEAVEN & HELL on the Metal Masters Tour in 2008 and DISTURBED vocalist David Draiman, whose singing and performance style were greatly influenced by Dio, were interviewed for a special episode of Noisecreep's "Creep Sh...May 25, 2010
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THE ANSWER Guitarist Pays Tribute To RONNIE JAMES DIO
Paul Mahon, guitarist for Irish rock band THE ANSWER, has posted the following message regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "Let me start by offering our condolences to the family of Ronnie James Dio, one of the grea...May 25, 2010
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Y&T Performs DIO Classic In San Francisco; Video Available
California rock veterans Y&T performed a cover version of the DIO classic "Rainbow In The Dark" on May 22, 2010 at the Fillmore in San Francisco, California in honor of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW) who passed away on May 16 after...May 25, 2010
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Producer ROB CAVALLO Remembers RONNIE JAMES DIO
Producer Rob Cavallo (GREEN DAY, MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE, PARAMORE, FLEETWOOD MAC) has released the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "Ronnie was the first major artist to take me seriously as an A...May 25, 2010
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