Ronnie James Dio

Tool to Auction a Signed Kitchen Sink to Raise Money for Ronnie James Dio Cancer Fund

Charitable fundraisers these days generally try to bring in money for their causes by listing just about anything they think will sell for a decent…

Josh Chesler / November 18, 2020

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Dave Grohl, Jack Black, and More Honor the Late Ronnie James Dio in Video

The late, great Ronnie James Dio would have turned 78 today (July 9). Though he wasn't around to celebrate, his longtime pals did instead.

SPIN Staff / July 9, 2020

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Ronnie James Dio Will Tour the World as a Hologram

Beloved metal frontman and innovator Ronnie James Dio, who passed away in 2010, is perhaps not someone you would have expected to join the ranks of…

Winston Cook-Wilson / July 26, 2017

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Ronnie James Dio’s Widow Calls Gene Simmons’ Devil Horns Trademark Attempt “Disgusting”

Yesterday, news broke that KISS frontman Gene Simmons had filed an application to trademark a hand symbol that looked a lot like the heavy metal horns…

Taylor Berman / June 16, 2017

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Dimebag Darrell and Dio Tribute Brings Metal Elite to Hollywood

"You think Dimebag can hear you?" shouted Sebastian Bach, standing centerstage in full Diamond Dave mode, early in last night's tribute to guitarist Dimebag Darrell…

Steve Appleford / December 15, 2011

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Inside Ronnie James Dio’s Mansion!

When Ronnie James Dio died in May, he left behind a 50-year catalogue featuring some of metal's best and most influential songs. He also left…

William Goodman / October 1, 2010

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Ronnie James Dio Public Memorial Announced

Iconic metal frontman Ronnie James Dio will be honored in a public memorial service Sunday, May 30, in Los Angeles. The singer, known for his…

Peter Gaston / May 21, 2010

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Billy Corgan, Pearl Jam, & Others Honor Dio

The death of heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio on May 16 has resonated throughout the musical community, affecting artists inspired by his work with…

Kelsey Paine / May 18, 2010