Dio

Was an American heavy metal band led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio, who formed it in 1982 after leaving Black Sabbath. Ronnie James Dio died today (May 16th, 2010) at 7:45am, losing the battle to stomach cancer. His wife, Wendy Dio, commented "Today my heart is broken, Ronnie passed away at 7:45am 16th May. Many, many friends and family were able to say their private good-byes before he peacefully passed away. Ronnie knew how much he was loved by all. We so appreciate the love and support that you have all given us. Please give us a few days of privacy to deal with this terrible loss. Please know he loved you all and his music will live on forever.

Members:

Ronnie James Dio – vocals (1982–1991, 1993–2010)
Craig Goldy – guitar (1986–1989, 1999–2001, 2004–2005, 2006–2010)
Rudy Sarzo – bass (2005–2010)
Simon Wright – drums (1989–1991, 1999–2010)
Scott Warren – keyboards (1993–2010)

Discography:

Holy Diver (1983)
The Last in Line (1984)
Sacred Heart (1985)
Dream Evil (1987)
Lock up the Wolves (1990)
Strange Highways (1994)
Angry Machines (1996)
Magica (2000)
Killing the Dragon (2002)
Master of the Moon (2004)

Hits:

Holy diver (Holy Diver 83) /
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Rainbow in the dark (Holy Diver 83) /
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The last in line (The Last in Line 84) /
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We rock (The Last in Line 84) /
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Mystery (The Last in Line 84) /
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Rock 'n' Roll children (Sacred Heart 85) /
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Hungry for heaven (Sacred Heart 85) /
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Dio live (Non Album 85) /
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King of rock and roll (Sacred Heart 85) /
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I could have been a dreamer (Dream Evil 87) /
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All the fools sailed away (Dream Evil 87) /
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Hey angel (Lock Up the Wolves 90) /
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Born on the sun (Lock Up the Wolves 90) /
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Evilution (Strange Highways 94) /
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Jesus Mary and the holy ghost (Strange Highways 94) /
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Dio live:

Heaven and Hell (Live Wacken 2004)
Children Of The Sea - Dio (Live)
Rainbow In The Dark (Live The Spectrum 1984)
The Last in Line / Holy Diver (Live Japan 85)

Official Website: www.ronniejamesdio.com