Ronnie James Dio was an American musician born on July 10, 1942. He is best known as the lead vocalist for the heavy metal bands Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and his own band, Dio. Dio's powerful voice and theatrical style made him a legendary figure in rock music. He is credited with popularizing the "devil horns" hand gesture in rock culture. Ronnie's contributions to heavy metal have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered as one of the greatest vocalists in the genre.

"The music industry's actions at the time of 9/11 and since have been actions driven by patriotism in most instances, and greed and stupidity to a lesser degree. Sounds like real life doesn't it?"



"I've never taken vocal lessons. My early trumpet training and a fortunate talent for singing has always been enough for me. In the case of rock singing, I've always felt it was better to remain a bit untrained to maintain your individuality."



"Music, Rock and Roll music especially, is such a generational thing. Each generation must have their own music, I had my own in my generation, you have yours, everyone I know has their own generation."



"Lyrically I like to use themes that make the listener use his or her imagination, and to give a little of the lessons I've learned in my own life."



"The best subjects are always people, who never fail to amaze me by their unpredictability."

