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Former Dio guitarist Craig Goldy has unveiled a new supergroup called Dream Child.

The set featured a selection of music from Black Sabbath's four albums with Ronnie James Dio – along with something unexpected: New songs.

Watch the U.S. debut of the Ronnie James Dio hologram performing 'We Rock,' backed by the Dio Disciples band.

David Draiman had mixed emotions about the Ronnie James Dio hologram, expressing his adoration for the singer but unsure if this will taint the legacy.

Dio Disciples wowed the audience at the Wacken Open Air festival performing with a hologram of the late great Ronnie James Dio.

Many of Ronnie James Dio's peers and loved ones gathered to celebrate his memory at a memorial service Saturday at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

A solid reputation fronting Rainbow and the underrated Elf obviously preceded him.

Fans attending the Sweden's Getaway Rock Festival last August were responsible for raising over $20 for Ronnie James Dio's Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund.

The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund has made a significant donation to the Houston Cancer Center.

Halestorm's Lzzy Hale spoke with 'Loudwire Nights' host Full Metal Jackie about the progress of their next album, their Ronnie James Dio tribute song + more.

The upcoming Ronnie James Dio 'This Is Your Life' tribute album is turning out to be quite the collection. The latest song to surface online is the Corey Taylor-led rendition of 'Rainbow in the Dark.'

Hear the original versions of the Dio, Rainbow and Black Sabbath songs being covered on the upcoming Ronnie James Dio tribute album 'This is Your Life.'

Metallica have their share of naysayers, but after hearing the band's new Ronnie James Dio tribute medley, 'Ronnie Rising,' we have a feeling the lips of those naysayers will be sewn shut. The nine-minute song is masterfully put together, combining the iconic tracks 'A Light in the Black,' 'Tarot Woman,' 'Stargazer' and 'Kill the King.'

Judas Priest's Rob Halford was the recipient of the 'Man on the Silver Mountain' award Monday night (March 17) at the 3rd Annual Ronnie James Dio Awards and Loudwire was there to catch the festivities.

All hail the late Ronnie James Dio … and many in the rock and metal world have heeded that call. A who's who of rock and metal acts have gathered to pay homage to the late Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Dio and Heaven & Hell frontman via the upcoming tribute album, 'This Is Your Life.' Loudwire is proud to bring you the U.S. premiere of one of the tracks on the disc -- Halestorm's rendition of 'Strai

The late Ronnie James Dio's impact was far reaching, as evidenced not only by the upcoming tribute album that's coming this year but also by the talent lineup on hand for the 3rd Annual Ronnie James Dio Awards Gala. Let's start with Halestorm and Corey Taylor, who will be rocking the stage at this year's event in Hollywood, Calif.

A new benefit album pays tribute to Ronnie James Dio with 13 interpretations of his music from Metallica, Motorhead, Scorpions, Anthrax and Judas Priest's Rob Halford, among others.

'Stone Cold' Steve Austin is one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time. His persuasion as an anti-authoritarian and surly redneck who loves drinking beer and kicking ass is among the most celebrated characters in WWE / WWF history. Those familiar with Austin may picture the man listening to Lynyrd Skynyrd or Hank Williams, and although that may be true, Austin recently professed his l

Do you believe in ghosts? More to the point, do you believe the ghosts of dead rock stars hang around concerts where their songs are being played? If so, then add Ronnie James Dio to the list of possible apparitions -- because according to at least one witness, he popped up (quite literally) at a Last in Line show this weekend.

The music world is no doubt reflecting today, as May 16, 2013, marks the third anniversary of the death of one of metal's giants, Ronnie James Dio. In late 2009, it was announced that Dio had been diagnosed with stomach cancer, and while the rocker fought the good fight, he eventually succumbed on May 16, 2010. On this third anniversary of his passing, Dio's manager, business partner, wife and lov