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Séamas Aloysius @seamusaloysius.bsky.social · Jul 10

Remembering Ronnie James Dio 💖🤘
(July 10, 1942 – May 16, 2010) One of the most powerful, respected, and influential voices in the entire history of heavy metal. Vocals for Elf ('72-'75), Rainbow ('75-'79), Black Sabbath ('79-'82), Dio ('82-'04), Heaven & Hell ('06-'10)..🔥

His journey began in the late 1950s, eventually leading to the formation of Elf before his legendary collaboration with Ritchie Blackmore in Rainbow. Albums such as Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, Rising, and Long Live Rock 'n' Roll showcased Dio's extraordinary voice and established him as one of hard rock's greatest frontmen...🔥️
In 1979, Dio joined Black Sabbath, replacing Ozzy Osbourne and helping create some of the band's most celebrated albums, including Heaven and Hell, Mob Rules, and Dehumanizer. His powerful vocals and epic songwriting brought a new dimension to the band's legendary sound...🎤
In 1982, he formed Dio, releasing iconic albums such as Holy Diver, The Last in Line, and Sacred Heart. With unforgettable songs like "Holy Diver", "Rainbow in the Dark", and "We Rock", Dio cemented his legacy as one of metal's greatest performers. 🤘🔥
Later, he reunited with his former Black Sabbath bandmates in Heaven & Hell, proving that his voice and passion for metal remained as powerful as ever. His influence reached generations of musicians and fans around the world. ⚔️🎸
Beyond his incredible vocal range, Ronnie James Dio will forever be remembered for his fantasy-inspired lyrics, his kindness toward fans, and for popularizing the iconic "devil horns" hand gesture that became a symbol of heavy metal culture...🤘
Gone, but never forgotten!!

July 11, 2026 at 10:35 PM

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Black Sabbath
Heaven & Hell

PlayItLouder 🎵 @playitlouder.bsky.social · Jun 7

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Day 8 •

Black Sabbath

Heaven and Hell

If I were ranking my list, this would absolutely be on top. 🤘

open.spotify.com/track/3Jl5Go...

Heaven and Hell - 2008 Remaster

Black Sabbath · Heaven and Hell (2008 Remaster) · Song · 1980

open.spotify.com

June 7, 2026 at 11:32 PM

This Day in Metal

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July 2nd 1984 𝐃𝐢𝐨 released the album "The Last In Line" #WeRock #TheLastInLine #Breathless #Mystery #EatYourHeartOut #HeavyMetal

𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰...
The album reached number 24 on the Billboard Chart.

July 2, 2025 at 10:41 PM

Tom

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Black Sabbath
🎶 Heaven and Hell

youtu.be/RVUK2rtAkJE?...

Heaven and Hell

YouTube video by Black Sabbath - Topic

youtu.be

June 17, 2026 at 9:18 AM

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Heaven and Hell - Black Sabbath

youtu.be/7WTnA_XvlGo?

June 27, 2026 at 3:30 AM

Tom

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Ronnie James Dio 👇

Rainbow
🎶 Self Portrait

youtu.be/lL0kT5P3HgA?...

Self Portrait

YouTube video by Rainbow - Topic

youtu.be

June 21, 2026 at 6:29 PM

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(Dio)🤘
Rainbow
Man On the Silver Mtn.

youtube.com/watch?v=ORnv...

Man On The Silver Mountain

YouTube video by Rainbow - Topic

youtube.com

June 11, 2026 at 11:43 PM

Ronny Jamone

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2. Stargazer - Rainbow

youtu.be/c0WNMSTG5C8?

June 2, 2026 at 2:33 AM

Ronny Jamone

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1. I Speed at Night - Dio

youtu.be/OXqnHLXZugA?

June 1, 2026 at 2:40 AM

Tom

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Ronnie James Dio 👇

Black Sabbath
🎶 Neon Knights

youtu.be/8pXLQF7Tdkc?...

Black Sabbath - Neon Knights (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by RHINO

youtu.be

June 27, 2026 at 9:04 AM

Tom

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Black Sabbath
🎶 Die Young

youtu.be/R8VFpGhP0JU?...

Black Sabbath - Die Young (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by RHINO

youtu.be

June 18, 2026 at 8:47 AM

Tom

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Rainbow
🎶 Stargazer

youtu.be/YmJIccPWnEk?...

Stargazer

YouTube video by Rainbow - Topic

youtu.be

June 15, 2026 at 9:14 PM

Ronny Jamone

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Starting June 1st.
Posting open at 5pm on 5/31 if you’re so inclined.
Stand up and shout!

#MusicChallenge
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#Dio

Ronny Jamone @ronny-jamone.bsky.social · May 27

#NewMusicChallenge
#MusicChallenge

We’ve done Priest & Maiden. Time for a month of music involving the legend- Ronnie James Dio!

Join me for #TheLastInLine
1 song a day, say around 5pm EST?
Starting June 1st. Posting open at 5pm EST on May 31.

Dio Rainbow Sabbath Elf Heaven & Hell… and more.

American singer Ronnie James Dio throwing horns.

May 31, 2026 at 4:02 AM

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Dio
Holy Diver

Day - 9

Lyrics: "Oh, what's become of me"?

youtube.com/watch?v=2lvs...

Dio - Holy Diver (Official Music Video) [HD]

YouTube video by RHINO

youtube.com

June 8, 2026 at 11:29 PM

Ronny Jamone

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The Last in Line music challenge.
30 days of Ronnie James Dio.
Starting June 1st.
Stand up and shout!

Ronny Jamone @ronny-jamone.bsky.social · May 27

#NewMusicChallenge
#MusicChallenge

We’ve done Priest & Maiden. Time for a month of music involving the legend- Ronnie James Dio!

Join me for #TheLastInLine
1 song a day, say around 5pm EST?
Starting June 1st. Posting open at 5pm EST on May 31.

Dio Rainbow Sabbath Elf Heaven & Hell… and more.

May 29, 2026 at 3:16 AM