Dio (2)

US Heavy Metal band formed by singer [a=Ronnie James Dio] and drummer [a=Vinny Appice] in 1982 following their depature from [a=Black Sabbath]. The line-up changed many times with RJD being the only constant member.

Active between 1982–1991, and subsequently 1993–2010, until the death of Dio following a diagnosis of stomach cancer in late 2009.