This is not along the lines of the format of this blog, but Ronnie James Dio was a big part of my life as a young singer/songwriter in the late 70s/early 80s. With that said, here is my original statement regarding his passing, as written at http://metalcrotch.com
I choose not to mourn the loss of another metal legend, but to remember the joy RONNIE JAMES DIO brought into my life. An incredible artist & songwriter, awesome vocalist & front man, and a true personification of the metal spirit. While “Neon Nights” left me in awe and “Holy Diver” kicked my ass, I will always remember Dio as “The Man On The Silver Mountain.” LONG LIVE DIO! -Wicked D \m/
















































