JORN LANDE Talks About RONNIE JAMES DIO At SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL; Video Available

June 11, 2010

Video footage of powerhouse Norwegian vocalist Jorn Lande (MASTERPLAN, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, ARK, THE SNAKES) talking about the passing of Ronnie James Dio and paying tribute to the recently deceased singer with one minute of silence during Lande's performance Thursday (June 10) at the Sweden Rock Festival in Sölvesborg in southern Sweden can be viewed below.

As previously reported, Jorn Lande will honor the musical legacy of Ronnie James Dio with his new album, aptly entitled "Dio", to be released on July 2 in Europe and July 27 in the U.S. via Frontiers Records.

Handpicking some lesser known tunes of the Dio era, along with some of the true classics, Jorn offers a fine collection of songs that present the music of the man and the artist, with a unique twist.

"Dio" will also include an original song for which a video, shot by Thomas Tjader (PRETTY MAIDS, IN FLAMES),was produced.

The "Song for Ronnie James" video can be viewed below.

Commented Lande: "I am overwhelmed by all the positive response regarding 'Song for Ronnie James', and all the warm comments I have recieved from all around the world. It means a lot to me that you have embraced this song as something coming from the heart, and I'm truly grateful.

"In just a few days, more than 100,000 people have viewed the video on the Internet, and the number is still rising...

"Many people are too busy trying to reinvent the wheel, forgetting the talent, quality and originality of the people that paved the way, like Ronnie James Dio.

"My intentions for writing 'Song for Ronnie James' was to bow down and pay respect to one of the greatest, most influential and unique artists the world has ever known.

"When Ronnie passed away so sudden, I wasn't sure whether or not the release of the song should be postponed for a while, but we decided to proceed with the release of the song as planned.

"'Song for Ronnie James' was written before Ronnie got sick last year, and it makes me sad to know that he never got to hear it.

"Without Ronnie's presence, I would not have become the artist I am today.

"It's hard holding back the tears when reading all your wonderful comments, and once again I thank all of you for your support and recognition.

"Ronnie James Dio lost his battle against cancer, but we must continue to fight this disease. Medical researchers are doing progress every day, and they need our help.

"You can help World Cancer Research Fund International by following [this link]. I urge you all to contribute in any way you can; your help will make a difference."

"Dio" was mixed by Tommy Hansen at Jailhouse Studios and it features the following tracks:

01. Song For Ronnie James
02. Invisible
03. Shame on the Night
04. Push
05. Stand Up And Shout
06. Don't Talk to Strangers
07. Lord Of The Last Day
08. Night People
09. Sacred Heart
10. Sunset Superman
11. Lonely Is The Word / Letters From Earth (2010 version)
12. Kill The King
13. Straight Through The Heart (live)
14. Song For Ronnie James (video)

JORN is:

Jorn Lande: Lead Vocals
Willy Bendiksen: Drums
Tore Moren: Guitar
Jgor Gianola: Guitar
Tor Erik Myhre: Guitar
Nic Angileri: Bass

Jorn Lande talking about Ronnie James Dio:

"Song for Ronnie James" video:

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