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RONNIE JAMES DIO Hologram Show Is 'A Memorial Service In The Form Of A Rock Concert,' Says CRAIG GOLDY
Craig Goldy says that every show on the "Dio Returns" tour is "a memorial service in the form of a rock concert." Goldy joined DIO during the "Sacred Heart" tour in 1986 after original guitarist Vivian Campbell was fired from the band following a contentious business disagreement with the singer and...June 29, 2019
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RONNIE JAMES DIO's Hologram Hits Dallas During 'Dio Returns' Tour (Video)
The new Ronnie James Dio hologram played on June 21 at The Bomb Factory in Dallas, Texas. The show was part of the month-long "Dio Returns" U.S. tour, which kicked off on May 31 in Fort Myers, Florida. The Dio hologram production uses audio of Ronnie's live performances from throughout his career, w...June 23, 2019
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ECLIPSE: New Album 'Paradigm' Due In October; Artwork, Track Listing Revealed
Swedish melodic hard rock quartet ECLIPSE will release its seventh album, "Paradigm", on October 11 via Frontiers Music Srl. A sample of a new song, "Viva La Victoria", can be heard in the teaser video below. On August 23, "Viva La Victoria" will be released as a 12-inch picture disc limited to 500...June 23, 2019
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WENDY DIO On Hologram Tours: 'I Think It's The Way Of The Future'
Wendy Dio spoke to the "RocknRoll Beer Guy" podcast about the all-new Ronnie James Dio hologram which made its live debut late last month at the opening show of the 2019 leg of the "Dio Returns" tour. The production uses audio of Ronnie's live performances from throughout his career, with the DIO DI...June 21, 2019
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CARMINE APPICE On RONNIE JAMES DIO Hologram Tour: 'It Keeps The Music Alive'
In a recent interview with "Rock Hard With Jay Conroy", legendary drummer Carmine Appice was asked for his opinion on the current Ronnie James Dio hologram tour. He said (hear audio below): "I don't know until I see it. I really only saw it on my phone. I can't really tell… I think the idea is inter...June 17, 2019
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RONNIE JAMES DIO Hologram Joined By DAVID 'ROCK' FEINSTEIN For 'Neon Knights' Performance In Huntington (Video)
THE RODS frontman David "Rock" Feinstein joined the Ronnie James Dio hologram on stage on June 9 at The Paramount in Huntington, New York to perform the BLACK SABBATH classic "Neon Knights". The show was part of the month-long "Dio Returns" U.S. tour, which kicked off on May 31 in Fort Myers, Florid...June 13, 2019
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HAMMERFALL: Official Lyric Video For New Single '(We Make) Sweden Rock'
The official lyric video for "(We Make) Sweden Rock", the new single from Swedish metallers HAMMERFALL, can be seen below. The song is taken from the band's upcoming album titled "Dominion", which will be released on August 16 via Napalm Records. Vocalist Joacim Cans describes the creation of "(We...June 10, 2019
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Here Is Quality Video Of RONNIE JAMES DIO's Hologram Performing In Asbury Park, New Jersey
The new Ronnie James Dio hologram played on June 8 at Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, New Jersey. The show was part of the month-long "Dio Returns" U.S. tour, which kicked off on May 31 in Fort Myers, Florida. The Dio hologram production uses audio of Ronnie's live performances from throughout his...June 9, 2019
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BIFF BYFORD Says 'It Was A Nightmare' Selecting The 40 Songs On SAXON's New Live Album
SAXON vocalist Biff Byford recently spoke with rock journalist Mark Taylor. The full conversation can be viewed below. A few excerpts follow (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On the group's forthcoming "The Eagle Has Landed 40 (Live)", which features 40 songs covering four decades: Biff: "It was...June 9, 2019
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RONNIE JAMES DIO's Hologram Hits Glenside During 'Dio Returns' Tour (Video)
The new Ronnie James Dio hologram played on June 7 at Keswick Theatre in Glenside, Pennsylvania. The show was part of the month-long "Dio Returns" U.S. tour, which kicked off on May 31 in Fort Myers, Florida. The Dio hologram production uses audio of Ronnie's live performances from throughout his ca...June 8, 2019
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SEPULTURA, NIGHTWISH, DIRKSCHNEIDER, KORPIKLAANI, Others Featured On 'Live At Wacken 2018: 29 Years Louder The Hell'
The greatest heavy metal festival in the world, Wacken Open Air, will unleash its latest collection on July 26 through Silver Linings Music/Wacken Records when "Live At Wacken 2018: 29 Years Louder The Hell" smashes into stores. The 16th release in the "Live At Wacken" series, which dates back to 20...June 6, 2019
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RONNIE JAMES DIO Hologram: New Trailer For 'Dio Returns' Tour
A new trailer for the 2019 leg of the "Dio Returns" world tour can be seen below. The new Ronnie James Dio hologram kicked off its month-long U.S. trek on May 31 in Fort Myers, Florida. The Dio hologram production uses audio of Ronnie's live performances from throughout his career, with the DIO DISC...June 6, 2019
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RONNIE JAMES DIO's Hologram Hits Atlanta During 'Dio Returns' Tour (Video)
The new Ronnie James Dio hologram played the third show of its month-long U.S. tour last night (Monday, June 3) at Center Stage in Atlanta, Georgia. The Dio hologram production uses audio of Ronnie's live performances from throughout his career, with the DIO DISCIPLES band playing live, consisting...June 4, 2019
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RONNIE JAMES DIO Hologram Hits Orlando (Video)
The new Ronnie James Dio hologram played the second show of its month-long U.S. tour last night (Saturday, June 1) at The Plaza Live in Orlando, Florida. The Dio hologram production uses audio of Ronnie's live performances from throughout his career, with the DIO DISCIPLES band playing live, consist...June 2, 2019
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RONNIE JAMES DIO Hologram: St. Petersburg Concert Canceled Due To 'Production Size' Issues
The "Dio Returns" hologram show on Sunday, June 2 at The Palladium in St. Petersburg, Florida is canceled. Due to the size and scope of the production, the show cannot go on as planned. The booking agents are working closely with the producers of the tour to find a new date at an alternative venue....June 1, 2019