Dio

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

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

Members:
Claude Schnell, Craig Goldy, Doug Aldrich, Jake Williams, Jeff Pilson, Jens Johansson, Jerry Best, Jimmy Bain, Ronald Padavona, Rowan Robertson, Rudy Sarzo, Scott Warren, Simon Wright, Teddy Cook, Tracy Grijalva, Vinny Appice, Vivian Campbell