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DIO DISCIPLES: First Official Photo Of New Lineup Released - Oct. 8, 2012
DIO DISCIPLES — the project featuring former DIO members Simon Wright (drums), Craig Goldy (guitar) and Scott Warren (keyboards)— will embark on a North American tour at the end of October.

The group, which pays tribute to legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW, DIO, HEAVEN & HELL) and is fully supported by Dio's widow/manager, Wendy, currently consists of the following musicians:

* Tim "Ripper" Owens (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, JUDAS PRIEST, ICED EARTH) - Vocals
* Oni Logan (LYNCH MOB) - Vocals
* Craig Goldy (DIO) - Guitar
* Bjorn Englen (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN) - Bass
* Scott Warren (DIO,HEAVEN & HELL) - Keyboards
* Simon Wright (DIO, AC/DC, UFO) – Drums

Commented Goldy: "After Ronnie's passing and a lengthy mourning period, Wendy Dio and the band that was left behind have decided it was time to honor and keep the memory and legacy of Ronnie James Dio alive in the most respectful way possible!

"The [new] tour dates have been [announced] and I hope that any of you that can... will come experience this!

"And it is an experience! There is something special that happens when a group of people gather together with the same heart, mind and spirit as one another... and that is what happens every night we (the DIO DISCIPLES) perform! I never know when... but I know that it will happen because it always does... some time during the concert, the audience and the band connect and become as one!

"And with the large speaker system, lights and special performances by past members of AC/DC, JUDAS PRIEST, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN and LYNCH MOB... you don't want to rely on all the crappy little cell phone recordings that look and sound like shit posted on YouTube!

"I've never lied about anything to any DIO fan and I'm not about to start now! Every time we perform there's always several very special moments that just can't be defined into words! You just have to trust me and come experience it for yourselves! And I hope you do!"

Upcoming DIO DISCIPLES shows:

Oct. 20 - Anaheim, CA - House Of Blues
Oct. 21 - San Luis, Obispo - Slo Brew
Oct. 23 - Seattle, WA - El Corazon
Oct. 24 - Portland, OR - Hawthorne
Oct. 26 - Las Vegas, NV - Hard Rock on Strip
Oct. 27 - Tempe, AZ - Club Red
Oct. 28 - Ventura, CA - Ventura Theatre
Oct. 31 - Hollywood, CA - The Avalon (Ronnie James Dio Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund charity show)
Nov. 08 - Ft Wayne, IN - Pierre's
Nov. 10 - Detroit, MI - Harpos
Nov. 11 - Etobicoke, ON - Rockpile
Nov. 13 - Portland, ME - Asylum
Nov. 15 - Sayerville, NJ - Starland
Nov. 17 - Amityville, NY - Revolution
Nov. 18 - Poughkeepsie, NY - The Chance
Nov. 20 - Allentown, PA - Crocodile Rock
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10/8/2012 10:47:34 PM
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And once again I say, "thanks for the Florida dates"...


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10/8/2012 10:57:52 PM
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What I don't get, is why they feel the need for two vocalists. Just have Ripper doing all the vocals!


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COMMENT | ^^^^^
 posted by : RiotAct666
10/8/2012 11:03:25 PM
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Lynch Mob broke up, Dokken said on this past friday night during Eddie Trunk's show. When Don called in. He said that There was a big blowout in the studio. and George Lynch got all pissed etc. And also, Mick Brown was to meet T&N a.k.a. Tooth And Nail for something and that they have also, broken up due to issues, Check out the whole interview online on Trunk's website. It should be up already.


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COMMENT | Oni Logan...
 posted by : Hammer777
10/8/2012 11:05:23 PM
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will quit this band in 3...2...1....


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10/8/2012 11:17:58 PM
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what happened to the other singer?? he was doing an excellent job


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10/9/2012 12:37:12 AM
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Dio karaoke.... Zzzzz....zzzzz....zzzzz


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10/9/2012 4:13:22 AM
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Wendy's business plan regarding this cash grab: tour till they can afford a Ronnie hologram.


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10/9/2012 5:48:41 AM
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This shit has gone on long enough.


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COMMENT | I repeat...
 posted by : Icarus21
10/9/2012 7:10:21 AM
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I wonder if Wendy is taking her new hubby to the shows?

Jokes aside, I would like to see one special show to celebrate the legacy and genius of the legned.

Picture this:
Opening Act: The Southern Cross - Rowan Robertson's tribute
Next: Dio Disciples (without Toby Jepson)
Closing Act: Last in Line - Vivian Campbell's tribute

*All must play different setlists from their respective eras

*Guest appearances for the Rainbow Era songs:
Bob Daisley
Ritchie Blackmore

*Guest appearances for the Black Sabbath Era songs:
Geezer Butler
Tony Iommi

*General purpose guest appearances:
Doug Aldrich
Bruce Dickinson
Glenn Hughes
Rob Halford

I would pay a month's wages to see this fantasy gig. AND, all the tribute band players would make enough money off of a CD/DVD so that they would not have to try to make money on the club circuit peddling Ronnie's wares.
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COMMENT | In Goldy, We Trust
 posted by : Scream Bloody Gore
10/9/2012 8:31:09 AM
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I think this is a wonderful tribute to their friend and leader Ronnie. Craig, Simon and Scott was Ronnie's team and this will be something special for both the band and for the fans to enjoy together. I just hope they play As Long As It's Not About Love on this tour.

\m/ Ronnie James Dio \m/


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COMMENT | i just went to an accept show
 posted by : ridethemaster1991
10/9/2012 9:12:24 AM
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this past saturday and while getting a beer i got handed 6 free tix to this. I imagine it is not selling at all.


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10/9/2012 7:20:49 PM
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Fuck. Bring this shit to Wisconsin. Hell, I'd drive to Chicago to see this.


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10/9/2012 7:33:10 PM
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...Surprised Ripper doesn't just change his name to Tim "Monster" Owens... ugh...


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