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heavy metal
holy diver
Jimmy Bain
Lock Up the Wolves
Ozzy
Rainbow in the Dark
rock
Ronnie James dio
Sacred Heart
Strange Highways
The Last in Line
Vinny Appice
Vivian Campbell
Product details
- ISBN 9780764369407
- Weight: 1388g
- Dimensions: 178 x 254mm
- Publication Date: 28 Nov 2025
- Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Hardback
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In Dio: The Unholy Scriptures, embark on an electrifying journey through the tumultuous yet triumphant saga of one of heavy metal’s most legendary bands: Dio.
Told through gripping anecdotes and candid interviews conducted with the author over the decades, Dio: The Unholy Scriptures unveils the untold stories behind the Dio band’s timeless anthems, revealing the passion, perseverance, and sheer audacity that defined the band’s unparalleled sound and style.
Formed in 1982 by iconic vocalist Ronnie James Dio after departing from Black Sabbath, Dio emerged as a pioneering force in the heavy-metal scene. The band, initially comprising Dio, guitarist Vivian Campbell, bassist Jimmy Bain, and drummer Vinny Appice, released their debut album, Holy Diver, in 1983, which quickly became a classic, featuring anthems like “Rainbow in the Dark,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” and the triumphant title track.
Throughout the 1980s, Dio continued to solidify their status as one of metal’s premier acts with albums like The Last in Line (1984) and Sacred Heart (1985), characterized by Dio’s powerful vocals, Campbell’s virtuosic guitar work, and epic songwriting.
Despite lineup changes, including the departure of Campbell and Bain, Dio’s momentum remained strong into the 1990s with albums like Lock Up the Wolves (1990) and Strange Highways (1993).
From epic stage performances to backstage dramas, experience the full spectrum of Dio’s rollercoaster ride through the annals of rock history, from the formation of the band through to Ronnie’s death in 2010.
A must-read for metal heads and music enthusiasts alike, Dio: The Unholy Scriptures celebrates the enduring legacy of Ronnie James Dio’s namesake band, ensuring that their thunderous legacy reverberates through the ages.
Told through gripping anecdotes and candid interviews conducted with the author over the decades, Dio: The Unholy Scriptures unveils the untold stories behind the Dio band’s timeless anthems, revealing the passion, perseverance, and sheer audacity that defined the band’s unparalleled sound and style.
Formed in 1982 by iconic vocalist Ronnie James Dio after departing from Black Sabbath, Dio emerged as a pioneering force in the heavy-metal scene. The band, initially comprising Dio, guitarist Vivian Campbell, bassist Jimmy Bain, and drummer Vinny Appice, released their debut album, Holy Diver, in 1983, which quickly became a classic, featuring anthems like “Rainbow in the Dark,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” and the triumphant title track.
Throughout the 1980s, Dio continued to solidify their status as one of metal’s premier acts with albums like The Last in Line (1984) and Sacred Heart (1985), characterized by Dio’s powerful vocals, Campbell’s virtuosic guitar work, and epic songwriting.
Despite lineup changes, including the departure of Campbell and Bain, Dio’s momentum remained strong into the 1990s with albums like Lock Up the Wolves (1990) and Strange Highways (1993).
From epic stage performances to backstage dramas, experience the full spectrum of Dio’s rollercoaster ride through the annals of rock history, from the formation of the band through to Ronnie’s death in 2010.
A must-read for metal heads and music enthusiasts alike, Dio: The Unholy Scriptures celebrates the enduring legacy of Ronnie James Dio’s namesake band, ensuring that their thunderous legacy reverberates through the ages.
Martin Popoff has penned approximately 115 books on hard rock, heavy metal, classic rock, prog, punk, and record collecting. He was editor in chief of the now-retired Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles and has also contributed to Revolver, Guitar World, Goldmine, and Record Collector.
