Ronnie James Dio
Ronnie James Dio was an iconic American heavy metal singer and songwriter, celebrated for his powerful voice and elaborate stage presence. He gained fame as the frontman for several legendary bands, including Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and Dio, contributing significantly to the development of the heavy metal genre. Known for his distinct vocal style and the popularization of the 'devil horns' hand gesture, Dio left an indelible mark on music before his passing in 2010. His influence continues to resonate within the rock community, inspiring countless musicians and fans worldwide.
Born on Jul 10, 1942 (83 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 5.50 | 0.07% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 48,061 | $2,700,000 | 1,912$ |
| New Zealand | 2 | 5.50 | 0.12% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 5,700 | $210,000 | 248$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 7,704 | $89,000 | 63$ |
| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 28,754 | $1,400,000 | 861$ |
| Sweden | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 5,855 | $530,000 | 307$ |
| Totals | 7 | 140,410,197 | 96,074 | $4,929,000 | 3,391$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Spain:
Ronnie Dio was one of the vocalists who replaced Ozzy in Black Sabbath.
6
New Zealand:
Ronnie James Dio replaced Ozzy Osbourne as the frontman of Black Sabbath in 1979.
6
Dominican Republic:
Ronnie James Dio was the singer for Black Sabbath on the album 'Dehumanizer'.
7
United Kingdom:
Ronnie James Dio replaced Ozzy Osbourne in Black Sabbath after Ozzy was fired.
5
New Zealand:
Ronnie James Dio was Ozzy Osbourne's diminutive replacement in Black Sabbath.
5
Sweden:
Ronnie James Dio was the new singer for Black Sabbath after Ozzy Osbourne's departure.
7
United Kingdom:
Ronnie James Dio replaced Ozzy Osbourne in Black Sabbath in 1979 before Osbourne returned in 2013.
6
Hungary:
Lzzy Hale quoted Ronnie James Dio's advice about the impact of performances on audiences.
8