1983 Ronnie James Dio "Man On The Silver Mtn" (Rock Palace)

[@TruthSurge]

I think 1983 was Dio in his absolute prime. And this lineup was great and I loved him with the Sabbath boys, too. RIP, Dio. \m/

[@laurenzgraffilpenstein8117]

Rising & Long live Rockn Roll show his blistering voice too

[@hanc37]

I agree. I was 11 when this came on the rock palace. I recorded it on a massive betamax... lol The video quality seemed better than this. Of course I realize tape degrades...

[@bangyahead1]

Conversely my brother hated Dio for having replaced Ozzy but Dio with Black Sabath was awesome. I was lucky enough to see Sabbath with Dio, then Ian Gillen. Rainbow with Dio, and Ozzy on his own with Randy Rhoades and Ozzy with With Jake E Lee, As well as Alcatraz with Graham Bonnet with Steve Vai replacing Ynwie and I'm sure I left qiute a few out of the Sabbath Rainbow Deep Purple Alcatraz combos out.

[@wsiklogfh]

Amateurs, take notice: You are witnessing the real blood and guts of Rock and Metal. Yes the real Mccoy. This song and the songs of the past have something that many musicians today forget. This guy gave life and a soul to his music whenever he sang. This man was born with a destiny to be a true Rock GOD!. True and Free, Forever in our hearts.

[@craigbusick9676]

Preach 🤘

[@kingkiller_1001]

These amateurs aren't worthy enough but if they listened to Stargazer... It would blow there minds

[@potatoeheadjoe66]

I doubt any amateurs are listening to Dio. 😂

[@JohnSon-vy1jf]

Bad ass perfection grew up on this real music…

[@Ann-g7v9s]

Too damn much lip-syching and auto - tune for the morons today.

[@cruefan77]

Ronnie is one of the greatest singers of Metal. R.I.P. Ronnie Your Music will live forever.

[@SuperLuckao]

He has his own very strong style. For me, Tony Martin was much better. Just as powerful but cleaner. Dip is too dramatic for me. I got v to be in a particular mood to listen to him. Tony Martin sound is pure classic rock and timeless.

[@annebelk3027]

Ronnie James Dio is clearly the most professional metal artist that I know of within the past 35 years. He treats his audience like his extended family. He goes right to the front and touches their fingers moving from right to left. When he sang this song at the end he went: "I'm the man, I'm the man, We're all the man on the Silver Mountain!" He knows and acknowledges with all humility that is fearless that he wouldn't be singing to anyone without you, the audience. Such class, so much so that his Facebook page has deep loyal followers and I'm proud to be one of them. Yes we miss him but we know he is our Ronnie into infinity and we will see and hear him soon.

[@philbyjones6753]

Ruff n tuff

[@AlanBGoode]

Anne Belk ✴Dio, Bruce Dickinson, Ian Gillan, Robert Plant, Ozzy, Rob Halford... Not necessarily in that order.

[@tonydwaine7959]

Ok Shadowangel. I an not one to ever correct or tell someone’s opinion is wrong, because an opinion is someones belief and what they believe. With that said, He was the nicest guy. Fighting happens in a band. He was classy and so down to earth. Same guy before he got famous. I have personal experience to say this. Trust me on that. There are plenty of assholes. RJD was NOT one of them. He was accused of being too nice and let things go that he shouldn’t have. I just had to write this, because your statement was way off. If your opinion was that he was an asshole, so be it. Fact is different from opinion, and fact was he was a great guy.

[@andrewnicholson3187]

he is dio.....he is a god !!! rock on !!!

[@crusheverything4449]

Tony Dwaine - You obviously wrote your response in starlight, the words came out real and scared little Shadowangel off, as their post has apparently been deleted. Nice work, brother! Two horns up!!

[@leethomas255]

No true metal / rock fan would have give this a thumbs down. This was before the time of gimics.. when true, pure talent matterd, and Ronnie and the band had it in bucket loads. R.I.P

[@debbiewillaims145]

As to the gimmick part, you should check out older Bowie, Genesis, and lets not forget Kiss and I'm sure others as well...

[@briansauer6695]

Heard his version of it before I ever hear Rainbow's and actually like the more "metalled up" version better!

[@gordongattjnr7123]

Lee Thomas Lee, let's agree to remove dislikes from all posts going forward to keep away those incompetent and ignorant ass holes who don't appreciate good music and a legendary singer like "RONNIE JAMES DIO" 👍🤔🤘👍🤔🤘💥👍🤘💥💥🤘

[@byronsprophet]

the man the legend i,m friends with jeff willoughby bassist with hybrid ice and worked with Ronnie in his early days he said how can such rock come from such a small guy haha

[@mikedumain8020]

you bet

[@Tessmage]

One of the things that I love about Dio is the ay that he was always gesticulating when he sang. He was up there telling stories... that's what I realize now. Not just singing lyrics, but actively trying to tell stories and create imagery. Just a fantastic performer.

[@JimiHendrixEX]

I have the same things. He have a big imsginery and probably lived by this Worda that he sings in a moment so this is do powerfull . He create by voice reality.

[@robertgalloway452]

Like Bruce Dickinson

[@smileysatanson3404]

He wasnt a singer, he was a performer like we can see here

[@stevebogna4417]

That's the Italian in him.

[@axekicker78]

What a voice! Nobody could touch him in his prime.

[@MrDeengels]

Aubrey Dana he owned every note!! Every note was sung with authority

[@crusheverything4449]

And his prime lasted decades!!!

[@traceyisab]

Thank God I grew up in this time and got to see Dio live during this era.

[@MrUnsolvedMystery]

So glad and fortunate I saw Dio many times live. I’ll Never forget his concerts!

[@scottyscott5330]

The voice of heavy metal. Rest in Peace Ronnie James Dio

[@guitarsbymetaljay]

The best metal vocalist EVER! My first concert ever was The Last In Line tour with Twisted Sister and I will never forget it. RIP Ronnie James Dio.

[@bevnelson5785]

What an Amazing Band!!! Did I Rocks

[@bevnelson5785]

Dio lol I meant to say

[@runwithawolf]

Ronnie James Dio (and Ritchie Blackmore) never had a better line-up since Rainbow in 1976-1977 when they recorded Rising. To me, Tarot Woman remains the most emblematic heavy rock song ever. Rest in Peace Ron, we'll all miss you, but we'll never forget you.

[@paisleyization]

This band is utterly amazing, the drummer is sooo f'n good, the lead guitar, wow. An amazing driving, relentless beat. That was one lucky studio audience. I've watched this many, many times, real hard rock at it's best.

[@edmiley729]

Vivian just slayed almost every 80s guitar player with his attack and legato picking. A style he falls into which is a mix of Gary Moore and Blackmore.

[@SuperLuckao]

Yes plus he is very.modest. he doesn't show off.i saw him in 2018 with def leppard. He looks real young still and is almost shy

[@SuperLuckao]

Forgot to say..hete duo is clearly trying to sing over Campbell's playing. It's obvious he wants the limelight. Hmmm. Modesty doesn't apply to Dio.

[@jonathanbarnes3061]

Salute to Vivian Campbell,🍺

[@fredbergeron-DTM]

I remember adding him to my favorite guitarists list after seeing Dio in concert for the Last in Line tour

[@Control666denied]

Once upon a time there was a little man with a HUGE voice and they called him RONNIE! Thank you and rest in peace...

[@victorsantiago5470]

love Dio, who's voice defined metal for generations. .

[@bryandeans9949]

I love that Dio, solo, upped the tempo, Awesome version of this song. Rip RJD

[@MrsJadeCurtiss]

MAD talent.... i love this live version, the guitars sound really cool

[@TheLarryburns84]

RIP Jimmy and Dio.

[@MoonchildMindaugas2]

And Cozy.

[@ozansezgin]

Vinnie Appice here.

[@LiebsterFeind]

See, this is what is so different about legends like Dio. He sounds *great* live. There are so many singers that let me down when I hear them live. But Dio sounds like he's in the studio! (except for the thousands of fans screaming in the background of course. )

[@mark98115]

I have seen Dio 3 times and it was always a great concert. His voice was a rare gift.

[@crusheverything4449]

roschler - You hit the nail on the head with your comment. Ronnie is one of the very few singers who I thought was often better live than in the studio. To sing like RJD even one time is a feat, yet the man did it for decades with uncanny consistency! He was incredibly gifted, to say the least.

[@StudioDaVeed]

THE Only band I have ever seen (Sadly never saw Dio live...) that is studio clean when performing live is AC/DC. Saw them twice both times with Brian AND Phil; '81 and 2010. While they sometimes mess with tempo...for the most part every song is played as if in studio (faithfully). Song ends, house lights go down....you can almost hear the needle tracking...and the next song starts up. Even Angus' solo, which could lead into ANY AC/DC song...comes to a close...house lights go down....you can almost hear the needle tracking...and the next song starts up.

[@toddillig6345]

Definatly,he sang with power,truly a great,one of the greatest vocalists ever!!

[@umakara55]

Your music will never die Ronnie. Love and Respect.

[@Metalmaniac82]

Such a great voice live and he absolutely loved his fans... No one will match him and his professionalism

[@susanduva1088]

Nobody had the voice like Ronnie James Dio and seemed like Ronnie was a great guy he had one of the best voices in rock metal hard rock his voice.range was fantastic and yes he was the little guy with the huge and powerful voice does not matter if he was in Sabbath or Dio he was fantastic and the black Sabbath heaven and hell was fantastic I could not see Ozzy singing it Ronnie may you forever be chasing dragons in the great gig in the sky you are the knight and up the irons Ronnie you where the voice of metal you will always be missed by you great fans around the world up the irons maiden manic🤘🌟🌟🎵🎵🎼🎼🎼🎼🎶🎶🎶⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐✨✨✨✨

[@vickisommer2181]

No one will ever come close to Ronnie the man on the silver mountain is now the man on the golden mountain too will be up there with you someday always in my heart

[@MyGemini48]

Ronnie is truly " The Man ", no one will ever take his place, great talent, great person

[@JnkxDog]

I have been coming back to this video for years. I found it as a teenager maybe 13-14, I’m 28 now. Still getting goosebumps from the 3:30 intermission

[@rumoursduo]

Ronnie Dio was the only vocalist who could sing this song with any authority. His voice IS the song (no offence to Ritchie). Sadly missed.

[@cristopherplatric5757]

Mike Pitman not but Thankyou so much sir.........

[@xaviermurphy9797]

Dio isn't dead... God just wanted singing lessons :)

[@MrDeengels]

Dio just sings with authority period! Very few can match his power.

[@lynyrd63skynyrd]

i agree.

[@randyhutchinson9910]

Mike Pitman this was good

[@thompson8753]

The band's lineup was a dream team.RIP,Ronnie!

[@SuperDachshund]

Simply the best! Operatic, raspy, crystal clear. Breadth and depth, The man had it all. We miss you Ronnie. The world is a lesser place without you.

[@spaceavenger54]

After seeing this in 83, I have spent plenty of time searching for every live version that Dio did of it and I have to say that Vivian rules, this was definitely the best solo I have heard him play for it.

[@jperez7313]

I sure do miss him. He was an incredible singer and preformer. RIP RONNIE JAMES DIO

[@thomasfoytek7633]

Back then I was 14. I had this on VHS, and had Vivian Campbell on my wall with 4 other favorite guitarists.. His riffage and the way he switched to and from that X2N in the neck spot, affected me! Killer performance, thanks for sharing! Dio was the Man,............."on the silver mountain!"

[@bjjbrawler1]

One of the best metal vocals for sure! God bless RJD.

[@noces626]

R.I.P Jimmy Bain. Now you and Dio are together, the Men On the Silver Mountain

[@MoonchildMindaugas2]

And Cozy, Cozy too.

[@feartheoldblood]

"WE'RE ALL THE MAN ON THE SILVER MOUNTAIN!" Dio was more than human, after he died he became the literal SILVER MOUNTAIN that we stand upon.

[@sectiona]

There isnt enough words to explain just how much the song kicks ass

[@kevinklampe1584]

One of my all time fav performances from any band. Spent countless hours watching this concert.

[@BenCarling-z9l]

Vinny Appice is killin it on Drums - his brother is also a bad ass drummer- rock gods like this will never be seen again - RJD is the Fn best metal singer ever !

[@jpjohn13]

The whole band is killing it here!

[@babymoondancer]

The heavenly choir has a new member tonight. You will be missed, brilliant Dio!!

[@mondavou9408]

I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude and good fortune when I go back an listen to my music legends / heroes. Even after 41 years, this amazing talent! I seriously doubt anyone will be able to say that about pop stars over the past 20 years.

[@shortallliam3142]

Thanks so much for uploading; Dio was a genius, may he rest in peace...

[@jeffwyatt4193]

Had the pleasure of seeing RJD 3 times.Twice w/ Sabbath and The Last in Line Tour. A voice that will live on, great talent sir, may you rest in peace.

[@seanmetal4138]

Vivian Campbell rips! Holy shit I didn't realize how good he truly is. Definitely an underrated player imo.

[@freepressright]

He was all business when he was in this band

[@spaceavenger54]

And he blows blackmore away!!

[@Stones1962]

@@spaceavenger54 hes good here but come on

[@richardgeisel4290]

@@spaceavenger54stop yourself

[@kazimierznaumowicz917]

R.I.P. Ronnie James Dio...

[@kazimierznaumowicz917]

anna kasprzyk Hej Aniu!Tak kocham ten rodzaj muzyki....

[@AmazingMusicSound]

Dobranoc Zmykam Do jutra Chyba :)

[@kazimierznaumowicz917]

AmazingMusicSound Spokojnej koleżko.Dobranoc.

[@mariatylus9196]

Super!!!dzięki i kolorowych Kaziu senków Dobranoc!!!!!

[@kazimierznaumowicz917]

Maria Tylus Dziękuję Marysiu.Pięknych dla Ciebie.Milutkiej.Dobranoc

[@lespauldisciple3349]

I was fortunate enough to see this lineup of Dio's band three times and the first time was in December 1983 at the Saenger Theater, a small venue in New Orleans. It was a night of highlights but 'Man on the Silver Mountain' was, for me, the most epic moment. (They also did a killer version of 'Heaven and Hell'.) RIP Ronnie. Thanks for the music and the memories.

[@abelharainha0720]

Que saudade de você, Ronnie Dio... Tive a oportunidade de assistir a quatro shows em São Paulo, inesquecíveis... Dio foi tão amável comigo e com todos os fãs... Só ele mesmo poderia ser assim, tão especial... Love you forever, Ronnie James Dio... ❣️🤘

[@dfts99]

My grandchildren are "rocked" to sleep by Ronnie Dio. Who would have thought that possible?

[@williampiscctello2880]

all the best hard rocking drummers are all italian brothers : vinnie and carmine , dino. bozzio

[@shortallliam3142]

You're a great grandparent, may God bless you!!

[@raidersrobert]

I was at this concert/TV show recording. Miss you RJD!!! And yes it was just after Holy Diver was recorded.

[@Kiddeth]

it does not get better than this.

[@carlitofalcon5828]

Great Musician's !!! Great Song. !!! R. I. P. Mr. Ronnie James Dio ! Carlito F. ♦️ U. S. A. 2021

[@SuperBoosterHunter2]

This is so great it makes you break out in a cold sweat. R.I.P. Dio Best singer in the world and a true legend.

[@soil1984]

The most powerful voice ever. Noone can give peace in mind like Dio. Every song, every performance like thunder. God bless him, R.I.P.

[@emmavandenbroek4712]

I saw his live performence twice ! thank you Ronnie RIP !

[@beatsdddx]

What a gr8 singer power , growl, energy, super talent live.

[@groundhog713]

I remember seeing this when it came out. This is what made me a Dio fan. I then went out and got Holy Diver, and then I got his albums over the years with RAinbow, Sabbath, and Elf. I was fortunate to see him at the Roseland theater back in the 90s and he put on a slamming live show! The guy could sing his ass off. RIP Mr. Dio, I know you're up there singing with the greats!

[@tomitstube]

seen dio a couple times back in the day, on this holy diver tour as a matter of fact... one of the best live performances i've ever seen, van halen, rush, and kiss were great too, but dio was incredible.

[@timlofton6595]

Dio and Rush on another level from VH and Kiss. The former because of his vocals and Rush, well, is Rush. So much to say there. VH and Kiss were fun rock for the sake of rock.

[@marieaileenbennett2483]

Amazing Artist !!!

[@galenstone9097]

The greatest voice Metal ever witnessed.

[@morrison7513]

THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@stugreener]

Just Brilliant a true legend

[@mokeimusic]

I was in Airzona and somebody called in and requested man on the silver mountain,neon knights and holy diver. The DJ didnt even notice they were all Dio songs until after they were finished. Best 20 minutes of radio ever :)

[@edaltman6754]

I loved Vivian Campbell after the lead at 2:41, he keeps the volume level at the same point when he rolls back into the verse. Awesome!! God bless RJD in heaven.

[@cruepage]

one of the best metal voices ever!

[@kainnosgoth7336]

I only got to see Dio once, but it was an experience that has stuck with me the last 23 years. Yngwie Malmsteen opened for him at the Allentown fairgrounds in PA, and it was an odd pairing, but the show was worth it's weight in gold. And just the night before, I went to see Death Angel, War And Peace, and Forbidden only a few blocks away at the now-gone Airport Music Hall. 2 great nights of metal!

[@adolfobittencourtsampaio5810]

putz eu viajo nesta musica .Man On The Silver Moutain,muito bom esse som e ainda pelo imortal Ronnie James Dio....

[@JOHNNIEL1]

You will be missed Ronnie. Thanks for the tunes and memories. You dominated and crushed the 80's rock scene. RIP from Virginia

[@haleymay1119]

I just heard Dios singing for the first time since the eighties and the first song I heard, I didn't like. But when I heard him sing with Black Sabbath I was blown away. His voice is incredible and turned my whole opinion of him around. He has more range than Ozzy even!

[@briansauer6695]

Played my buddies older sisters 8 track of Black Sabbath- Master Of Reality at 10 years old so many times, we wore out the tape. Then, a couple years later and Heaven And Hell comes out. I immediately became a Dio Disciple! H&H became my favorite Sabbath album. Saw him for the first time on the Dream Evil tour and to this day, I say it was the most mind blowing concert I've seen (never saw Pink Floyd or Alice Cooper though). Always loved Dio's rendition of Man On The Silver Mountain better than Rainbows'! A little bit more "metalled" up!

[@Alex-ht5ci]

ozzy doesn't even have a range, this guy's got 4 octaves and more of vocal rage

[@laurenzgraffilpenstein8117]

Check his work in Rainbow

[@toborthegreat]

Going to miss Ronnie. He was truly the greatest rock singer ever. Gold Bless you Ronnie and your family. Rest In Peace.

[@annasimanovicki323]

Love Dio. RIP man

[@hiwattcarl]

Man !, what a voice. !.This man sang with heart and soul and he will not be matched ever !!!!...I get goosebumps when he sings. Long Live the Man on the Silver Mountain Ronnie James Dio.

[@jonw7482]

ONE WORD FOR THESE GUYS - "PHENOMENONAL!" RONNIE'S ENGAGEMENT WITH THE CROWD - HIS ADORING FANS - IS JUST AMAZING! I'VE SEEN HIM IN OTHER VIDEOS TOO IN WHICH HE'S OFF THE FRONT OF THE STAGE, SHAKING FANS HANDS, AND RUFFLING THEIR HAIR, DURING THE FIRST NUMBER! AMAZING MAN WHO IS A LIVING LEGEND AND A TRUE INSPIRATION TO ALL MUSICIANS - NOT JUST VOCALISTS BUT EVERY INSTRUMENT! LONG LIVE ROCK AND RONNIE JAMES DIO!

[@MyGemini48]

Fantastic performance, been a fan since 1979, never tire of hearing and seeing Dio perform, He is a Master, I am so sad he is gone, he was a wonderful talented man and ultimate entertainer,

[@thnampat3939]

Слушаешь и восхищаешься этим певцом. Манера исполнения потрясающая . Откуда только берется такой голос. ДИО ты потрясающе пел и уважал своих. Своих поклонников . Спасибо за твои песни

[@johnstone9169]

Ronnie loved comeing to Cleveland always drew large crowds always awesome to see and hear rip Ronnie

[@davidallen346]

A true legend / master of metal music genre

[@SamueleMarchetto]

Tears in my eyes when I see this video.... Powerful voice!!! Great person and great singer, R.I.P. forever R.J. DIO.

[@pedroolmos3685]

Badass versión. A kick in the head. Absolutly perfect

[@donnaschimming]

I can't tell you how devastated I was when I heard he had passed. I discovered him with Sabbath, and researched him to find his other bands. So, I began buying all his stuff with them. I only saw him live ONCE, but I'm grateful I have. What a voice and performer. Love RJD.

[@MrMudEagle]

I love Ronnie's stage presence

[@jaypuzinski7801]

One of the best metal jams ever. Period!

[@robbiegarnz7732]

That was epic!! Dio's vocals are unreal and Vivian slays on guitar!

[@BerettaM9USAF]

I started rocking metal in the early 80's and never stopped! This music and this man's vocals take me back...to a better simpler time. YOUTH.

[@euanelliott3613]

A blood and guts performance from all concerned. RIP Ronnie and Jimmy.

[@robertmargarit5418]

It was recorded across the street from Capital records building in Hollywood. I know I was there! Played 4 songs if my memory is correct...Great band!

[@puma421]

This is the most amazing performance I have ever seen or heard Long Live Rockn Roll

[@diegocristiano959]

R.I.P the master..... You are true man on the silver mountain!!!!

[@MsMetalchick77]

Amen to that!!!!!! I will forever love them all and miss them, Thank you to the people who were able to share these videos..

[@dan_the_guy1388]

R.I.P. Ronnie James Dio :.(

[@clusterfocked]

If there can be one good thing to come from this, it's that he will gain even more legions of young fans who may not be too familiar with his music. Very few are blessed with the voice he had. This guy was pure heavy metal, plain and simple. RIP!!!!!!

[@moneyman76840]

i love this song by dio and old songs of the 70s so rip dio rainbow hits a so ozzy best metal god godfathers metal n rock ronnie james dio & ozzy

[@sonofmogh]

This was a great show in the day; and a great performance by a master. RIP

[@BryanX64]

so damn disorienting how short in stature he is yet how absolutely ginormous his voice is know throughout Rock

[@SuperLuckao]

Vivian is awesome

[@dfts99]

To the new generation of Dio Fans greetings from 30 years past he is gone now but a legend still

[@ErikESP1]

Truly one of the most prolific....EVER! DIO will be truly missed, but will NEVER die. We love you Ronnie!

[@stereotypespecialist]

202 thumbs down? They must've been kicked off the mountain. :)

[@DirtyJacks]

Thanks for the music you left us Ronnie.Hope you are still rocking out in your new home.

[@CatherineSarkisian]

The best guitarist Dio ever had... he shredded the fuck out of this Les Paul

[@stevenlapar187]

Vivian Campbell. such an animal.

[@Stufftowatch21]

Viv had a killer tone . Don't know what happened to him

[@ColdSmokes]

So True! Led Paul's usually don't to do stuff like this...Lovin' it!

[@SuperLuckao]

​@@Stufftowatch21he is with def leppard now. Saw him in 2011 and 2018 with leppard. He is very modest and looks so young still. He is extremely professional and doesn't feel the need to show off. He just plays real well.

[@russkysalamander5983]

stunning!

[@MrTierra68]

the greatest