Dio "Rainbow In The Dark" REACTION & ANALYSIS by Vocal Coach / Opera Singer

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

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[@dallaswoiken7533]

Like I said in ur other did videos .I think it's adorable how giddy you get when u listen to him .

[@josealejandrochanglopez4549]

the song "too late" by black sabbath with Ronnie James Dio please, analyze it, it is so fabulous, full of so much sentiment kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZ-1eaZoicyUqa8

[@DanieleP851]

Great review as Always👌🏻 for next Dio reaction I have 2 songs : "I Could Have Been a Dreamer" and "Rock 'n Roll Children" !!!! Please Elizabeth!!

[@stefanoaguirre1789]

Hi, it would be wonderful if you react and analyze "The Odyssey" by SymphonyX. I know that is a very long song, but it will be worth for sure. Bye bye!

[@sunnytaufiq07]

You seems just love the vocal of the legendary Ronnie James Dio. Why don't you give a try the vocal of Steve Perry of Journey... he is just simply amazing voice... kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGrZpnqNn6Z8sLM

[@Rubberlegs8375]

Rest in peace, Ronnie. A voice of a dragon, a soul of a wizard, a heart of an angel.

[@LvBeethoven10]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@timbartos868]

NAILED IT

[@Omni-Rage]

🐉🧙‍♂️👼 🤘🤘🤘

[@AJEDDY97]

And the brain of a nerd.

[@hanzwurzt6041]

and, nevertheless, one of the best and charismatic voices in Rock for all times. sorely missed.

[@ronnienose8608]

The guitarist, Doug Aldrich, has said that Ronnie really wasn't well at this gig. But despite health problems he said that the great man still gave it his all every night.

[@TheTruth-pl3mk]

Ronnie was in worse shape when I saw him with Heaven & Hell, back in '07. But he still gave it everything and the fans all appreciated it. A wonderful performer and an even better person. RIP.

[@stuartwilliams5771]

Plus, this was the 2nd last song of the concert, after having performed for a good 90 minutes or so before busting this tune out.

[@samthfkr]

@@TheTruth-pl3mk my favorite version of mob rules

[@josephbarr1659]

Also from this tour, Dio absolutely CRUSHES it with his rendition of "Gates of Babylon", which was written when he was in Rainbow. Doug Aldrich is amazing on guitar, and really never gets enough credit for his work, especially walking in the footsteps of GIANTS like Vivian Campbell, Tony Iommi, and Ritchie Blackmore.

[@pandorafox3944]

It's beautiful to see him performing even though he was so sick. F cancer.

[@pallo75]

I'm totally amazed about the way she can 'read' every single song and the musicians. She's so empathic, so positive and capable to find the good in every gesture. Loving her!!

[@johnlombardo7816]

its what made me sub some odd a year or two ago.. she puts all emotion in it, which is the idea of music.. what its all about! ❤❤👏👏

[@GanjaLibre]

"I can't get enough Dio in my life" She is the one

[@josephbarr1659]

Marriage material for sure!!

[@XAVIERSHIMEX]

Yeah but for who?

[@codypeterson185]

This is the way.

[@DaveRhea1968]

Someone should start a Dio's lovers dating site.

[@NordicDan]

@@XAVIERSHIMEX I wouldn't say no but she's out of my league 😂

[@RickReasonnz]

The wonderful thing is Elizabeth has fully embraced her love for Dio, but the tragedy is that she will never get to interview him. What a conversation that would have been!

[@scottcoleman5088]

I believe on the other side they will meet and sing together

[@DVANTNAB]

This song is very significant in Dio's career. It was inspired by his time with Black Sabbath where most of the time he felt excluded and rejected by the band. Black Sabbath's music is often relatively dark and ominous with occult references and themes. Dio had just left Rainbow to be the frontman for Sabbath and he felt more connected to Rainbow's more lighthearted songs vs. Sabbath's darker tone. This is where the song takes a double meaning. He felt like a metaphorical rainbow trying to shine through the darkness of Black Sabbath, and also that no matter how difficult the experience became, he would always shine, like a rainbow after a storm. Also, as a side note on his vocal style, this is very easily seen when compared to Ozzy during his Black Sabbath tenure. Ozzy, as well as many rock/metal lead singers of the time, tended to sing with the riffs, essentially accompanying the music with their vocals, whereas Dio would sing across the riffs providing contrast in tone and isolating his voice at specific parts of the song. It's actually very genius songwriting and composition as it creates instantly memorable moments in a song that keeps people coming back and analyzing for decades after its creation.

[@briansmith7492]

Actually the song is about Ritchie Blackmore. Has nothing to do with Black Sabbath as a Band or their concept. It's about RB. Dio sang for RB 1st solo album after leaving Deep Purple. Deep Purple was frankly tired of Blackmore's antics. He was always going off on some stupid adventure. Looking up the dark ancient cultures of the past. In all the places the band traveled. Basically Ritchie was in search of validation for his dark and growing Satanic beliefs and worship. Rainbow refers to Ritchie Blackmore. The name of Ritchie's band. Dark refers to the well, I just explained that to you. Dio was a Man of God and had a deep belief in Jesus. Rainbow in the Dark, for all intentional purposes. Was and still is a slap in the face directed towards Ritchie Blackmore.

[@DVANTNAB]

@@briansmith7492 Ok, so that's not the first time I've heard that version. I'm going of off the version of the story that Craig Goldy told me and a few others during a meet and greet after a concert. Being that the song was written shortly after his tenure with Black Sabbath, it's entirely possible that both versions of the story are true and the song is an amalgam of his experiences with people who delved into the darker themes and lifestyles. Dio had a thing for writing lyrics with double meanings and deep subtexts of which only those with a wealth of knowledge about his career, life, and beliefs would understand the true meaning. Honestly, most of his songs have a half dozen possible explanations as to the meaning, and sometimes, all and none of them are correct. Exploring the darkened mind of a lyrical genius is never an exercise in certainty. However, since this is a recurrence of hearing the Ritchie Blackmore explanation, I'm going to delve deeper into that since the only explanation I'd heard up to this point was from a band member's lips and not Dio himself. Thank you for contributing this to the conversation. It'll no doubt provide me with several hours of blissful research.

[@bobbigboss111]

He did it with his song "My Eyes" from "Lock Up The Wolves" album.

[@MrBiteme39]

Wow I never knew this, but it all makes sense Loved to read this Thanks mate.

[@tsriftsal3581]

It's about Ritchie. Thank you asses. For the sign of the southern cross

[@andrewsitek190]

Not sure if anyone has shared this in previous Dio videos, but not only was he a very giving performer, but he was a genuinely good person. From his wife after his death: "One time, I think it was with Dio, we'd left after a show on the bus, we were pulling out, and there was a kid sitting on the side of the road. And Ronnie said, "Stop, and see what's going on." And so Ronnie personally got out and said, "What's wrong?" And the kid said, "Well, I've missed my last bus home." And so they ask him where he was going, and they say, "Well, hop on the bus. We'll give you a ride." And that was Ronnie."

[@profanepersonality]

I have heard many stories from people who got to meet him more than once. They all said he remembered their names and where he saw them last years later when they met again. Mind like a steel trap.

[@thecheesecakefactor7982]

Thank you for that nice read!

[@rimmersbryggeri]

Sonds very simulkar to frank zappa. He once went to a kid at his hospital bed and played some songs because the kid loved his music and couldnt come to his gig. Happened in sweden. Never told anyone about it, I heard it when the kids brother called a radio show with a song request.

[@pascalschulz5894]

I also remember a Story where 2 dudes went to see a concert of a a bigger metal Band, I forgot which one it was, and they lost their tickets but didn't notice until they arrived at the venue. Since there were no tickets left they had to sit in the Parking lot in Front of the venue and just chilled there. Some 20 minutes later a couple appeared and asked why they're not in there to which the dudes replied that they lost their tickets. The man, which was Dio but the two dudes didn't recognize him, went back to the venue and came back with two Backstage Passes and handed them to the guys. They only later found out that this, in fact were Ronnie and Wendy Dio. I dont know how true that Story is but this actually Sounds like something he would've done.

[@kingbrutusxxvi]

He was, reportedly, great with his fans but try reading or watching an interview with literally any member of his band back then and you get a very different story about Ronnie and especially Wendy. Vivian and Jimmy famously had terrible things to say about their time in the band and the Dios while Vinny has tried to stay somewhat neutral but has confirmed the Viv and Jimmy's stories were all truthful. I'm still a huge fan of Dio's voice but when every person in the band has really bad things to say?

[@SoulRollerFIN]

Imagine being sick, knowing that you'll end sooner than later, but still giving a helluva performance like this. What a great little man.

[@emilianohermosilla3996]

Quite mind blowing hahaha

[@JimboKern99]

He died 5 years later and wasn't diagnosed with cancer until 4.5 years later, he wasn't sick here

[@josephbarr1659]

Actually, Dio wasn't aware of the cancer that was killing him until after what would become his final performance with the reunited members of Black Sabbath, under the name "Heaven and Hell". He had been suffering from debilitating abdominal pain for several weeks when Tony (Iommi) suggested that he go see a doctor. That was when they discovered the stomach cancer. *This based on Tony Iommi's autobiography.

[@mcwolf1096]

Well, Freddy Mercury was already pretty damn weak (and died a couple of months later) when they recorded "The Show Must Go On"... It was so bad at the time that the others didn't even want to try recording, but Freddy insisted and did it in one take... 😊

[@michaelconrad7006]

This premiered the day after my birthday. RJD once told me, "Friends don't shake hands, they hug" as he hugged me. I will always love Ronnie and shed a tear when I hear his music. Freaking miss this man.

[@davidfrench5407]

What a truly great man Ronnie was.

[@bradleymabb2735]

Same. I knew him from fall of '70 to about '77 or '78, when was on tour with Rainbow, where I caught up with him at the Winterland in SF. The backstage there is nearly as big as the stage. He had to do a couple interviews for mags/newspapers. When he finished, he came walking across the floor. When I caught his eye, his arms went wide, and he came to me with a big hug. I hadn't seen him since WNY a few years earlier. We had both been bass players when we met, and became good friends. We shared several venues in WNY. He stopped playing bass after the first Elf lp, I didn't. The guy was so genuine, gracious. He was a great friend. And I still miss him, sorely. He does bring a tear.

[@salmaccarrone2401]

My God man, me 2. I always said if I ever met Ronnie, I'd probably cry. As far as the hugging, it's the italian in him lol

[@LadyHeathen82]

Dio’s showcase of vocal prowess “Last in Line “

[@derekbowbrick6233]

My favorite, would love to see those eyebrows when Ronnie sings, "We are coming homeeeee".

[@danieljodrey8863]

By far my favorite of his songs, and not just for his prowess.

[@LadyHeathen82]

@@danieljodrey8863 I agree. I only say that because she’s a vocal critic.

[@rickandgen]

Only time I saw him live was “The Last in Line” tour. Absolutely amazing!

[@arminpoorfard306]

and Shame on the night

[@CryTheRaven]

Dio not only means “god” in Latin, but also in Metal.

[@RaderizDorret]

If I had to do an ensemble metal orchestra (4 members per section), I'd have Dio, Ozzy, Halford, and Dickenson on vocals. On guitars, Randy Rhoads, Dimebag Darrel, Warren DeMartini, and Jon Shaffer on guitars. Steve Harris, Cliff Burton, Les Claypool, and Lemmy on bass. Nick Menza, Ringo Starr (yes, he's a Beatle, but he's a goddamn human metronome who can play anything), The Rev, and Neil Peart on drums.

[@lefthandofpower1476]

@@RaderizDorret Can't squeeze EVH in there?

[@RaderizDorret]

@@lefthandofpower1476 EVH is a great player and one of my favorites, but I had to pick 4 and I wanted a more rhythm-focused guitarist to thicken up the riffs alongside Dimebag.

[@maidenmadness1]

\m/

[@PissDestroyer96]

it means god in italian too

[@BCTTV_DTJ]

The guitarist is Doug Aldrich but the solo was written by Vivian Campbell. Doug is one of those guys that tries to stay true to the original solo as much as possible and he does an amazing job here.

[@charlesbarr3561]

He did a great job on Gates of Babylon I thought. Aldridge is so underrated, I think he could play about anything. I listened to an interview with him a couple years ago, he really seems like a great guy... Nothing but good to say about RJD. But wow, what a shredder!

[@essomuck9468]

Nearly note for note. Great job by Aldrich!

[@glenmo1]

Thank you for identifying the guitarist.. he reminds me of the blonde guy who plays for Judas priest lead guitar

[@anxgelll23]

@@glenmo1 Yep, Glenn Tipton

[@henrikwendel1937]

I guess I saw Doug playing Led Zeppelin covers in Las Vegas in 2017! If my memory is correct. If my memory is correct, it was also very good!

[@henryhallward]

Dio is like a loving grandpa we all deserve, so encouraging

[@Una...]

He was like a loving dad we deserved, back in the day❤️ So good to see that he reached the grandkids as well!

[@brentpedersen3571]

Doug Aldrich.

[@kenklein4783]

The original guitarist was Viv Campbell, the guitarist here is Doug Aldrich. He’s a journeyman that has played with just about every major hard rock/ metal band. Obviously a tremendously talented player.

[@ImYourOverlord]

I love this performance more than anything Vivian ever did :)

[@kenklein4783]

@@ImYourOverlord Yeah, as a long time Dio fan, I was never that big on Viv. He's a great guitarist, but I always favored Craig Goldy with Dio. Doug Aldrich was also great with him. Never cared for Tracy G, I saw Dio several times when Tracy G was with him and he earned the name Tracy the Butcher for the way he butchered classic Dio songs.

[@joelhammond4162]

@@ImYourOverlord Doug is playing them very accurate to the album originals. Yes, he is a phenomenal guitarist. That said, these iconic solos would not exist without Vivian having penned them to start with.

[@blitzmindripper7011]

Have to agree with Joel. Doug does a great job with this solo. He stays true to the original while still adding his own personality to it but without Vivian this great solo wouldn't exist.

[@devilalienuproar]

I've been listening to RJD for 40+ years. Your analysis gives me a newfound appreciation for aspects of his vocal abilities that I have for so many years taken for granted. He has always been a legend in my eyes, but now I have a richer understanding of why. I thank you for this ❤️

[@Saimeren]

25:25 People often interpret Heavy Metal as just being nothing more than aggression for aggression's sake. It's angry and destructive and violent. Which it can be. But generally speaking, if you actually read the lyrics, they're often about being yourself. They're about "Hey, you're not alone." and "Don't be afraid to be who you want to be, and don't worry about what other people think."

[@rantanen1]

Just as a sidenote to this, metal music festivals based on my experience have by far the nicest and friendliest crowds ever. In my early 20's I used to frequent music festivals in a wheelchair and I never met nicer people than the ones at the metal festivals, super helpful and friendly if I ever needed anything

[@Mr1Tanker]

That's what satanists (King Diamond, for example) say they're about. Being yourself. Often the two are considered mutually exclusive..but we know they aren't (btw, i really loved King Diamond and Mercyful Fate in the 80's)and even was into Venom, Slayer, etc. back then.

[@billcutler9425]

@@rantanen1 exactly. You'll meet nicer people at a metal show than in a church on Sunday

[@forformgamer]

@@rantanen1 In the Netherlands they actually researched which concerts had the most negative impact on an area. There's an outdoor venue which hosts festivals for a lot of different genres. Most dance festivals the venue and town it is in have a lot of issues with vandalism and even sexual assault. Same patterns where visible with many popular genres. Metal festivals scored the best, with basically no vandalism, no assault and mostly "public intoxication" being the worst. Oh and they drank a couple of bars dry, but that's an economic benefit to the town I guess xD

[@RasEli03]

​@forformgamer can I read the reaserch paper?

[@aaronhall2993]

Appreciated your thoughts on his interactions with the audience, he was one of the few music acts that truly saw his audience. I saw DIO whenever he came to Portland Oregon and on the “Killing The Dragon” tour we were in the balcony at Roseland Theater when he started singing “Rainbow In the Dark” and we started to do the “we’re not worthy” bowing from the “Wayne’s World” movie. He stopped singing, flashed us the devil horns and said “you are worthy, you are all worthy”. Not only was it awesome, but it was cool to realize he understood a reference to “Wayne’s World”. And he always came out to the alley behind the Roseland to say hi to the fans after the shows.

[@SynopsisGrim]

The song "Time Machine" from Dio's 2nd go with Black Sabbath was on the Wayne's World soundtrack.

[@charlesbarr3561]

Wow. Just wow.

[@kostaskritsilas2681]

slowly but surely, Elisabeth is becoming a metal head. Its just great to see. First, she started appreciating the singing. Now she is beginning to appreciate the guitar solos, too.

[@philpennington826]

Soon. Soon, we will draw her over to the Dark Side. 😋 Just wait till someone gets her to listen to Randy Rhoads. His classical-metal style blend will have her hooked.

[@carbonclaw7280]

@@philpennington826 Yngwie Malmsteen. That'll do it.

[@philpennington826]

@@carbonclaw7280 Randy first though. Because Randy was before Yngwie. Also he didn't have that weird extreme hatred of donuts. 😋

[@pekkahiltsu3434]

Hopefully also drummers...

[@GorditoCrunch343]

@@philpennington826 Uli Roth and Blackmore did it before Randy.

[@mattrusnak5522]

I remember hearing a story about dio meeting fans, how he would always do what he could to make it a positive experience despite whatever bad thing might have been happening in his life, because he knew that while his one day might be bad, he would probably forget it, but the fan would remember that experience for their entire life

[@paulferreira3140]

Elizabeth, I have no doubt if RJD was still alive, you’d be enjoying a tea time interview with him at some point. What a treat that would have been for all of us. He was the best. Thanks for all you are doing. The music lives on.🤟

[@wheezerYT]

And Ronnie would no doubt be as delighted to chat with her as she'd be chatting with him.

[@zSpace-Ace]

And it’s 🤘🏻 not 🤟🏻 Devil horns, not hang loose bruddah 😂

[@toddcantrell4654]

@@zSpace-Ace your second symbol is actually "I love you" in sign language, not hang loose. I agree about the proper use of throwing horns though! ;)

[@goose300183]

You were right, the ending to this performance is not present in the album version. I'm sure he did this just to show his appreciation for his fans, he was like that. He genuinely appreciated and loved all of his fans, and importantly he made time for them to meet him. Metal god though he was, he was very humble, kind and friendly. He never had an ounce of arrogance , condescension or impatience with his followers. He had massive gratitude and appreciation for them. People loved him, and he loved them!

[@scottzappa9314]

Thank you for that. And in most/ all of those respects he was very much like Neil Peart.

[@TheDark1903]

I had the distinct honor of meeting him twice. The first time I met him the group that I was with ended up being the last in line (yes that was an ongoing joke while we waited in line). So we got to sit with the band for like 45 minutes to an hour, whereas every other group was supposed to be "in and out" in about 15 minutes. The second time I met him, was a few years later, and he remembered our meeting. Beyond that, he remembered my name. Years later, probably thousands of other fans met over that time, and he remembered my name. That's my takeaway when it comes to Dio, he remembered his fans.

[@wheresridgeville1]

I remember reading an interview with Lzzy Hale where Ronnie gave her some advice. She said, "And he basically told me: 'Lizzie, it's a moment in time. You're never going to remember all the venues that you play, or all the people that you meet, but they're going to remember meeting you for the rest of their life. So you've got to make it good for everybody.' I was like: 'Yes, sir!'

[@scottzappa9314]

@@wheresridgeville1 That's great. I like him even more now.

[@Blackferret66]

Dio had such a distinctive voice that it's almost easy to miss how great a technical singer that he was.

[@zachwalraven]

You literally light up when you listen to him like no other artist I've seen you do before. It's such a pleasure to watch you respect just how good he is. Awesome!

[@benjilee329]

"He sings with so much soul." Elizabeth, Ronnie loved soul. He listened to Motown back in the day. He took very many influences from all forms of music.

[@dyer2cycle]

I always thought by his style, he probably was a fan of opera...

[@chantingscorpius]

Just watching Elizabeth’s face expressions is an enthralling melody in itself… Ronnie was a superb metal singer and a Renaissance man…

[@edster612]

Watching you geek out over these heavy classics makes my smile go from ear to ear. Never apologize for pausing and geeking out over anything. It's why we're all here.

[@jeff-buri-jeff3716]

Oh, man! That "you're all my rainbows" made me tear up! I was a metal guy in the 1980s and I really like Dio back then. He's one of the few that I still like just as much, or more, now. Thanks for sharing your insights and enthusiasm!

[@lz4005]

Fitting that you learned the metal finger gesture from him. He invented it! After seeing his grandmother use a similar gesture to invoke protection from evil.

[@TanisHalf-Elven]

Indeed, the ward against the evil eye of jealousy and hate from others

[@corytrevorson1411]

And now in sign language it means rock on. Can you imagine something you did becomes a part of a language? 🤘

[@jefffinkbonner9551]

That’s actually really interesting because I always was under the impression it meant “rock on,” yes, but also “hail Satan” because it’s like making two devil horns with your fingers. Having that kind of connotation always makes me uncomfortable to say the least but it’s interesting Ronnie used it in quite the opposite way

[@balkor2]

I have always heard it came from his Grandmother but I heard it was her way of pointing at him. the devil horns came much much later

[@rofltube]

@@balkor2 Theres an interview where he explains his grandmother used it when people would give her the evil eye, so she would do it back to them to ward/protect from the evil. (I think, i saw the interview like 15 years ago but it was something like that)

[@rikmief]

I literally cried on the last bit. Knowing he was probably already sick here that last part is just special. He's is my personal hero and I'm unfortunate to have never seen him live. But he is and was on another level. Thank you so much for this video.

[@slypsykoticgrin3058]

The one and only time I got to see him was in 1990 in Germany in Monsters of Rock when he was doing his Lock up the Wolves tour. He is absolutely amazing. I was 16 and my first concert.

[@danielblair2673]

I saw him in West Germany 🇩🇪. In 1984, at Monsters of Rock. Phenomenal!!!

[@sweet60]

His memory will live on.

[@jrlonergan6773]

Saw him live in Chicago when I was 15. Makes me weep every time I see him sing it.

[@BerrieBadslof]

He wasn't diagnosed until in 2009, this is from 2005

[@johndyoung3356]

This is gold. It's just a joy to hear you explain what makes the vocalist we love so special. When Ronnie was here I didn't spend the time listening to those fine details that you have so wonderfully pointed out. This gives me greater appreciation for what he was doing vocally. Thanks Elizabeth! Dio fan forever \m/

[@tomford2218]

I love that you love DIo. In our time, this kind of music was looked down upon. I'm so glad that this generation appreciates it for what it. It was our generations opera.

[@SteveMavronis]

I like Dio’s singing in Children Of The Sea when he was with Black Sabbath. This is the first song they wrote together after he replaced Ozzy. One of my favorites.

[@animalou812]

Headless cross is good too

[@rominawitschnig]

Hammersmith '81, one of my favorites!

[@SteveMavronis]

@@animalou812 yeah but that’s Tony Martin singing that one. Great song and based on a true story!

[@michaelj3959]

This song was not written by Dio when he was with Sabbath. This song was written by Dio , Vivian Campbell, Vinnie Appice and Jimmy Bain and was featured on the Holy Diver album in '83 after he was with Sabbath.

[@joelhammond4162]

Sign of the southern cross though, that's another stunner. 🙂

[@SupernoidOcelot]

The Last in Line is the perfect Dio song. It features every aspect of his amazing voice.

[@angelcarrion2042]

As a follow up, she should do the Tenacious D version. :D

[@christophermarler9867]

I always get teary when I see Dio perform. Seeing your emotion on this made me smile so much. Dio was the sound of my childhood and I miss him so damn much

[@charlesbarr3561]

True that. Me too. Looking back, I SO wish I would have seen him more than just 3 times.

[@nunornogueira]

I was hoping to see your reaction to Rainbow Mistreated live in Munich 1977... its the most iconic and epic performance from RJ Dio. Probably, the best and full masterclass that everyone needs to ear!

[@66hss]

She should do the whole Rainbow On Stage 2lp with one single listen. To me that album is Ronnie, Ritchie, Cozy at their peak. Don't care if it isn't fully "true live" recording.

[@owl4260]

She did it in the meantime ;)

[@nunornogueira]

@@owl4260 True. Already saw the reaction.

[@fredberg6980]

I'll say it again: It's like getting a warm hug on every vowel. What a legend.

[@savagedaughter9904]

"I could never get enough Dio in my life" amen to that.

[@tracycarbone934]

Dio is the only singer that has never disappointed me. His voice has gone above and beyond. Other singers have things that bother me certain nasal sounds, cracking, not finishing. Dio has never disappointed me.💜

[@TheOldBoy101]

He always strived to be perfect. So you can say, exactly what you said.

[@carolowler]

Same with Geoff Tate, two absolute vocal geniuses.

[@رزيئة]

You should check out Diamanda Galás, she's amazing. Try "Cris D'Aveugle" it's worth it.

[@rockerpat1085]

Rob Halford Has Never Disappointed Me!!! Dio As Well!!!

[@32a34a]

That hand gesture Dio did which most call Devil's Horns is actually called a Malocchio which his Grandmother used to flash when Dio was a kid. It's an Italian way of warding off evil if you will. Anyhoo as he got older he saw Ozzy doing the Peace sign and did not want to do that so he decided to flash the Malocchio or Devil's Horns and well the rest is history. Awesome reaction as always Elizabeth you want to check out some early Dio go back to his days when he was with his first band Elf.

[@klbearsfan1254]

Came here looking for this comment because, like Elizabeth, we all learned this gesture from Dio.

[@nope9698]

One of the funniest Dio quotes about this is something like "Gene Simmons will tell you he invented it but then again he'd tell you he invented socks, so..."

[@mikephillips8810]

Well said, it's so good that he came up with his own sign for performances. Ozzy had the double V, Dio the Malocchio/Horns. Nowadays we see it at every metal gig, sometimes at non-metal gigs too! But most people do it wrong (backwards), not the Dio way.

[@Templarofsteel88]

@@mikephillips8810 or doing it with the thumb pointing outward instead of resting on both of the middle fingers.

[@ARainbowInTheDark]

Ronnie James Dio single handedly helped me through my childhood trauma, and saved my life with his music. It always felt like he was right beside me, telling me that I'm never alone, and that he understood my pain. I was lucky to get to see him in concert before he died, but I feel once wasn't enough. I owe my being to Dio, and I will always feel he is with me though his music. I'm so happy that someone is giving him so much credit where credit is due. If you have never heard Jorn, listen to his Dio tribute song, Song for Ronnie James. It's amazing.

[@impalaburn77]

Thank you Elizabeth for checking out this song. Ronny James Dio genuinely loved and appreciated his fans. I was fortunate to see him on the Sacred Heart tour in 1985 and at the end of the show, he stayed on stage for several minutes to thank everyone for supporting him. He was a true gift to all of us.

[@edallen3662]

Doug Aldrich on guitar a phenomenal guitarist been involved in many different bands including Whitesnake

[@Kiki_248]

The way her face lights up when Dio does something soecial with his voice is so precious, aww

[@OJsGuitarDemo-lition]

As someone who was lucky enough to meet Ronnie James Dio after one of these performances, I can affirm that in person he as just as warm, and giving, and genuine with his fans. He took extra time with each fan to talk with them for a few minutes and graciously take photos with them and give autographs. He was a treasure.

[@nathanwilliams3049]

Your channel makes me fall in love with music on such a deep level -and having my yearly holiday heartache/depression and your channel brings me up-like a rainbow in the dark!!!!

[@SSGTStryker]

The look and smile on your face the moment he starts singing into the mic, is exactly my reaction every time I see that specific performance. Especially since I saw him on that tour.

[@NoxremVolatus]

I've been a Dio fan for a long time, and seeing you get giddy about his voice makes me so incredibly happy to see :D I hope you're able to get those older videos back up one day

[@atrain670]

Dio’s voice on Rainbow’s “Stargazer”…. That’s the gold standard, right there!

[@kylearmstrong5274]

Yes

[@diviningrod2671]

Greatest song ever recorded

[@Musicsports]

Mistreated is hella good

[@14lamnc1]

@@Musicsports Mistreated wasn't composed by Dio, it was by David Coverdale during his time with Deep Purple and it was carried over to Rainbow when Ritchie and Ronnie joined together.

[@dulynoted2427]

The way Dio said, "pic ture" was like mimicking the sound of a camera click.

[@kma5699]

And he even did the hand gesture of clicking the camera shutter button

[@martycech5844]

Top Shelf Showmanship! Brilliant Performance!

[@aslakrantakokko5347]

Bible Black, Sign of the Southern Cross, Long Live Rock'n Roll. Just to name a few. Thank you so much. Always a pleasure to see you analyze and react. P.S. On the bass, one of the greatest, Rudy Sarzo.

[@joebalusikiii5811]

Those of us who were teens in the eighties are losing so many of the artists that made up the soundtracks of our lives these days. Losing RJD was a proverbial kick in the nards. His first three solo albums are like the through-line of the score. So many players, bands have tendrils attached to him in some way, shape or form. RIPRJD

[@michaellorettahaines1898]

RIP RJD!! My first exposure to him was in my latter teens with Last In Line. Many a times I cranked my Walkman till my ears rang hours after!

[@ArmageddonisUnleashe]

RJD didn't die, he ascended to godhood.

[@stevenbanning9328]

I LOVE that you're so into Dio. He was/is the greatest metal singer. He was also a genuinely good human being. His fans meant the world to him. Even during the last years of his life,he would perform with all of his being,even though he was gravely ill. Your appreciation for his music is refreshing.

[@ruralrooster172]

I like his performance at the Spectrum in 1984 the best. In 2005, his voice was in a transition phase, meaning it grew darker. I recommend listening to really good examples of his amazing vocal longevity: "The Mob Rules" at the Radio City Music Hall in 2007 and "Bible Black" at the Wacken Open Air in 2009.

[@nachofast6144]

Bible Black is a STUNNING performance!

[@renanvillelaoliveira]

The Mob Rules at the Radio City Music Hall in 2007 is awesome! It may be his highest note ever on the starting scream.

[@williamweiss6128]

Agree. Rainbow On Stage 77.

[@themechaniacal1558]

Spectrum in 84, had it on VHS. It has a special place.

[@nothanks7919]

I saw Dio with Heaven & Hell live in Wacken 2009. It was a night I'll never forget.

[@alanclarke8117]

Moar Dio is never wrong! Rest In Heaven, Wizard of Metal. I knew Elizabeth couldn't stay away. Keep them coming; let there be so many Dio reactions, they rival Dimash's in number. You've covered the first solo Dio pretty well now. Next stops: "The Last In line" and "One Night In the City", from the second solo Dio, "All the Fools Sailed Away" from Dream Evil, then take a deep Doom Dive into Strange Highways with "Jesus, Mary & the Holy Ghost", and "Evilution". Then Revisit Rainbow with "Man on the Silver Mountain", "A Light in the Black", "Kill the King". Don't forget his stay with Black Sabbath: "Sign of the Southern Cross" and "Falling off the Edge of the World". Extra request: Since they're both short, how about a "double-shot of Dio" video -- "Neon Knights" quickly followed by "Mob Rules" Btw, Kirk's thumbnail here is delicious, just sayin'...

[@lordmortarius538]

Can't go wrong with Dream Evil my guy, love them. Fire, Battle, In Metal is probably my absolute favorite of theirs

[@Jakestation]

Man, i cant wait for one night in the city and all the fools sailed away

[@LuisDiaz-fs8uh]

Soooo many thumbs up for "All the Fools Sailed Away".

[@JanilGarciaJr]

I love how she just explains what we all feel when listening to Dio. You are not alone in this. He moves you, no doubt.

[@TheBlindAndTheBeautiful]

The guitarist you are asking about is the incredibly under rated Doug Aldrich who played in Dio's solo band from the late 90s to the early to mid 2000s, and was one of his longer standing guitarists. . He is a bit of a session guy who's played with more rock and metal bands then I could possibly count. Doug is an incredibly under rated guitar player and has done so much good stuff through his career. I have actually learned this solo in full because I am a huge fan of his playing. And... Yes it is as brutal and hard as you are thinking it is lol

[@carolowler]

He's having a blast with The Dead Daisies now.

[@Sweet.Mother.of.Cheesus]

@@carolowler What a great Rock'n'Roll band! Love their high skilled yet down to earth power. Can't wait to see them live again!

[@dennisfox8673]

Too true. Doug is an absolute beast. I’ve only had the chance to see him live once, he was in Whitesnake along with Reb Beach. THAT was an utter guitar feast.

[@jgmopar]

I love the guitar tone Doug has in this video.

[@wallywest2360]

Yeah, he's amazing. That was a bad ass solo. Fast, clean, super agile jumping from one octave to the next. And right at the end with that fast run back down he throws in some false harmonics just to show off. That is not easy. There are a lot of good guitarists that couldn't pull that off, at least not so effortlessly.

[@clutchkman]

Doug Aldrich is an outstanding guitarist, a great fit for Ronnie. My favorite tune from Ronnie, after Stargazer, is “The last in line.” Always appreciate these reactions.

[@josephbarr1659]

Yep. And Aldrich seems to never get the recognition he deserves.

[@mattt9187]

I love that you are covering my teenage metal heroes. The music and vocals and song are amazing and I still listen to them walking my dog or running for workouts. Dio ✨💖

[@rednab2001]

I think it may be time for “Tea Time with Wendy Dio,”. Ronnie’s widow. She was an eyewitness to it all. I bet she would have some interesting insights into the man. I know she would love your reactions.

[@owl4260]

Good idea!

[@chrislira3574]

Here’s another vote for Children of the Sea, a song Dio did with Black Sabbath. You will be floored.

[@Bognerman14]

Good choice. How about Heaven and Hell? I forget if she already did that one.

[@guitarheroguy5]

Agreed. Children of The Sea is so phenomenal

[@crosshairstare]

That entire album is a masterpiece.

[@lordbaddkitty]

Children of the Sea. Absolutely. Album version is untouchable, but the live version is somehow, impossibly, even better. This song is a MUST.

[@deciorgbrito]

children of the sea is the most underrated black sabbath song

[@Neyonius]

Dio taught multiple generations how to ward off evil with the "devil horns."

[@tigioma3761]

Many claimed to have originated the 2-fingered "devil horns" salute but I tend to believe Ronnie James did. He told the story about his grandmother who used to make the gesture to ward off the "evil eye."

[@salmaccarrone2401]

He's italian and it's actually good luck charm in italy

[@tsvetomirkoychev332]

Sign of the southern cross with Sabbath is amazing and shows his incredible range

[@RogerMillerSamhain]

I don't see any issues with covering both versions (the live and album versions) in one video. I can't picture any DIO fan here, or fan of yours for that matter, complaining about you covering both in one video. Keep up the great work!

[@johndubchak]

Listening to you analyze these vocal performances gives me much a deeper appreciation for the music and the performers than I originally had. Also, your reactions are adorably priceless. Thank you very much.

[@andrewm8040]

I love Dio, he seems such an authentic artist. That "floating in the air" delivery was brilliant, and the final "we are all rainbows" was wonderful. It came off as truly speaking and connecting with the listener, not merely an act/performance. I'd like to hear your commentary on the song Last in Line.

[@NevetsTSmith]

I'm just sorta working my way backwards from contemporary metal to the classics. And of course I've heard many of them before, but just listening to this performance, I can hear how important it was to RJD to give it his all. Like she said, almost like a preacher or something, it's like it's a divinely inspired mission for him.

[@ericd1632]

So glad you are doing this song Elizabeth! One of my absolute favorites from Dio! Although I do wish you were using the 1983 music video where his vocal range was much higher. However, everything considered he does pretty well in this 2005 live version.

[@lvstogofst2002]

I don't think this performance holds a candle to the album version. I was very disappointed when she chose this version. I wanted to hear her dissect Dio really ripping it up. This is my fav Dio song.

[@ericd1632]

@@lvstogofst2002 I agree 💯 I just meant he did well considering he was in his 60's. But yes I wish she would have done the original music video

[@bastiaan4129]

She has already done plenty of old Dio, it's interesting to see some more recent Dio to see how his vocals have changed. Also, you can never go wrong with Doug Aldrich on guitar.

[@geolinkin6579]

@@lvstogofst2002 yeah I saw Dio at the Sacred Heart

[@igoroliveira9717]

The amount of respect, passion and professionalism you put into all of your content makes you a true rainbow in the dark. Thanks a million and all the best! 🤘

[@aricpont3034]

I am so glad you appreciate how good he sounds for being in his 60s! I got to see him live 6 times (between Heaven and Hell and Dio) and every show was so great. He is such a wonderful performer and the atmosphere was always just soooo good. He was such am amazing gift to the world of music.

[@Wambalou]

I only got to see him once, but it was an experience I will never, ever forget. I will never forget seeing this man who was the embodiment of rock and roll. Rest in peace Ronnie, you deserve it.

[@HellBatDC]

Guitar player is Doug Aldrich and he IS amazing. He does stick fairly close to Vivian's original solo though.

[@kernelpickle]

I feel like Dio’s voice always kinda sounded like he was playing the character of a crazy old wizard or a goblin king, so as he aged he only grew into his sound even more.

[@rosspowell8376]

An Electronic Elf

[@kirbys1370]

Hi Elizabeth, I remember listening to this song in 1983, and I loved this live performance in 2005. Dio was 63 years old at the time of this concert, and he was still rocking out w/ his powerful voice. He truly was one of the best heavy metal vocalists ever to perform on stage. Thank you, Dio (RIP)! And Thank you, Elizabeth!!! 💙

[@JarnBjorn72]

The song that first "brought Dio into my life" was "Man on the Silver Mountain" back in gthe 80s, Elizabeth, I think you'll enjoy it!

[@josephparisi9176]

I saw him do that live when I went to see Rainbow back in the 1970's. I thought that was when he was at his best.

[@josephgallagher945]

That was the song I 1st heard him sing on. They played it on the radio.

[@mark6822]

I was fortunate enough to see Ronnie James live at Red Rocks in Morrison Colorado in 1984.I got there about 10am and already the line of people waiting to get into the concert was all the way down to the parking lot, if you have ever been to red rocks you know what i'm talking about.I was lucky enough to have had some friends that camped out on the rocks the night before saving me a place.I think it was around 3pm when they started letting people in.Since it was general admission as soon as the gates opened you had to run to get the best seats.My friends and i got first row.It was very hot that day and there were people running around throwing water on the crowd getting ready to see Dio.Storm clouds moved in around 5pm and the sky just opened up it rained for like two and a half hours,It didn't just rain it downpoured there were rivers of water running down the seating area.About 7:30 it started to stop and Dio came out on stage and asked the crowd if they wanted to move the concert to the coliseum and the crowd yelled out no so he went back to the dressing room and about ten minuets later the band appears on stage.The sun was just setting the sky was a deep blue and purple color and the band opened up with Rainbow in the dark and just as they started playing i looked up above the stage and there was Rainbow that appeared right above the stage.It was magical by far the best time i ever had in my life.Ronnie James Dio brought magic to every show he played and his fans knew it best metal vocalist of all time RIP.

[@dpmautomotive1758]

Dio was my absolute favorite singer never get tired of listening to him

[@AndresHarfuch-ql4ng]

You made justice to him. Ronnie is so uplifting to all of us. Personally, he is, and will always be, my Rainbow Rising in the dark

[@noisycthulhu]

You got me with "stupid fast" yes of course love it🎉

[@kevinhenry68]

"Sign of the Southern Cross" with Sabbath would be great. It was one of Ronnie's favorites and features different sounds that would be interesting to analyze. Also, it's one of the most epic songs ever!

[@dennisfox8673]

What you just said. I’ll second that! 🤘🤘

[@Enharjar]

Jfc nobody calls him "Ronnie"! Dio!

[@kevinhenry68]

@@Enharjar 🤣

[@ladinark1672]

This AND "Children of the sea" ♪

[@Damoinion]

I had the honour and privilege of being at his last tour in NZ with Tony Iommi on the "Heaven and Hell" tour. Being up front and close while they performed Southern Cross was a very special thing for me and an experience I will never forget. I feel sorry for everyone who will never get to experience this massive voice and wonderful man in person.

[@ianmcnally3072]

Elizabeth, you must hear Dio's performance on "The Sign of the Southern Cross" from the Black Sabbath album "Mob Rules" this studio performance from Dio is incredible & so is the song

[@johntetreault]

Just wanted to say "thank you". Your videos have helped me to truly appreciate songs I've probably heard hundreds of times in a whole new way...

[@JRKIXASS]

Ronnie always changed his approach to not only his fans, but to make the song HAPPEN. This always helped his band, as they were always different members. He gave them leeway to play the song to their strengths, he adjusted. Not every guitarist was as fast and as fluid as Vivian Campbell, and it is almost impossible to duplicate his playing. This guitarist plays it straightforward, not as detailed, but it brings his style out, which is great. He phrases the song somewhat in a rougher manner, but it still fits the song great. The band in general is more aggressive than the original, so Ronnie adapts to them. Not many singers can do that, and yes you acknowledge his versatility! The song remains the same, just different technique. I have heard lots of bar bands wreck this song pretty badly. Ronnie just adapts, and whomever he had playing, it always sounded great! He was a master! RIP Ronnie, you are a true legend!

[@PartyPoison24]

As someone who grew up on Dio because of my dad who was a fan since '83, that "You are all my rainbows" made me break down in tears like child

[@timparker7062]

Having just found you, I am reminded of what makes KZbin awesome. You are, should be, and wondrously are FAMOUS NOW!

[@ujudkma]

This is going to be great!!! I also recommend Dio's "As Long As It's Not About Love" from Magica.

[@DaveAdrianJanick]

Great suggestion! This is one of my favorite Dio songs :-)

[@Megganormal]

This was fun to watch. You should do “All The Fools Sailed Away” from his Dream Evil album next. Great song.

[@lordbaddkitty]

second!

[@harrystedt]

Agreed!Amazing song :)

[@Brinydeep666]

hell yes!!! album version!!!

[@jacek_poplawski]

There is a great video for this song

[@derekyeas8799]

Definitely yes‼️

[@ericlarouche9577]

first time here. Great comments! You made me realise even more that RJD was a fantastic singer. He will never be forgotten.

[@jajakub03]

Do a "Sign of the southern cross" - Black Sabbath with Dio.

[@zsoltrolinek9554]

Yes!!

[@mikespencer9623]

Yes!!!

[@felipedebarroslins4163]

Live at Radio City Music Hall. That concert was awesome. Dio sang perfectly

[@paulbeaudet8461]

You can see the power in his voice by the very opening "hey": he sang that "over" the mic, meaning the mic is less sensitive to picking up a voice from that direction, yet it came out clear and strong.

[@nobj6417]

First of all Dio was and will be one and only. I regret not seeing him live. It makes me very happy when i see your videos. All your facial expressions, from your very beautiful and expressive eyes, the movements with your eyebrows and your mouth, your smile, everything shows how much you live what you do, with what i would call a childlike purity. You are the joy of life

[@colrhodes377]

I will never forget the first time that I saw Ronnie play with Black Sabbath on the Heaven and hell tour, or any others for that matter. When Ronnie performed it was like he was performing to you personally. He always knew exactly how to connect. I have seen some great singers over the years including Ian Gillan, David Coverdale and Graham Bonnet but Ronnie soared above them all. Happy times!

[@jro2.147]

That's Doug Aldritch on guitar. He's with The Dead Daisies currently and is an absolute monster of a guitar player.

[@jbminch]

I grew up not far from Ronnie’s hometown of Cortland NY and it’s really cool how much you admire him. Early in his career, before Elf, Rainbow and Sabbath, Ronnie was known as Cortland’s Mr. Personality. If you want an example of how talented he was do a KZbin search for Ronnie and the Prophets. As a singer and vocal coach as well as a fan, it will blow your mind. Maybe you could do a reaction video to one of his early songs.

[@collinnicholasns]

yes definitely this would be a great addition to the Dio series, there aren't many songs from that era but even then you can tell he will go on to greatness

[@jeffreymeyer4848]

Pretty sure you've seen footage from this performance before: "Don't Talk to Strangers." He is amazing, but fatigue (probably due to his illness) is very apparent, at least to me. Still one of my favorite singers, and come back to watch your reactions to him over and over. Thank you for reacting to this.

[@Chronologo]

This one is from 2005, I don't think he was diagnosed with cancer yet. He certainly wasn't on his 100% though. A couple of years later he did some outstanding performances like the one with Heaven and Hell on the radio hall in 2007, he absolutely killed it there

[@danjmcs]

Totally agree that there is never enough Dio... the last time i saw RJD was part of the bill supporting Iron Maiden, with Motorhead in between. August 2003, so right around this same recording. In his 60s, RJD still owned the stage... sure his vocal sound had changed over the years but it never detracted from the emotions in his voice and his overall performance. You always got sucked into Dio, so glad I could to see him at a few stages of his career and was never disappointed. Love seeing/hearing him getting so much credit as the brilliant performer that he was and thankful for all of the great music he left us with to enjoy! thank you for the reaction Elizabeth!

[@stevepulford216]

I saw that tour as well, killer show from all 3 bands. DIO was on fire that night!

[@geoffchilders]

I saw that tour at Shoreline Amphitheater in California. Dio absolutely KILLED! I had never seen him before, so I had no idea what I was in for. Blew me away.

[@saschaoswald480]

Saw that tour as well, in Toronto Canada. Three legendary bands all in one show....it was almost too much 'awesome' to handle!

[@howiefelthersnatch3862]

I saw the same show at fiddler's Green outside Denver

[@robertlalexander4083]

It's hard to believe Dio did his best work in metal after the age of 40. RJD is my favorite all time metal artist. He never had a bad album. Loved Vivian Campbell's guitar work on the Holy Diver album. I discovered RJD for the first time with "Man on the Silver Mountain" probably my 2nd all time favorite song sung by Dio behind Holy Diver. Rainbow is 3rd

[@onehopeofthedoomed]

Dio was a singular talent that is missed by millions. No tour through the annuls of Rock would be complete without Meat Loaf, his live performance of For Crying Out Loud with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in '04 is one of the most emotional live performances from the most emotional performer to ever grace the stage

[@prodigaIProdigy]

Meat definitely deserves a look, one of very few who can match Dio for sheer emotional expression packed into every word.

[@iakirov]

@@prodigaIProdigy I've been askin for Meat Loaf a lot, still wainting... his tiem shall come

[@benjilee329]

Meat Loaf, Freddie Mercury and RJD are the three best vocalists in the world. Heart and soul all the way.

[@jabradford32]

So, when my son was 4 years old, this song came on the radio, and my son, hearing the lyrics proudly said "You can't have a rainbow in the dark". Super cute.

[@chumleye1112]

Great review and great choice of this song. IMO this was the best version of this song. Keep em coming.

[@xtraflyr]

This was in his later years. You can hear that his voice is old,compared to the 80s. Still my favorite,ever!!

[@stevechristy3244]

Not so much singing as talking. I've heard others with old voices who sound better than Dio. Sorry, this performance sounds like it was being done because he had to, not because he enjoyed it.

[@mattiasorre1718]

Yeah, this ranks low compared to what he's done elsewhere

[@DaveHPT]

I always love it when you notice the guitar solo. Doug Aldrich is SUCH a tremendous player. Also check him out with Whitesnake on the "live in the still of the night" dvd, which of course features the similarly legendary David Coverdale on vocals.

[@PaganMinn]

i would have killed to see this man live, im thankful he left so much of his talent here with us. rip dio, the legend.