Vocal Coach reacts to Black Sabbath - Heaven and Hell (Ronnie James Dio Live)

[@ShaneMcCrae]

Ronnie was a prince. I spent a month in 81 sharing a studio with these guys. Such a great man.

[@keefmack]

If you want to have your ears tickled with joy, watch Dio perform “Mistreated” singing live in Germany for the band Rainbow in 1977.

[@BlueValentine81]

When Dio comes back in after the solo is one of my all time favorite moments in music history.

[@thesongremainsthesame76]

Dio with Rainbow was his best period for me! He was great with sabbath also but it was never truly the same without ozzy. They should have changed the name of the band to Heaven And Hell when he joined!

[@cbreeve580]

Yes!!

[@Vykandar]

Also him recording from r the pick of destiny

[@kainnosgoth7336]

@@thesongremainsthesame76 Same here-Ozzy started Sabbath but Dio completed it and took it light years ahead. When Dio got with Tony Iommi and the crew, that was some seriously next level stuff!

[@juantimer]

I see Dio, I click. And from one of the best reactors! He was in his prime here.

[@thedanielstraight]

Same!

[@moonchildah]

Dio was always in his prime… 🤘🤘

[@kelleyforeman]

@@moonchildah I agree!! He just kept getting better.

[@joshthomas2536]

Dio had a prime? As far as I know from the Rainbow days, Black Sabbath era, and the years leading upon his passing he always hauled arse. Blew the fucking roofs off arenas every time

[@demonhoopa]

Actually I think he was already middle aged here, where many if not most singers in this genre are declining from wear and tear. Which makes it all the more amazing

[@kajlennartsson4234]

Ronnie James Dio was a great story teller. He was a great singer and musician.

[@Templarofsteel88]

yeah the story that he tells on the album Magica is just pure magic.

[@timbartos868]

ABSOLUTELY💯

[@Stefan-]

Dont forget a great songwriter.

[@80sMeavyHetal]

He was a bard

[@collinnicholasns]

And from what I have heard a very friendly person.

[@williamcarnes6794]

I just can’t watch RJD without getting teary eyed….He was without a doubt the best pure rock singer in his day. So much emotion and passion…

[@jimshelby406]

The best rock singer in anyone’s day. This man could and did sing everything during his 50+ year recording career that spanned a mind boggling 7 decades starting 1958 (4 years before the Beatles and over a decade before metal) thru 2010. The man had no peers. None.

[@drew65sep]

One of the kindest, most humble, and honorable artists that I've ever had the privilege to meet and chat with. RIP my brother. You're sorely missed (and, save me a seat in the smoking section until I get there).

[@MrAxe-ij4gq]

He was one of the best singer EVER !!!! R.I.P Ronnie - love you forever .......

[@cricketbat09]

Ronnie James Dio was one of the best rock singers ever. Saw him live, he blew my mind.

[@artnardone]

This is a Black & Blue Tour Nassau Colisium LI NY , At video time11:50 I painted the Black Sabbath Jacket

[@AlexBarregon]

Sabbath at their best. Ronnie”s time with Sabbath is I feel very overlooked. 🤘🎸🎸

[@timbartos868]

TOTALLY AGREE

[@kris2k]

Ozzie Ronie, Bon Brian, Ian David, Roger-David

[@arvindshastry1178]

I like the Ozzy Osbourne era a lot but Heaven and Hell is my favorite Sabbath album.

[@kris2k]

@@arvindshastry1178 maybe , sabotage or bloody sabbath? it is called thrill of it all done by natural areobat

[@sugoruyo]

Sabbath's time with RJD is the following 15 years of metal in two albums.

[@miroslavstankov7919]

Thank you for this reaction, Beth. After all, Ronnie James was called Dio for a reason. He wasn't just a master singer, he was also a fantastic human being. He had that rare talent, he knew how to touch people's souls with his voice and lyrics. PS. the "horns" sign was used in Italy to ward off evil spirits. At least, that's what I've heard.

[@ExUSSailor]

It was used to ward off the "evil eye".

[@antoniocarlin5026]

Dios it was not the First to used the "horns" in rock and roll or metal...was Jinx Dawson from the band Coven in 1969 (The First Real Satanic Band on Rock and Roll) :)

[@williamdegrey]

Yea, DIO always said his grandmother would to do it.

[@NadaCero]

Dio is Italian, and the horns came from Italian culture.

[@wobblynoggin]

He had said he got it from his Italian grandma.

[@szokematyas2562]

The best way I can describe RJD is this: To me, he was not a singer in the conventional sense. He was a metal bard, a storyteller. RIP!

[@Drforrester31]

Dio said himself in Metal: A Headbanger's Journey that the horns was a gesture that his Sicilian grandma would do when someone was giving them the "evil eye" to ward off the bad juju. Obviously he reappropriated the gesture and created a salute for rock and metal fans the world over

[@kelleyforeman]

First of all, I looove Dio. He is the best! Second of all, I love all of the space in this song-space for guitar solos, space for crowd interactions, space for vocal ornamentations, space for drum grooves-space for the song to just exist! That’s something we don’t see in modern pop songs.

[@BethRoars]

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[@jaidynheadford4092]

Hey Beth, do you like Metal Music? Are you a Fan of it?

[@MarcillaSmith]

What is this from? I haven't listened to _Live Evil_ in years, but I'm certain this is a different recording.

[@gmantw]

Huge Dio fan here. I'm a bit older, and was lucky enough to see Dio Live a few times, and even met him at a show. when he passed in 2010, it left a hole in my heart. Most of my favorite Sabbath songs are with Ronnie, not Ozzy. A few years ago this small, barely known band of youngsters named Liliac, came out of nowhere. I swear, Dio's soul returned to earth and resides with in Melody, the lead singer. She embodies everything about him, with vocal inflection and stage presence. She has even admitted Dio is her main influence. They filled the void in my heart. They have plenty of original music, but they have also covered many Dio songs. The latest was for the Dio Cancer Fundraiser, and they paid homage by covering an extended length version of "The Last in Line". Beth, it really is a must see for you. You will be Gobsmacked listening to Melody belt out Dio's classics! 🤘

[@z1az285]

💯. She is a stunning vocalist and my goodness you are spot on. I was blown away

[@drew65sep]

I first saw Ronnie with Rainbow in the 70's, the last in the 90's...I must say that his voice seemed to lose very little over the years. Certainly, something that he was gifted with that all of us got to enjoy. I met him twice after shows. Banging on the tour bus door back in the 80's lol. And, he answered the knock himself. He took the time to chat with my friends and myself for almost 30 minutes both times. Just very kind, approachable, and appreciative of his fans. We lost a GOOD-UN in Ronnie. RIP my brother.

[@al-galadhon6465]

One of my favorites songs from the Master Ronnie, ty for the analisis and greetings from Mexico :)

[@johngalt9989]

Seeing Dio perform in between sets by Motorhead and Iron Maiden back in 03 remains one of my favorite musical memories. It was an absolute masterclass in metal.

[@joshthomas2536]

Iron Maiden, Dio and Motorhead? Now that's a line up

[@Frank074]

Rainbow's Catch The Rainbow has some beautiful life versions that send shivers through my spine. Long live Ronnie James Dio!

[@juanjoseortizcuadra293]

I would love to see you reacting to Mistreated performed by Rainbow (with Dio) live in Munich. I think it is one of Dio's best live performances.

[@redcat9436]

I was fortunate enough to see Dio perform live six or seven times and he always put on a killer show. His voice was perfect.

[@Keepcalmandbangscrew]

I’m not crying 😭 Man dio was everything, the greatest singer of all time

[@iDEATH]

You can never have enough Dio! I'm so happy we live in a time where we can record these musicians and singers so their performances aren't simply lost to history. I know you've done some Louis Armstrong before, but hearing you mention him makes me want more. I found a great live recording of him singing "Mack the Knife" here on KZbin a couple months back, so perhaps you could consider that sometime?

[@wesleycorreia2291]

You are the best one! No fake reactions, fake surprises or another fake face, keep rocking!

[@GilaMonster971]

Best line in the entire song: “the moon is just the sun at night”

[@jackiewilliams4854]

It’s hard to beat “The world is full of Kings and Queens who blind your eyes and steal your dreams”

[@alanheyes694]

@@jackiewilliams4854 I’d say that’s his best lyric. Or “Don’t smell the flowers. They’re an evil drug and they’ll make you lose your mind.”

[@DyingTiger]

Flat Earth Confirmed ;)

[@Stefan-]

"They'll tell you black is really white, the moon is just the sun at night"

[@zaynes5094]

@@alanheyes694 What flowers? The money? Lol. I don't know if I have a favorite line from songs but another good one is from Evanescence song called Hello where she sings "Don't try to fix me I'm not broken." Simple but sad because it's about her little sister that passed away at only 5. When Lee was a teen, it was only then she realized she'd never really grieved for her little sister when she passed away and when she asked her parents and they told her they didn't want to hurt her by the loss, so they gave her space, but she was only 9 when her sister died so she didn't have the perceptive that she did when she was older. So she thought "I'm not broken" and then immediately after she thought it, she wrote it down. It's those kinds of deep lyrics that might seem simple but are actually deeper. A lot of Dio lyrics were like that.

[@kainnosgoth7336]

At 57, I can say that seeing Dio live was one of my TRUE joys in life. His videos are great but do him no justice, you HAD to have seen him live!

[@Stefan-]

When Dio says he never had any vocal training i definately believe him, i have been a huge fan since the 80´s and have never known him to be a liar. By this time in 1980 he had already been singing in bands for at least 20 years so he also had quite a bit of experience, he always sounded great though even in recordings from the 60´s.

[@Jabadaw]

Having both played the trumpet and sung in choirs through college, I can say that a trumpet player thinks the same way as a vocalist. When we hear a lead vocal we can imagine playing it on the trumpet instantly. The sound and phrasing is very similar.

[@DarthD00bius]

I imagine you have to pay attention to breathing too.

[@Jabadaw]

@@DarthD00bius best breathing techniques I learned were from Bobby Shew. He's the guy that played trumpet on the Love Boat theme.

[@thecroft6070]

The people at these shows watched the originator of heavy metal, Iommi, and the greatest heavy metal singer, Dio, on stage together (and they had a singalong). There will never be the like of this again. \m/

[@bluerev]

"And they'll tell you black is really white The moon is just the sun at night And when you walk in golden halls You get to keep the gold that falls" This part always gives me goosebumps.

[@ccvarndell]

You are correct about the hand gesture. I believe I had read she used it to ward off evil spirits. Awesome reaction by the way! Really love your videos. 🙂

[@TWANDTW]

It's called "malocchio" or "mano cornuta", a way of protection from the evil eye (curious thing, it also means "love" in sign language). Dio learned this gesture from his italian grandma, whe he was a kid.

[@vidjeffr]

@@TWANDTW Close; the ASL sign for "I love you" has the thumb sticking out (it combines the signs for the letters I, L, and Y). The malocchio/metal horns has the thumb curled in over the middle fingers.

[@TWANDTW]

@@vidjeffr you're right, but often the metal horns sign is made with the thumb slightly separated from the other fingers...

[@EagleTen.]

Masterful! Your last comment sums up the awesomness that was Ronnie James Dio. Words simply cannot convey how amazing this performance was. Thank you so much for including it...I had goosebumps from start to finish :)

[@DanielSmith-pq4yc]

It's crazy how much power comes from this tiny little man, Dio was a raw power house of a singer with a huge legacy in his chosen path music

[@davidfrench5407]

I love when current singers do reactions to Dio (and Black Sabbath in this case), and they are just blown away how amazing Dio was.

[@TheExtremeSeann]

I’ve been watched so many reaction videos to Dio, and without fail, they are always just FLOORED by him.

[@oraculox]

10:25, ohhh yes you are. Of course you are qualified to talk about sounds, playing is besides the part. I´ve come to really appreciate that keen ear of yours. Analizing and explainging technique in a very relatable way is not at all easy. An aware and open eared coach is a gem!.

[@philipnacevicius3661]

I'm so glad you did this ...my favourite version of this song ..and it's live ...so nowhere to had ...just a brilliant musician

[@jarkkokyntaja4073]

Godly performance from all involved ! Beth, as Ronnie, you were on fire on this !

[@CorSmit]

Masterful entertainer, phenomenal vocalist. In my opinion, Ronnie is the greatest performer of all time. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing him live in concert with Black Sabbath, Deep Purple and DIO, and every show was memorable. And if that wasn’t enough, he was the nicest guy you could ever meet

[@danjmcs]

Thanks Beth... it never gets old hearing someone talk about RJD... such a brilliant front man, singer and musician...

[@JLCDNSRB]

I just love your detailed analysis of this one! So many things I would never have thought of that you of course hear - which I have missed in terms of technique etc...you are a joy to behold when you really get into these songs. Thanks for a great reaction once again!

[@ptos8262]

Great song and brilliant outro. God I miss Ronnie, what a voice 🤘🏻

[@elarsh24]

RJD treats his audiences like they are part of the family. As a member of this family, it was a special feeling to have a part of his live performance. Last in Line - 1984 💯🤘

[@JiffyBiff]

Back in the day (in my teens, and 20's) I got to see Dio with Sabbath (Mob Rules tour) and 3 different Dio tours. He never, ever disappointed. He always sounded amazing.

[@coryman125]

Everyone knows Dio is an absolutely incredible singer, and Tony Iommi is the genius behind all of Sabbath's most iconic riffs. Put them together, you get some amazing songs! I'd like to see an analysis of some of Dio's earlier stuff even- songs like Rainbow Eyes, it's a very different style but I adore it

[@connyblomqvist3648]

There is no one as Dio..Totaly in control and always in pitch. He own the stage !

[@luamoliveira3467]

6:43 Maybe I'm wrong but I think he sustained a C#5 for 6 seconds in chest voice without any effort here; It's incredible how easily he was sustaining a note in the third octave, I hadn't noticed that before.

[@lms203]

It's unbelievable how a little man like Dio can possess such Giant Vocals. He was truly an inspiration to many generations of Rock/Metal singers

[@kristofbe1]

I seriously doubt that Ronnie never had singing lessons, not just because his singing technique, but because of the person that he is. He loves his art, has always taken very good care of his voice, and always tried to give the best performance he could. He would definitely take singing lessons just to become a better singer and give his audience his best.

[@farn451]

I'm 46 and i remember being 13 or 14 and hearing this album (and drawing the cover art on my exercise books) and falling in love with it. the songwriting, the musicianship, the tone, the mood: it's an absolute masterpiece. you have to do lonely is the word, the last song. it's heartbreaking and his voice is sublime on it. it might be my favourite dio vocal performance!

[@heavybrett-al4082]

There will never be another Ronnie in our life time! He was the greatest power metal singer ever, and inspiring to so many! I cried like a baby when he passed.🤘🙏

[@guyconiglio8221]

This was such an amazing tour-

[@henrikharbin5521]

The "devil horns" started as the Maloich , an ancient protection against the curse of the Evil Eye.

[@luamoliveira3467]

7:00 That's one of the reasons why Dio for me is the best vocalist in the history of rock and maybe even music; This singer is a true virtuoso of singing, look at the amount of control and extreme mastery he had over his voice as he sustains that very resonant C5 in a chest voice in a very controlled and effortless way, no other vocalist I know can sustain a note as high as this one in that register with that absurd ease, impressive the control and dominion that Dio had over his instrument.

[@MARSHOMEWORLD]

It really is charming to see you nerd out so hard on RJD. The man deserves every ounce of it of course, and it's awesome to see musically educated people such as yourself, who truly respect talent and hard work , give him his due. The guy may have not had formal training but clearly he is an icon and a standout talent who's Legacy endures. This incarnation of Black Sabbath at a totally different vibe then their previous efforts with Ozzy. Both lineups are legendary of course. Ozzy had an innate ability to deliver a lyric and make you pay attention. Not to say he couldn't sing well, when he was on, he was on. But deal took their band in a much darker and yet more sophisticated Direction. Cheers for covering this year of Sabbath my dear, really really great to see this.

[@brucecronin6396]

Awesome song !! Awesome reaction and narrative !! You're the best...

[@gri7]

I was so lucky to see this in person live. Dio blew me away!! And all from a 5'3" frame. Evil gnome

[@fernandom1743]

I already wanted to see a video of you reacting to Ronnie James Dio singing 'Heaven and Hell', thank you very much. Greetings Beth! I love you.

[@beresfordthompson1370]

Dio is a master vocal talent, his voice and range are amazing. From elf, rainbow, sabbath and solo, Dio was one of the greatest vocalists of all time. I think the Dio years with Black Sabbath was the best vocalist they had and this song was one of their best. Dio can sing anything.

[@ingovonderluhe2174]

Best Collaboration between Dio and Iommi ever.When GODS united.A Metal History Monument.And the Lyrics are still more relevant than ever !!!!!

[@markshepler7525]

My God girl you really understand. So refreshing to listen to you comment. Thank you

[@jasonrush6701]

This is one of my favorite. Songs ever it gives me chill bumps I love it

[@donaldmurphy3148]

His ability to SING, is without question. To me... This is THE GREATEST SONG EVER RECORDED.

[@euandrecampos]

"The world is full of Kings and Queens. Who blind your eyes and steal your dreams" This is so current... Thank you Dio for being part of the soundtrack of my life. We will never forget you.

[@davidlevine2517]

Another great reaction! Love your voice Beth. San Diego sends love ❤️

[@oraculox]

Beeings like Ronnie bring the birth of theatre and orchestral music back to life in a marvelous evolved way that is just amazing. I can almost hear or feel a statement before every verse, "Now hear me!, the story goes like this!" Musical literature!

[@EliteBull41]

You are absolutely GORGEOUS 😍

[@MikaTarkela]

I love this song and Dio's performance! Thanks for the awesome reaction! Your videos always make my day!

[@rickyr1528]

It's not just you....I fancy myself a singer, and this guy is just impossible to mimic. He is the epitome of a metal vocalist.

[@baldgaming6204]

I love how he has no classical back ground but he has created his own foundation

[@tatemalmsteen]

Ronnie James Dio used to be a trumpet player for years before he was a singer. That's how he got the breath support and breath control to be as great as he is.

[@jimspetdragons3737]

Hand gesture is for giving or protection from the evil eye. The evil eye is the look or stare is a curse to bring bad luck or misfortune to the recipient of the gesture.

[@MrRSCHECK]

Ronnie said that horns gesture that his grandma would perform was a "get behind me satan" thing. I guess her community did in Italy. Not sure if it's regional or well known. My mom's Northern Italian and I never heard of it until I read an article on Ronnie James Dio....

[@TexasKoz]

Ms. Beth, you're very good at what you do. Thank you for your assessment.

[@RedPillMode]

Great song, and very good version too. I loved this right when it came out.

[@claytargets]

Always a pleasant surprise when a new DIO reaction appears. Can never get too much DIO.

[@andycollins4936]

Something to comment about this solo in particular, one thing Iommi does is let his tone speak for itself if that makes. He allows the rhythm to be the driving force and use the guitar to progress what there already is. Every member I think is putting the song first, the story is the focus. Dio especially

[@reecemartin453]

Black Sabbath was just a catalyst for two of the greatest musicians of history.

[@neillenet291]

More than two I'd say.

[@rickyesch1586]

He was singing way back in the late 50's as a teenager and just continued throughout all the genre's of rock. He attained perfection through time.

[@patricktoreborn9418]

He interact with the music in a perfect way❤

[@montrisarques5452]

Ronnie James Dio was a trained opera singer. But he is also a very natural gifted singer. And you are very observent and have a great understanding of music. And you have a very unique way of explaining to your viewers what it is that they are listening to that is very simplistic. Keep doing what you do,it's nice to see someone have such an appreciation and understanding of good music. You have a wonderful skill yourself. Much appreciated.

[@luamoliveira3467]

Ronnie James Dio no was a trained opera singer, he never had, Dio was a natural vocalist.

[@srinath6247]

Vocal coaches tend to grow attach to Dio as soon as they hear him start to sing ❤

[@williamdegrey]

One of the people I've seen who actually always sang better live than on the albums. he always added so much nuance to the songs in live performances.

[@TheZepp44]

I saw him Live seven times, and once with Heaven & Hell, Gentleman of Rock!! Left us too Soon. R.I.P.

[@kainnosgoth7336]

Hey Beth! So good to see you dissecting the talent of the greatest singer in metal history! Dio is getting serious respect from you and for that, you are definitely our Sister In Metal \m/ Also, have you heard of the Swedish metal band "Candlemass"? You should check out their songs with the singer Messiah Marcolin, opera trained and an amazing voice. Give them a listen and do a video about them, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised! Until then, thanks for giving metal the love it so sorely deserves. See ya! :-)

[@tdog8507]

When the teacher becomes the student

[@jarmohanninen2891]

It´s amazing how new generations discover him over and over again...long live Ronnie!

[@theriomrasputin8233]

Notice the guitarist, Tony Iommi, is using finger tip prosthetics. An accident in factory cut off the tips of his fingers. So he created his own tips and can still play. Ronnie was a RNR singer in the 1950/60's era. Check out "Ronnie Dio & The Red Caps" performing "Send me a ln Angel"

[@cesareuzebio3707]

@BethRoars ...Thank you for your body and soul reaction. ...That's what Ronie liked to do to people. Greetings from Brazil..

[@AL13NM]

Ronnie James Dio is an Immortal Legend, his Legacy will live on Forever!

[@ErickCondecondeerick33]

Love your videos Beth, a total master class each! So good!!! Thanks!

[@ryansheehan9462]

I remember being terribly sad when Ronnie died, we lost a wonderful voice that day.

[@markpalavosvrahotes5575]

He is looking at the planet from another dimension and is disgusted by the state of music right now.

[@Gabriel-Santos.17]

I really hope someone reacts to that scream at the 2007 live at Radio City Music Hall

[@GeorgeSmart-b4e]

I'm from New Hampshire and he was born here. I'm proud of our history. We started the Revolution and Civil. War.

[@ingovonderluhe2174]

Now its time for MISTREATED (Live with RAINBOW)

[@Cashcrop54]

All my favorite Sabbath songs (I love most of their music) are the ones who have the Devils Tritone or Tritone interval.The Tritone came from Classical music I believe and it is great to learn that Rock music, even Heavy Metal. It has been so much fun the last 4 years or so seeing how much R&R is influenced by Classical music. And, Tony on guitar lost 2, I think 2) of his fingertips on his right hand and originally fashioned artificial ones himself. Incredible! Loved your reaction!

[@trulsdirio]

Dio wasn't hit by lightning to become a musical genius, he surely was struck by dragons fire!

[@norman9785]

Yesss!!! You have my like before i see the video!

[@duckerjimmy]

He used devil horn sign because ozzy always used the peace sign so dio wanted to something similair

[@monikarossi650]

Teh word you looking for is Maloik! His Granma shows him. The Horns i mean. Thank you for this one. It`s one of the best live verion i ever see- love it